Category: HealthNews
New guidelines for lung cancer screening introduced in Canada
WINNIPEG – Heavy smokers over the age of 55 may want to ask their doctors about the new guidelines for lung cancer screening.The Canadian Task Force on Preventative Health Care […]
How early detection helped Bret Hart ‘excellently execute’ cancer
CALGARY – Nearly a month after undergoing surgery for prostate cancer, wrestling legend Bret “the Hitman” Hart said Monday he’s feeling good and cancer free.“I like to think I’m on the […]
Here’s what Zika virus symptoms look like in pregnant women
Runny eyes, rashes across the arms and legs and swollen, puffy feet. In a new case study, Brazilian doctors are offering a glimpse at the tell-tale symptoms of Zika virus […]
Vancouver team aims to improve COPD treatments
It’s been 12 years since Bill Koeninger was diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease – a lung disease better known as COPD.You wake up int he morning, you put your […]
Staving off dementia: 5 ways to keep your brain young and healthy
Your brain may change with age but don’t think mental decline has to seep in as you get older. New research suggests there are plenty of ways to keep your […]