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  Cold sores are small blisters that start with itching, tingling, or a burning sensation around the mouth.  After a day or two, fluid-filled blisters will appear.  The sores are commonly seen on the edges of the lower lip.The herpes simplex virus or HSV is the main cause of cold sores.  The virus...

• New, Promising Cystic Fibrosis Drug Needs Funding

  Canada has the highest rate of cystic fibrosis in the entire world, with approximately 1 in 134 citizens suffering from the disease. However, a recent drug that has been found to be "life changing" for some cystic fibrosis patients is not being funded.Official responseHealth Minister Adrian Dix...

• Are Varicose Veins Associated with Poor Circulation?

  There is no definite number of individuals suffering from varicose veins. According to studies, three in every hundred people are at some point in their lives affected by varicose veins. The majority of individuals suffering from varicose veins do not have a core illness, and the appearance of...

• Tips: Managing Your Morning Stiffness with Rheumatoid Arthritis

  If you are living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), then you are likely familiar with stiff joints, particularly in the morning. And you are not alone. Recent reports show that around 90% of individuals with active RA who are not experiencing active RA. ...

• Excessive Weight Gain During Pregnancy is Linked to Childhood Obesity

  Researchers from Children’s Hospital in Boston and Columbia University in New York, report that women who put on a lot of weight during pregnancy are more likely to have babies having high birth weight and is linked to the risk of childhood obesity. High birth weight is associated with higher body...

• Beetroots Can Be Beneficial to Runners

  A new study shows that runners may benefit from eating beetroot. Eating beetroot before a workout helped runners to improve their performance during a 5K run. “Baked beetroot food was compared to cranberry relish in its effect on runners in the study," says Margaret Murphy, RD, a Chicago dietitian...