Canadians are experiencing an overwhelming amount of marketing for the diabetes medications Ozempic and Rybelsus. Ads for these drugs can be found on different platforms, and even at professional sports games. Both Ozempic and Rybelsus, manufactured by Novo Nordisk, are semaglutide drugs approved for treating Type 2 diabetes. Doctors and experts fear that the extensive ads may pressure unnecessary prescriptions.
Obesity may hinder the brain's recognition of fullness and satisfaction after eating fats and sugars, according to a recent study by Harvard Medical School and Brigham and Women's Hospital. Individuals with obesity lack the chemical responses that signal satiety, and these brain changes appear to be irreversible. The study emphasizes the long-lasting impact of obesity on the brain's ability to regulate eating behaviours.
Have you ever wondered what it's like to be a chiropractor, healing and restoring balance to the human body? Join us as we go through a day in the life of a chiropractor, uncovering the fascinating moments, challenges, and triumphs they encounter in their noble pursuit of well-being. From the crackling adjustments to the compassionate patient interactions, get ready to gain an insider's perspective on this vital profession that aims to unlock the body's innate healing potential.
Hospital workers, whose unions opposed Premier Doug Ford's Bill 124 wage restrictions, have secured pay raises. The hikes were granted by arbitrator William Kaplan and benefit around 45,000 employees including nurses, support workers, cooks, lab technicians, and dietary aides. Although the increases fall short of last year's eight percent inflation rate, Michael Hurley from the Ontario Council of Hospital Unions believes they will be positively received.
In response to unprecedented levels of burnout and turnover among healthcare workers, the Canadian government has announced a $78.5 million investment in initiatives aimed at training and retaining more health professionals. The three main projects focus on developing a competency assessment for international medical graduates, creating a national physician registry, and providing team-based primary care training for around 5,000 healthcare professionals.
In a recent interview with CTV's Your Morning, sleep consultant Amanda Jewson unveiled the concerning trend of "sleep procrastination," which is plaguing the lives of many individuals. This term refers to the act of staying awake past bedtime, engrossed in smartphone scrolling or other leisure activities instead of prioritizing much-needed rest.
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