Health

Bird flu risk to humans an ‘enormous concern,’ WHO says. Here’s what to know

Avian flu is caused by influenza viruses that spread among wild aquatic birds and can infect domestic poultry and other animal species.

Maple syrup is a classic Canadian treat, but is it good for you?

It is a game-changer on pancakes, and it glistens on fresh fruit. But are we doing ourselves a disservice by consuming it? Is this classic Canadian treat, or liquid gold, as we call it, actually healthy? The Weather Network's Rachel Schoutsen asked the experts.

Two cups of espresso could help ward of Alzheimer's - study

Italian scientists: Coffee could avert accumulation of tau proteins and guard against Alzheimer's disease.

When red-hot isn't enough: New government heat risk tool sets magenta as most dangerous level

WASHINGTON (AP) — Forget about red hot. A new color-coded heat warning system relies on magenta to alert Americans to the most dangerous conditions they may see this summer. The National Weather Service and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Monday — Earth Day — presented a new online heat risk system that combines meteorological and...

The key to healthy kids is risky outdoor play, researchers say

Running free, taking chances and even getting hurt are essential to healthy childhood development, says the Canadian Paediatric Society. A new study says engaging in risky outdoor behaviour with peers is key to kids’ mental, physical and social health.

Black men's mental health and the healing power of community

Khan Bouba-Dalambaye and Sheldon Lewis, the co-facilitators of the Black Men's Wellness program run by the Black Healing Centre, have been sharing their experiences with other Black men like Kerwins Saint-Jean, addressing a wide range of topics such as identity, dating, fatherhood and Black masculinity.

Inside the Heart Disease Epidemic with Dr. Lipi Roy & Neil deGrasse Tyson

Could we eliminate the number one cause of death? Neil deGrasse Tyson and co-hosts Chuck Nice and Gary O’Reilly go to medical school to learn about heart health, the impacts of COVID, and the cardiovascular disease epidemic with physician and founder of SITA Med, Dr. Lipi Roy. How can we live to be 150 years old? We discuss whether eliminating the number one cause of death would extend our lifespans. Learn about the different ways the heart can get broken and steps you can take to live more heart healthy. What are marijuana and alcohol’s effects on the cardiovascular system? We go through the top five misunderstood things about the heart. Do men and women have the same heart attack symptoms? Learn how COVID-19 affects the cardiovascular system and whether the vaccine is behind the current uptick in heart problems. Can you reverse heart conditions once they start? What percentage of heart disease is congenital? Find out about gene therapy and the state of cardiovascular research. We also break down our approach to medicine and how we all can have better health outcomes. We get to the heart of the problem on another episode of StarTalk. Thanks to our Patrons Kaleda Davis, Saúl Franco, Jake Egli, Josh Rolstad, Roxanne Landin, jamie brutnell, and Bailey Manasco for supporting us this week. NOTE: StarTalk+ Patrons can listen to this entire episode commercial-free. Get the NEW StarTalk book, 'To Infinity and Beyond: A Journey of Cosmic Discovery' on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3PL0NFn Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/startalkradio FOLLOW or SUBSCRIBE to StarTalk: Twitter: http://twitter.com/startalkradio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StarTalk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startalk About StarTalk: Science meets pop culture on StarTalk! Astrophysicist & Hayden Planetarium director Neil deGrasse Tyson, his comic co-hosts, guest celebrities & scientists discuss astronomy, physics, and everything else about life in the universe. Keep Looking Up! #StarTalk #NeildeGrasseTyson Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction: Heart Health 2:29 - Cardiovascular Disease, Number One Killer 5:34 - Could we live to 150? 9:20 - How the Heart Can Break? 13:27 - Heart Attack, Cardiac Arrest, & Heart Disease 18:19 - Top 5 Heart Facts 19:50 - Men and Women Heart Attack Symptoms 21:16 - Sneezing & Laughing 21:55 - The Length of Blood Vessels 22:45 - Covid-19, Vaccines, & Heart Failure 27:57 - Vaccines: Prevention, Reducing Severity, & Influenza 31:03 - Rehabilitating the Heart 33:42 - Congenital Heart Problems & Gene Therapy 40:45 - Preemptive Care & Positive Health Outcomes

Shifting attitudes on alcohol: Dr. Morrison says awareness is key

How much does alcohol use concern health officials in P.E.I.? Chief Public Health Officer Dr. Heather Morrison joins CBC News: Compass host Louise Martin to answer that question.

Yes, It’s Possible To Have Relaxed Hair That’s Strong — I’m Proof

I couldn’t tell you what my natural hair looks like, even if I tried (I imagine it would be coily and tight, coarse and thick). And I couldn’t tell you how to even begin to manage my natural hair, even if I tried. It’s because I have no memory of it — I can’t remember what my hair looked like before the age of seven, when my mother started taking me with her to our neighborhood salon in Brooklyn to get our strands relaxed. As a child, my hair...

Drug treatment options hard to reach

We continue our coverage of a major policy reversal in Oregon that could have ramifications here in B.C. As part of the its drug decriminalization experiment, the government set up a system to keep people out of jail and get them into treatment. As Paul Johnson reports, it didn't work out as planned.

80/20 diet: Pros and cons for your health

The 80/20 diet is about eating mostly healthy foods like fruits, veggies, and lean proteins 80% of the time, and enjoying less healthy choices 20% of the time. It's a flexible approach that lets you have treats without feeling guilty, according to Eating Well. Pros of the diet Builds a foundation for a healthy diet: It helps you understand the basi...

Alzheimer's transmitted from person to person

The findings have major ramifications.

The benefits of boxing aren't just physical, this boxer says

Windsor's Jarelyn Castillo, 17, started boxing to lose lockdown weight. Now she's on Team Canada. Her coaches at Border City Boxing Club, Andre Gorges and Josh Canty, say she has potential for more.

Health expert explains what happens when you stop taking Ozempic

Ozempic's popularity skyrocketed last year as people sought an easy weight-loss drug, but the number of people quitting the drug is also increasing. So what happens when you stop taking it? Researchers and clinicians try to use drugs of this class, known as GLP-1 agonists, as lifelong treatments, but industry analysis shows that two-thirds of those...

Delicious foods that accelerate weight loss: Your essential list

Experts have named foods that are not only tasty but also healthy. They help stick to a diet and shed extra pounds. It's important to remember that in weight loss, mathematics matters - you must consume fewer calories than you burn. And these are the foods that provide satiety and speed up your metabolism, helping you lose weight faster, reports We...

What causes post-infection coughs in adults?

If you've been sick, thought you had recovered, but still have a nagging cough that doesn't go away - you're definitely not alone. The Canadian Medical Association Journal is tackling the subject. Global BC medical contributor Dr. Birinder Narang explains what causes this cough and if it's contagious if you don't have any other symptoms.

3 reasons you keep waking up in the middle of the night

The 10 biggest sleep myths you thought were true

I spent almost three years trying to find out what was causing my pain

It now takes almost 9 years to get diagnosed.

Neurological conditions affect 3.4B people worldwide. What about Canada?

Neurological conditions, such as Alzheimer's disease, migraines, stroke and multiple sclerosis, are now the leading of ill health and disability around the world.

Self-love is great, until it becomes dangerous and unhealthy

Social media culture encourages us to take life by storm, but the reality is that we are now lonelier than ever. Is self-love sabotaging our happiness?

Europe's heat getting so high human body can't cope say experts

Europe is experiencing a record rise in cases of health-harming heat stress, according to experts, meaning the human body can't cope with it and this is set to continue to get worse others have added. The Copernicus Climate Change Service and World Meteorological Organisation have released the 2023 European State of the Climate report. There are a ...

Replicating Spiderwebs Could Benefit Alzheimer's, Parkinson's Treatments, Scientists Say

Scientists are constantly searching for ways to treat — and one day cure — Alzheimer's disease, and they think the formula could lie in an unlikely place: spider webs. Scientists who researched spiders' ability to spin silk webs stumbled upon the fact that mimicking the process could be beneficial to treating diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkin...

Eating breakfast at this time could reduce heart disease risk

A French study suggests that eating breakfast and supper an hour earlier may reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke. This research emphasizes the importance of meal timing for cardiovascular health, according to The Telegraph. The study found that having breakfast at 8 am instead of 9 am decreases the risk of developing cardiovascular disease by...

How to outsmart hunger while losing weight

When people decide to start losing weight, they often struggle with feelings of hunger, especially when they start dieting and exercising. If, despite rational and healthy eating, you occasionally experience uncontrollable cravings, it's worth arming yourself with strategies to address this sensation, writes Wprost. Outsmarting hunger The weight lo...

Haiti health system near collapse as medicine dwindles and gangs attack hospitals

At hospitals and clinics across Port-au-Prince, life-saving medication and equipment is dwindling or altogether absent as brutal gangs tighten their grip on the capital and beyond. (AP Video/Pierre Luxama)

Living with Dry Eyes (what has helped me)

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Preparing for wildfire season: Ways to protect the most vulnerable

CBC health columnist Dr. Melissa Lem weighs in on preventative measures to protect ourselves and those we love during wildfire season.

Here’s how much water you should really be drinking each day

Is turmeric a good treatment for indigestion? - study

Turmeric may be as good for treating indigestion and excess stomach acid as a proton pump inhibitor, suggest researchers in Thailand.

Seattle hospital won't turn over gender-affirming care records in lawsuit settlement with Texas

DALLAS (AP) — Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is dropping a request for a Seattle hospital to hand over records regarding gender-affirming treatment potentially given to children from Texas as part of a lawsuit settlement announced Monday. Seattle Children's Hospital filed the lawsuit against Paxton's office in December in response to the Republi...

I’m Not The Only One In My Family With A Disability. But I’m the First to Release Shame

I was 23 when I first heard the words “cerebral palsy” in relation to my disability. Up until then, I had no medical diagnosis to explain why I was physically disabled. My family simply never talked about it. It’s not that my parents denied the reality of my disability; they just wanted me to feel as normal as possible. While my friends’ parents drove them to dance classes, gymnastics, and soccer practice, my mom took me to physical therapy...

10 methods to boost concentration and improve memory

Concentration and attention are qualities we need for daily life. But sometimes we wake up on the wrong side of the bed, yawn all day, and just can't focus on important tasks. However, some products can help improve concentration and attention, writes WebMD. Caffeine Certainly, a cup of coffee or strong tea takes the lead. There's no magic remedy t...

First responders to get mental health counselling, Manitoba government says

WINNIPEG — The Manitoba government is funding mental health support for first responders, following the recent death of a Winnipeg firefighter. The province is committing to pay for three counsellors who are to work with law enforcement, paramedics and firefighters. David Pankratz, a New Democrat legislature member and former firefighter, says the ...

Spring cleaning dilemma: How much disinfecting is too much?

Spring cleaning is a time when people tackle tasks around the house they may not typically get to, whether clearing out the garage or finally organizing that messy junk drawer.

In Pictures: Young People Living With ADHD

London-based Norwegian photographer Nora Nord was diagnosed with ADHD in 2018, when she was in her early 20s. It was an immensely freeing feeling, she says, because it gave her the space for some aspects of her personality to finally make sense. But it was a frustrating time, too. “I’ve had an underlying feeling most of my life that something is wrong with me,” she remembers. “I wondered why I couldn’t focus or finish things, and why everything...

Early indicators of dementia: 5 behaviour changes to look for after age 50

Dementia is often thought of as a memory problem, like when an elderly person asks the same questions or misplaces things. In reality, individuals with dementia will not only experience issues in other areas of cognition like learning, thinking, comprehension and judgement, but they may also experience changes in behaviour. It’s important to understand what dementia is and how it manifests. I didn’t imagine my grandmother’s strange behaviours...

What to do if you wake up at night and can't get back to sleep, according to expert

Getting a decent night's sleep is important for our health, but a lot of us don't get the recommended eight hours. Three-quarters of Brits get less than eight hours of sleep, while one in six get by on less than six hours each night, according to YouGov. Meanwhile across the pond, over 17 per cent of adults had trouble staying asleep most days or e...

Chicken: Benefits for health, nutrition and possible risks

Chicken, one of the most consumed proteins in the world, plays a significant role in people's diets with its nutritional benefits, versatility, and widespread availability. As a lean protein source, chicken offers essential vitamins, minerals, and a high protein content with limited saturated fat, making it a popular and healthy dietary choice, acc...

TICK SEASON: How to protect your pets

Expert advice on how to keep your pets safe from tick bites

Nutrition tips for teens and tweens

Registered dietitian Andrea Holwegner joins Global News Morning Calgary with some nutrition tips for the lunch kit for your teens and tweens to keep them eating healthy in junior high and high school.

Why do women have longer life expectancies than men in Israel?

The differences between the genders are getting smaller and smaller by the decade, but one fact still exists - women live longer than men. Is it biology, genetics, or maybe a matter of character?

These five work out habits look healthy but can really harm your body

When exercising there's such a thing as doing too much. Here are five mistakes you're making while exercising.

Emotional intelligence and mental health

By Jaymie White Local Journalism Initiative Reporter In the heart of the holiday season, if anyone understands the impact emotional intelligence can have on a person struggling with mental health and addictions, it is Tina Olivero. Just four short months ago, Tina lost her son, Ben, after his seven-year struggle. Emotional intelligence is defined a...

Alberta research team creating maps to track health impacts of climate change

A team at the University of Alberta is layering data to display which communities are more or less vulnerable to the health impacts of climate change. Emily Mertz explains.

Map shows ‘100-day cough’ hotspots as cases surge 40% in a week in UK

I was told I was 'very positive'. Doctors weren't referring to my attitude

I'd had HIV for 10 years without knowing.

Here's how many steps you need to hit to offset sitting down all day

Forget the number.

The children of the Flint water crisis are growing into environmental and health activists

Dozens of children of the Flint water crisis -- now teenagers and young adults -- have turned their trauma into advocacy (AP video: Mike Householder)

How My Locs Journey Taught Me To Treat My Hair (And Myself) Better

As a little Dominican girl, I envied long, flowing hair — my mother’s and aunt’s beautiful soft wavy hair as well as my sister’s thick curls. I had kinkier, tighter coils that I wished were more manageable to untangle and style. At 9, I got my first relaxer for school pictures. As the white creamy mixture sat atop my virgin hair, the tingling sensation of my scalp signified the end of my childhood with kinky hair and the beginning of my life’s...