Samir Gupta

• Growing STI rates call for renewed concerns in Canada

  Last week, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control released a report showing that there were nearly 20 million people with STIs in the U.S. in 2014, with an estimated cost to the healthcare system approaching US $16 billion.

  Nov 26, 2015
  
• Examining the science behind the winter blues

  As winter approaches, many people will notice a change in their mood. In fact, seasonal changes in mood and behavior have been shown to occur in just about all of us.

  Nov 19, 2015
  
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• Tips for staying healthy this Halloween

  Halloween is a great time of year for kids and adults alike, and any health risks are very low, but there are certain risks that people are particularly worried about that are worth discussing.

  Oct 29, 2015
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• Trudeau’s health care promises have doctors excited

  With the new Liberal majority government in place, Canadians are taking stock of what they've been promised over the last two and a half months and how the new government's plans will affect them.

  Oct 23, 2015
• Study suggests HPV vaccine doesn’t lead to promiscuous girls

  A recent study suggests giving young girls the HPV vaccine will not lead to sexually promiscuous behaviour.

  Health

  Dec 9, 2014
• Five signs that you may have sleep apnea

  Most people who suffer from sleep apnea are completely unaware of it despite the serious health problems it can cause.

  Health

  Jun 19, 2014
• Five sunscreen tips to avoid getting sunburned this summer

  Health Specialist Dr. Samir Gupta has some tips people should be aware of when applying sunscreen to avoid getting a painful burn this summer.

  Health

  Jun 10, 2014
• Why allergy season is getting longer, and what you can do about it

  Though allergy season appears to be getting longer, Canadians have a growing list of options in dealing with seasonal sniffles.

  Health

  Jun 5, 2014
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• Five normal ‘super’ foods at your local grocery store

  Acai, goji berries, quinoa – these ‘super foods’ have been making headlines recently for their numerous health benefits. Here’s five normal ‘super’ foods you can find in your local grocery store.

  Health

  May 29, 2014