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• Is Green beer safe? Tips for staying healthy on St. Patrick’s Day

  So everything is green on St. Patrick's day, and that includes our food and drink -- everything from green cake to green ketchup, to the iconic green beer. People might be wondering if this green food colouring carries any health risks.

  Mar 17, 2016
• Does an Aspirin a day prevent cancer?

  A new study suggests that regular Aspirin use may reduce the risk of cancer. But does this mean that all of us should be taking an Aspirin a day?

  Mar 8, 2016
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• Why migraines may be affecting you when the weather changes dramatically

  With the erratic weather that we’ve been having recently, Global News Medical Contributor Dr. Samir Gupta looks at why more and more people are having difficulties with migraines.

  Mar 3, 2016
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• Tuberculosis: Are you at risk?

  After a recent outbreak of tuberculosis on buses between Montreal and Toronto, many people are now asking what tuberculosis is, what risks the passengers face, and whether the general public should be concerned.

  Feb 18, 2016
• Asbestos: What you need to know

  Recent reports continue to show an increasing toll from asbestos-related diseases in this country.

  Jan 26, 2016
• A look at where Ontario healthcare dollars are going

  A new report by researchers at the Institute for Clinical Evaluative Sciences released yesterday provides an eye-opening look at how our healthcare dollars are being spent in this province.

  Jan 12, 2016
• Breaking down the top fitness trends for 2016

  It's that time of year again. Many people are trying to make that popular New Year's resolution -- getting to the gym -- a reality in 2016. And when they do, they will encounter a myriad of fitness trends. But do these actually work?

  Jan 6, 2016
• Wearable electronics: Will they help you lose weight?

  The holiday season is in full swing and for many people that means lots of eating, drinking, and weight gain. Many of us will find a wearable fitness tracker under the tree this year. But can these fancy devices actually help us to lose that holiday weight?

  Dec 23, 2015
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• Autism, antidepressants and pregnancy: Should you be concerned?

  A new study is suggesting that taking antidepressant medications during pregnancy may increase the risk of autism.

  Dec 16, 2015
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• Concussions: What you need to know

  Dr. Samir Gupta provides tips on what you need to know about concussions.

  Dec 10, 2015