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- 7/6/2011
Obesity: a growing problem in Canada
About 25% of Canadian adults and 8.6% of children and youth (ages 6 to 17) are obese, according to a joint report issued by the Public Health Agency of Canada and the Canadian Institute for Health Information. From 1981 to 2007/09, obesity rates approximately doubled among male and female adults and youth. In addition, fitness levels are declining. - 7/6/2011
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- 7/6/2011
Peanut components may improve allergy detection
Ara h2 may be most useful protein for more accurate diagnosis - 7/6/2011
Antipsychotics create metabolic issues for children
Drugs are effective in treating disruptive behaviour but close monitoring may be key to mitigating problems - 7/6/2011
Bisphosphonates linked to lower colorectal cancer risk
Men and women who have been treated with bisphosphonates to protect against deteriorating bone health also appear to have a reduced risk of developing colorectal cancer, say researchers who explored data from the Manitoba Cancer Registry. - 7/6/2011
Teens lose sleep due to heavy video gaming
Watching TV doesn’t have the same impact, U.S. study shows - 7/6/2011
Confused yet over when to start pelvic exams?
Changing Pap smear guidelines mean not all jurisdications are on the same page