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Is Long COVID Real? What We Know So Far
What is "Long-Covid"? What does it mean? The list of symptoms for “Long COVID” last long after you've healed from the illness. But the more we learn about it, and how it is similar to other post-infection syndromes, the better we can...
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Long COVID and Post-infection Syndromes: What We Know So Far
The list of symptoms for “Long COVID” are even more vast than the opinions about the right name for the condition. But the more we learn about it, and how it is similar to other post-infection syndromes, the better we can help those who...
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Antihistamines for Everything?
When you think of antihistamines, you're probably only thinking about getting rid of a runny nose, but we're learning that antihistamines can be used for nausea, insomnia, and even depression!
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How to Deal with a Runny Nose
Is that runny nose bringing you down? With over-the-counter cold remedies and a few simple steps, you can put a stop to your problem.
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How to Deal with an Enlarged Prostate
As a man ages, it is not uncommon to experience prostate gland enlargement. Also known as benign prostatic hyperplasia, this condition is often accompanied by bothersome urinary symptoms. If the condition is mild, it can often be treated...
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Bee Stings
When and why do bees sting? And what happens in the human body when they do? Why are bee stings only a nuisance to some people, but life threatening to others? Biology - Cells And DNA - Learning Points. Bees sting people to protect...
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What Exercise Does To Your Brain – HINT: It’s Like Cannabis
What’s the good feeling you get after intense exercise? It’s not from endorphin release like we originally thought. Instead, it’s from endocannabinoid release, which is your body’s natural cannabinoids. Regular, vigorous exercise also...
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Medications to Avoid with Enlarged Prostate | Reduce Symptoms and Risk of Prostate Enlargement
An enlarged prostate (also known as Benign prostatic hyperplasia) is a relatively common condition that increases in prevalence as men get older. Certain medications (including common over the counter medications) can influence the...
Professor Dave Explains
Introduction to Antihistamines
Everybody knows what allergies are, but what causes them? What drugs do we have available to address them? As we learned in the immunology series, allergies are symptoms of an immune response to a perceived threat. Histamine is a...
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How to manage seasonal allergies this spring
Dr Davidicus Wong, a family doctor in Burnaby, explains how you can manage your allergies as the snow melts and spring gets into full swing
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Doctors Are Still Hunting For The Cause Of Long COVID Brain Fog
Studies show 30% of COVID patients report brain fog a few months after they're sick. It's 65 to 85% for long-haulers sick beyond that.