Healthcare News Feed

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Eating Disorder

Startling 400% Rise in Eating Disorders Among Male Youths in Ontario

In Ontario, the prevalence of eating disorders in male children and teenagers has increased by 400%, a substantial increase from levels observed in the early 2000s. While girls make up the majority of cases, teenage boys and younger children (ages 12 to 14) have shown the greatest growth. Since these populations were historically less likely to be harmed, this change represents a worrying trend.

December 6, 2023
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Sick

Unveiling the Body's Response: How Seeing a Sick Person Prepares You for Illness

According to studies by Patricia Lopes at Chapman University, seeing a sick person causes our bodies to go through a biochemical reaction that gets us ready for diseases. It illustrates how infections have knock-on consequences that affect other people's health and behaviour. Stressing the interdependence of people within social groupings, it may act as a protective mechanism but does not take the role of vaccinations.

November 29, 2023
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Flu Season

PHAC Predicts Imminent Declaration of Flu Season's Onset This Week

The flu season may begin soon, according to federal health authorities, as new data reveals a 6.8% flu case positive rate, which is higher than the 5% cutoff. The start of the season will be officially announced nationwide if this pattern persists. 1,849 influenza cases—mostly type A—were recorded in the Public Health Agency of Canada's FluWatch report for the period of November 12–18, 2023.

November 27, 2023
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Fruit Juice

FDA Warns: Lead-Contaminated Fruit Pouches Cause Illness in More Children

The number of children impacted by lead-contaminated apple puree pouches has increased, according to the FDA, from 34 cases last week to 52 cases currently recorded across 22 states. The main affected age group is children (1-4). Among the recalled goods are the Schnucks and Weis cinnamon applesauce pouches and WanaBana apple cinnamon fruit puree, which are available for purchase at Dollar Tree and Amazon.

November 24, 2023
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Mental Health Issues

Rising Global Temperatures Coincide with Increased Mortality in Individuals with Mental Health Issues

The growing severity of the climate disaster puts those suffering from mental health conditions including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and anxiety in grave danger. Increased ER visits for mental health issues are also correlated with rising temperatures. Suicide rates and increased anxiety are associated with extended exposure to air pollution, which is made worse by the climate catastrophe. 

November 22, 2023
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Measles

WHO Issues Warning of 'Relentlessly Increasing Threat' of Measles

The World Health Organization and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have issued a warning about the growing threat of measles to children worldwide. In Canada, measles cases have increased, largely attributed to travelers bringing the disease. Health experts emphasize the importance of vaccination to prevent further outbreaks and urge people to take vaccines seriously.

November 20, 2023
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