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Cinnamon, spice and ‘everything nice’ – why lead-tainted cinnamon products have turned up on shelves, and what questions consumers should ask
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Everyday physical activity, like going for a short walk or playing with the kids, may provide short-term benefits for cognitive...
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How Sleep Impacts Your Mental Health (and How to Fix the Cycle)
Ever notice how much harder life feels after a bad night’s sleep? You’re not imagining it—sleep and mental health are...
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Taxpayers spend 22% more per patient to support Medicare Advantage – the private alternative to Medicare that promised to cost less
Medicare Advantage – the commercial alternative to traditional Medicare – is drawing down federal health care funds, costing taxpayers an...
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The rise of ‘sober curiosity’: Why Gen Zers are reducing their alcohol consumption
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Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s government recently tabled three bills targeting trans youth’s education, health care and sports participation. If passed,...
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Opioid-free surgery treats pain at every physical and emotional level
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Asking Your Doctor About COPD Could Save Your Life
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No need to overload your cranberry sauce with sugar this holiday season − a food scientist explains how to cook with fewer added sweeteners
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