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Burners (Brachial Plexus Injuries)
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. OVERVIEW What is a “burner?” A “burner,” also called a “stinger,” is an injury to 1 or more nerves between your neck and shoulder. The condition gets its name from the shock-like,…
Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. OVERVIEW What is benign paroxysmal positional vertigo? Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) is a problem with the inner ear. It causes you to feel dizzy for a short period or longer. It…
Becoming Parents – What It Means for Couples
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. Having a baby changes many things at home, including your relationship with your partner. The following are some tips to help you keep your relationship strong. Path to well being Work together…
Balancing Work and Caregiving
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. According to the Vanier Institute of the Family, 6.1 million Canadians were caregivers to a family member and also worked outside the home. If you’re currently caring for a loved one, chances…
Air Travel Health Tips
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. How can I improve plane travel? Most people don’t have any problems when they fly, but it’s possible to make airplane travel safer and more comfortable. Here are some tips: Carry enough…
Air Pollution
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. Outdoor air pollution is a mix of natural and man-made particles in the air. Regular exposure to it can harm our health when we breathe it. Air pollution is a problem in…
Thrush
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. OVERVIEW What is thrush? Thrush is a yeast infection. It occurs on your tongue and the lining of your mouth. Symptoms of thrush For newborns, the signs of thrush include: White, creamy…
Meningitis
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. OVERVIEW What is meningitis? Meningitis is swelling of the tissue around your brain and spinal cord. There are two common types of meningitis. Viral meningitis is the most common. It can make…
Measles
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. What is measles? Measles (also called rubeola) is a serious respiratory illness. This means it affects the lungs and breathing tubes. It also causes a rash and a fever. It is one…
Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. What is hand, foot, and mouth disease? Hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD) is a common childhood illness. It is caused by a virus and is very contagious, but not severe. The…