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Scientists suggest the toxins could one day be used as ‘markers’ for medics to pinpoint the Parkinson’s patients at a higher risk of dementia.

The toxins could potentially be used as ‘markers’ for doctors to identify Parkinson’s patients at a higher risk of developing dementia

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We all have questionable kitchen habits – experts break down how to avoid spreading pathogens at home

While most side effects are likely to disappear when the medication is stopped, any damage to the teeth is permanent

Ozempic and Wegovy have been hailed as wonder drugs when it comes to weight loss. But as the drug has become more widely used, a number of unintended side-effects have become apparent – with the weight loss drug affecting the appearance of everything from your butt to your feet.

Most people feel confident about their hygiene routine. A morning shower, clean clothes, and a dab of hand sanitizer throughout the day might seem like the perfect formula for staying healthy. But in the pursuit of cleanliness, some habits that appear to be hygienic are actually doing more harm than…

Grocery stores often present an image of cleanliness and order. Bright lights, polished floors, and neatly stacked shelves create an appealing shopping environment. Most stores work hard to maintain hygiene standards. However, behind this pristine appearance, numerous areas and surfaces can harbor surprising amounts of germs, bacteria, or general grime.…

Grocery stores stock an incredible variety of foods from around the world. Maintaining safety across this vast supply chain is a monumental task. Despite rigorous efforts, food recalls and contamination scares unfortunately do occur. These incidents can involve bacteria, allergens, or foreign objects. They often affect products sold in major…

After menopause, urinary tract infections (UTIs) can be more frequent, yet most Canadian women (82 per cent in a recent survey) don’t realize the two are associated.

Viruses are in us. They're even part of us. Now researchers want to map the human virome