In many parts of the world, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is not a common diagnosis. But in North America, a large portion of the pediatric population is being screened and diagnosed with ADHD every…
Read MorePolycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a misleading term, since it doesn’t always involve cysts in your ovaries. You might now be wondering why the heck PCOS is called that, then, and what it is anyway.
Read MoreCollege; it’s sometimes called “the best time in your life.” You have new people, new situations, a huge variety of extracurricular activities to choose from, all while learning about yourself and the world… It is…
Read MoreA miscarriage is defined as a pregnancy loss occurring during the first 20 weeks of pregnancy. An early pregnancy loss is defined as a pregnancy loss that occurs during gestational weeks 0–12 (the first trimester).…
Read MoreIt can be difficult for many women to find and utilize non hormonal options when it comes to fertility. This includes women who want to become pregnant but also those who are looking to avoid…
Read MoreOver the last number of years, the topic of acid-base balance has become a very popular health topic. The bulk of the focus has been on dietary means to support the body’s internal acid-base environment,…
Read MoreThinking of conceiving? You may have heard about the “100 days”—the time it takes for an egg to mature. For men, it takes about 80 days for sperm to mature. During this time of development…
Read MoreForgetfulness is often considered a normal part of aging. As we get older, we might all expect to notice changes in our memory, ability to focus, multitask and problem solve. Dementia is when these changes…
Read MoreInterstitial cystitis (IC), also known as bladder pain syndrome, causes a reduced bladder capacity accompanied by symptoms of frequent, painful urination, and may or may not include blood in the urine (either seen by the…
Read MoreAs summer wears on, the long hot days fade into warm nights. For those of you who spend a lot of time outside, it can seem like you never really get a break from the…
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