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We have written a number of articles that we hope will be of interest to you. This includes health guides for various medical conditions; news about drug development and regulatory issues related to Health Canada and the FDA; and other health-related topics. Clicking on the title of a Health Guide will take you to information on that medical condition. Or click on one of the listed topics, such as Industry News or Diabetes. You can also access recent articles by scrolling down the page or clicking an article under ‘Recent Articles’.

Health Guides – A comprehensive guide to managing your condition

Arthritis & Chronic Pain

Urinary Incontinence & Bladder Control Health Guide

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

Weight Conditions (Overweight, Obesity)

Diabetes

Migraines and Headaches

The pain of a migraine headache is often described as an intense pulsing or throbbing pain in one area of the head. However, it is much more; the International Headache Society diagnoses a migraine by its pain and number of attacks (at least 5, lasting 4-72 hours if untreated), and additional symptoms including nausea and/or

Migraines and Headaches

Alzheimer’s Disease

An estimated 1.1 million Canadians are currently affected by dementia, both directly and indirectly. Whether you’ve experienced symptoms of dementia yourself or noticed them in a spouse, parent, friend, or grandparent, chances are you know someone who’s been affected. Use this comprehensive guide to understand hereditary risks, identify warning signs, and learn more about the

Alzheimer’s Disease

Gastrointestinal Health

The esophagus is the tube that carries food and liquids from your mouth to the stomach. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) happens when a band of muscle at the end of your esophagus does not close properly allowing stomach contents to leak back into the esophagus. This often causes a painful burning feeling in your chest

Gastrointestinal Health

Cold & Flu

Cardiovascular disease

Coronary artery disease (CAD), also called coronary heart disease (CHD), is a disease in which a waxy substance called plaque builds up inside the coronary arteries. The buildup of plaque occurs over many years. Over time, plaque can harden or rupture (break open). Hardened plaque narrows the coronary arteries and reduces the flow of oxygen-rich

Cardiovascular disease

Asthma

Asthma is a chronic disease that affects your airways. Your airways are tubes that carry air in and out of your lungs. If you have asthma, the inside walls of your airways become sore and swollen. That makes them very sensitive, and they may react strongly to things that you are allergic to or find irritating.

Asthma

Mar302021

Amarin Receives Approval for VAZKEPA to Reduce Cardiovascular Risk

Heart Health, Drug Development, Study Results

A round of applause for our research site physicians Dr Sam Henein and Dr Michael O’Mahony for their participation in the Amarin REDUCE-IT hypertriglyceridemia study!

Mar232020

Drug Development Health Canada & FDA Study Results

FDA Guidelines for Conducting Clinical Trials During COVID-19 Pandemic

Drug Development, Health Canada & FDA, Study Results

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) of the United States of America has recently issued a statement, updating Research Sites, Investigators, and IRBs on how best to deal with the ongoing challenges posed by COVID-19. These guidelines will help ensure the safety of trial participants, compliance with good clinical practice (GCP), and minimizing risks to

Dec122019

Urinary Incontinence Health and Wellness

Urinary Incontinence in Women: About Your Pregnancy and Incontinence

Urinary Incontinence, Health and Wellness

Some degree of urinary incontinence is common among pregnant women, with almost all women experiencing it at some point during their pregnancy. In many cases, the incontinence is mild and occurs infrequently. For some pregnant women, though, incontinence can be more severe. Research indicates that a large percentage of women with urinary incontinence report having

Sep222019

Urinary Incontinence Health and Wellness

Urinary Incontinence In Men: 5 Things You Should Know

Urinary Incontinence, Health and Wellness

Urinary incontinence (UI) can be very embarrassing to those affected by this condition, affecting their overall quality of life. Urinary incontinence refers to accidental urine leaks. While UI affects more women than men, it is still common among men, especially older men. An estimated 31 percent of men 65 and older experience some form of

Jul62019

Stress Incontinence Urinary Incontinence Health and Wellness

Urge Incontinence vs. Stress Incontinence: What’s The Difference?

Stress Incontinence, Urinary Incontinence, Health and Wellness

Urinary incontinence is a common problem that affects people of all ages, although it tends to occur more frequently as we age. More women than men experience urinary incontinence. It has been estimated that up to 1/3 of women may experience urinary incontinence. Urinary incontinence is the loss of bladder control. This can range from

Jun172019

Stress Incontinence Health and Wellness

Stress Incontinence diagnosis, breast self-exam

Stress Incontinence Treatment & What to Do If You’re Diagnosed

Stress Incontinence, Health and Wellness

Stress incontinence is treatable. The first line of available stress incontinence treatment includes non-invasive lifestyle changes, exercises, and behavioural therapies. If first-line treatments do not improve your symptoms, other treatments are available. These may include medication, assistive devices, and surgery. In some cases, stress incontinence is caused by another health condition, such as a urinary

May152019

Stress Incontinence Health and Wellness

What Is Stress Incontinence? (And Am I At Risk?)

Stress Incontinence, Health and Wellness

Incontinence refers to any accidental loss of urine. There are several forms of incontinence; however, in this article, we answer the question “What is stress incontinence?” Stress incontinence occurs when a certain action or movement causes a urinary leak. In this case, “stress” refers to physical stress. Actions such as coughing, sneezing, laughing, running, and

Dec232018

Health and Wellness

How to Do Kegel Exercises And Why They're Important

How to do Kegel Exercises & Why They’re Important

Health and Wellness

Kegel exercises involve contracting and releasing your pelvic floor muscles in order to strengthen them. The pelvis is the area between your hips, and the pelvic floor is a group of muscles and tissues located at the bottom of your pelvis. Once you learn how to identify your pelvic floor muscles, it is easy to