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People who see doctor in month after ER visit for chest pain do better: study

People who see doctor in month after ER visit for chest pain do better: study

TORONTO - People who are at high risk for heart disease and who have been treated in an emergency room for chest pains do better over the long-term if they see a doctor within 30 days of being released from hospital, a new study suggests.
Push on for more baby-friendly hospitals, support for breastfeeding key component

Push on for more baby-friendly hospitals, support for breastfeeding key component

TORONTO - When Michelle Delbaere gave birth to her son Henry seven months ago, she had planned to exclusively breastfeed him because she'd been told that mother's milk is considered best for baby's health.
Traditional Chinese medicine to be regulated in Ontario, registration needed

Traditional Chinese medicine to be regulated in Ontario, registration needed

TORONTO - Patients receiving acupuncture, herbal remedies or other forms of traditional Chinese medicine in Ontario will soon gain some reassurance that those treating them are qualified to do so.

Dr. Roach: Having family support helps those who are living with herpes

Dear Dr. Roach: My 20-year-old son is intelligent, handsome and popular. However, he has just confided in me that he has contracted herpes. He and I are devastated, since we understand that he will have it forever.
Hockey causes most sports-related brain injuries in kids, teens: prevention study

Hockey causes most sports-related brain injuries in kids, teens: prevention study

TORONTO - Hockey accounts for almost half of all traumatic brain injuries among Canadian children and teens taking part in team sports, says a study, which also looks at how and why kids are getting hurt.
Anti-smoking ads: 'Only voice my grandson's heard is this one,' says woman with no voice box

Anti-smoking ads: 'Only voice my grandson's heard is this one,' says woman with no voice box

NEW YORK, N.Y. - Government health officials launched the second round of a graphic ad campaign Thursday that is designed to get smokers off tobacco, saying they believe the last effort convinced tens of thousands to quit.
Your 15 minutes of fame are up - or are they? Study finds true fame not fleeting

Your 15 minutes of fame are up - or are they? Study finds true fame not fleeting

TORONTO - Reality TV stars may come and go, but a new study suggests true fame is enduring. The research finds that people who achieve real celebrity remain famous for years, making frequent appearances in newspapers over periods of decades.

Dr. Roach: Seniors should drink water to help avoid fainting

Dear Dr. Roach: My husband started having falls, and ended up in the emergency room twice. The second time, the doctor figured out what had happened. He was dehydrated and was fainting because of it.

Quebec government to answer 'crying need' for breast milk with new bank

QUEBEC - The Quebec government announced Wednesday it is taking steps to address a "crying need" by setting up its first breast-milk bank.
Scientists ID genetic markers tied to breast, prostate, ovarian cancer; no quick payoff seen

Scientists ID genetic markers tied to breast, prostate, ovarian cancer; no quick payoff seen

NEW YORK, N.Y.