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How intergenerational trauma affects Indigenous communities

Intergenerational trauma passes to subsequent generations in many ways. As already mentioned, traumatized people may provide less than optimal care to their children, transmitting the hurt to the next generation. Severe intergenerational trauma can affect … See more

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6 Â½ reasons why you should move into the forest for your health

WEBBy Lindsay Jolivet and Ainslie Butler, Health, Medicine, and Veterinary Science Co-editors Pack your belongings health conscious readers because the …

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The diabetes gap: Why are Black Canadians more likely to develop …

WEBMichael Ralph Limmena, Health, Medicine, and Veterinary Sciences editor. The year 2021 marked the 100th anniversary of the discovery of insulin. Diabetes was …

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Gut feelings: How the bacteria in your body affect your brain

WEBRecent research has explored the link between gut microbiota and mental health. It demonstrated that the GI bacteria living in mice could greatly impact their brain …

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The complicated relationship between Alzheimer’s disease …

WEBTamara Rosner and Elizabeth Benner, Health, Medicine, and Veterinarian Science editors A recent study shows that eating fruits and vegetables and drinking tea …

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Animal Testing and Human Health: A Tricky Balance

WEBHealth, Medicine & Veterinary Sciences subject editor. Animal experimentation is and will probably always remain a controversial issue. On one side …

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Small, deadly parasite emerging in Canada’s North

WEBEchinococcusis a public health concern because it also infects people.Echinococcosis, a condition where a large cyst develops in the liver, lungs or …

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The psychology of healthcare wearables – ScienceBorealis.ca Blog

WEBSmruthi Venkateshan, guest contributor, in collaboration with the Science Borealis Blog editors The wearable technology industry is projected to grow to $54 …

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Welcome to Health, Medicine & Veterinary Sciences editor …

WEBWelcome to Health, Medicine & Veterinary Sciences editor Dorottya Harangi. Dorottya graduated with a B.Sc. in Neuroscience and Physiology at the …

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Finding the story behind the research: Dr. Aditi Khandelwal and …

WEBElizabeth Benner, Health, Medicine & Veterinary Sciences editor Many Canadians are familiar with the Canadian Blood Services (CBS), a Canadian healthcare …

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Michael Limmena, Health, Medicine, and Veterinary Science editor

WEBWhen not writing articles or taking courses, he enjoys cooking, baking bread, reading novels, and watching Chinese martial arts movies (especially ones …

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Bike helmets protect your head from injury, but there’s a catch

WEBConditions like obesity, heart disease, and cancers are growing public health concerns and cycling regularly offers some major health benefits. One study found that …

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Defining ‘novel’: Health Canada modernizes its regulations for …

WEBHealth Canada’s call for input on its proposed updates to the 2006 guidelines is a good first step towards a more transparent approach to regulating novel foods. Policymakers and …

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Tamara Rosner, Health, Medicine & Veterinary Sciences editor

WEBIn 2018, she joined the Science Borealis as a Health, Medicine and Veterinary Sciences editor. Her additional background in clinical psychology has led to …

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The chemistry behind antioxidants: Are they the real deal

WEBThe chemical properties of antioxidants allow them to easily donate their electrons to free radicals to stabilize them. Antioxidants donate electrons to free radicals. …

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Digging into soil health – ScienceBorealis.ca Blog

WEBSoil health can be broadly defined as the continued capacity of a soil to function as a living ecosystem that sustains plants, animals, and humans. It …

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Music and the human body: the effects of live performances

WEBPsychologically, music can provide many benefits, like reducing feelings of sadness, improving cognitive abilities, decreasing stress levels, and improving …

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Contaminant bioaccumulation in fish and aquatic environments

WEBHealth Canada regulates the levels of mercury permitted in fish sold in the country. It is a two-tiered system, as some fish have higher levels of mercury overall but …

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The calming effects of natural soundscapes

WEBThere was an overall 184% increase in health and positive affect measures, and a 28% decrease in stress and annoyance measures in groups exposed to natural …

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Evidence-based endorsements: let’s put celebrity culture to good …

WEBA recent review recommended that the medical community improve its efforts to increase the public’s understanding of health issues. One way to do this is to …

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After the fire: What forest recovery looks like in 2020

WEBThe bushfires in Australia have dominated the news cycle since they started in September 2019. As of January 20th, 2020, over 10 million hectares have burned, …

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Meat glue: The tricky, sticky, and sometimes icky world of food …

WEBIt does not pose a health concern to the consumer. There is a technological need. Its use does not mislead the consumer. Note: The EU has banned a different type …

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