Woodstoves are good for the soul, bad for the heart

Published: 27 February 2017

The risk of acute myocardial infarction for the elderly living in and around small cities is increased by air pollution caused by biomass burning from woodstoves.  ...

Improving health, one step at a time

Published: 26 November 2015

It may be surprising, but Canadians who live in densely-populated areas where stores, banks, schools and other services are close by do not walk as much as they should.

Diabetes drug found not to cause pancreatic cancer

Published: 22 February 2016

By Tod Hoffman, Lady Davis Institute for Medical Research...

Lottery tickets aren’t child’s play

Published: 8 December 2016

Lottery tickets may be fun-filled and exciting presents, but they are not suitable gifts for minors. Studies suggest that gambling is a popular yet risky activity among youth. Additionally,...

Top award for spinal cord injury research

Published: 16 November 2015

Innovative research aims to improve the quality of life for those living with spinal cord injuries

Increasing cases of anaphylaxis among children

Published: 21 April 2016

Anaphylaxis, known to be a sudden and potentially life-threatening allergic reaction, seems to be increasing among children, according to a new study led by a team at the Research Institute of the...

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