Start marathon training 18–20 weeks before race day with clear goals, easy-paced runs, and data tracking. Include four weekly runs, strength training, and long runs to prepare muscles. Recovery is vital—use deload weeks, rest, and mobility exercises. Join a running group for motivation and support throughout the process.
Renal denervation disrupts kidney nerves to lower resistant hypertension. The minimally invasive procedure, FDA-approved in 2023, offers modest benefits and is being cautiously adopted. Experts urge lifestyle changes, regular monitoring, and informed discussions to determine suitability. While not a cure, some patients, like Michael Garrity, see significant improvements.
The CFIA has recalled eggs from several brands due to possible salmonella contamination in BC, Manitoba, and Ontario, with potential distribution elsewhere. Consumers should check lot codes and avoid eating recalled products. A food safety investigation is ongoing, with no reported illnesses. Dispose or return affected products immediately.
Toronto Public Health is sending letters to Grade 11 students who are behind on vaccinations. Following pandemic disruptions, vaccination rates have dropped, and the city aims to address gaps, particularly for diseases like measles and whooping cough, to prevent outbreaks and ensure student compliance.
Canada’s healthcare system ranks low globally in access to care, equity, and wait times, according to a C.D. Howe Institute report. The country faces challenges in timely care, with long waits for specialists and surgeries, and affordability issues, particularly in certain provinces.
Canada is experiencing a rise in norovirus cases, particularly affecting the elderly and young children. The illness, often referred to as the "winter vomiting disease," is spreading more frequently this season. Health experts emphasize prevention through hygiene, as there’s no specific treatment for the virus.
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