Millions More Cancer Survivors

There has never been a better time to be a cancer survivor. The number of people who are living beyond the dreaded disease has been climbing since the 1970s. And millions more may join the crowd in the coming years.

Trouble Coping Under the Knife

Having breast cancer surgery is tough for any woman. But recovering from surgery may be a little tougher for women who also have mental health issues.

Putting Milk on the Map

Researchers already knew that milk allergy was common among American children. But until recently, they weren’t sure how it compared to other food allergies.

Explaining the Pain in Hip Replacement

Hip replacements are meant to give patients improved mobility and pain relief. But sometimes, hip replacement patients have post-surgery pain that doctors cannot explain. New research may offer an explanation.

Daredevils Don’t Need Vodka with Red Bull

Energy drinks are full of caffeine and sugar, which can pack quite a kick. But what happens if people drink energy drinks with alcohol? Do people get double buzzed and reckless?

Jason Poquette, BPharm, R.Ph.

Jason Poquette is a registered pharmacist with over 20 years’ experience in retail pharmacy employment and management.

Vitamin D Benefits New Moms

One recent study found that too little vitamin D didn't appear to affect baby's bone growth. But there are other risks if expecting moms have too little vitamin D.

Spotting Spondylitis

So you've had back pain for awhile now, and it's not going away. Maybe your pain is especially bad when you wake up in the morning. While there are many causes of back pain, ankylosing spondylitis could be to blame in your case.

Maybe the Ovaries Should Stay

When cancer isn’t involved, women may want to hang on to their ovaries for other health reasons. Depending on the case, removal of the uterus may not have to include the ovaries too.

Confused About Cancer Nutrition Advice

Should a cancer patient lose weight, gain weight or maintain weight during treatment? What’s a healthy eating plan after treatment is over? This type of information isn’t easy to come by.

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