Vaping: what patients should know
Many people believe vaping is harmless, but it can affect your health. Vaping devices heat liquids that usually contain nicotine. Nicotine is highly addictive and can affect the brain, heart, and lungs. Over time, nicotine addiction can make it difficult to stop using these products. The aerosol produced by vaping devices is not just water […]
Pink October (take action for your health) [template]
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to remind ourselves of the importance of screening and knowing our bodies. Breast cancer mainly affects women, but it can also affect anyone with breast tissue. Being informed and taking action early makes a real difference. A mammogram can often detect cancer before it causes symptoms. When […]
Summer sun: stay safe
Summer is a great time to enjoy the outdoors, but it’s important to protect yourself from the sun. Too much sun exposure can cause painful sunburn, accelerate skin aging, and increase the risk of skin cancer. These effects can affect anyone, regardless of age or skin type. Here are some simple steps to take when […]
Cervical Screening Update
Ontario now uses a new test to screen for cervical cancer. This new HPV test is better. Patients who are age 25 to 69, have a cervix, and have ever been sexually active, should get screened when they are next due, especially if it has been more than 3 years since their last Pap test. The […]
Icanbewell application: before periodic health visit
Did you know the icanbewell.ca website offers useful health information tailored for your age and gender? It includes videos and other tools to help you understand health issues that matter to you. Simply enter your age and gender when you visit the website (you don’t have to include your name or other personal information). Then […]
Colon Cancer Screening
Between the ages of 50 and 74, there’s an easy test that could save your life. It’s called the colon cancer check and takes 5 minutes. Your colon is in your belly, it forms the lower part of your bowel. When colon cancer is caught early, 9 out of 10 people will be cured. Yet, […]
New Alcohol Drinking Guidelines
The Canadian guidelines for safe drinking have recently changed based on new research. There is now evidence that even moderate drinking increases our risk of developing cancer, including breast, colon and liver cancer, as well as heart disease and stroke. For this reason, it’s now recommended that Canadians consider limiting their alcohol to 2 drinks […]