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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 Sjögren’s syndrome? Sjögren’s (say: “show-grins”) syndrome is disease that causes dry mouth and dry eyes.  It can also cause dryness in other places that need moisture.  This includes the…

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 skin cancer? Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer. Almost all skin cancers are the result of too much exposure to ultraviolet light. This is found in…

If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. What are atypical moles? Atypical moles (dysplastic nevi) are skin growths.  They are benign (not cancerous). However, they look like a type of skin cancer called melanoma. Atypical moles are usually bigger…

If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. Did you know your skin is your body’s largest organ? It is. And it’s important to keep it safe, whether you’re at home or at work. Workers of all ages can have…

If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. What are skin tags? A skin tag is a non-cancerous skin growth that can occur anywhere on your body. Both men and women get them. Symptoms of skin tags A skin tag…

If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. The amount of sleep you get while you’re pregnant not only affects you and your baby but could impact your labour and delivery as well. Lack of sleep during pregnancy has been…

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 sleep apnea? Sleep apnea is a serious sleep disorder. People who have sleep apnea stop breathing for 10 seconds to 30 seconds at a time while they are sleeping….

If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. Most healthy older adults need 7 or 8 hours of sleep each night to feel rested and alert.  But as you age, your sleep patterns may change. These changes can cause insomnia,…

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 sleepwalking? Sleepwalking is just as it sounds. It involves walking around, sitting up, or doing other activities while asleep. The person’s eyes are open. They look like they are…

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 slipped capital femoral epiphysis? Slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE) is a hip problem that starts if the epiphysis (growing end) of the femur (thigh bone) slips from the ball…

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 small vessel disease? Small vessel disease is a condition that affects the tiny arteries in your heart. It is caused when these arteries are damaged and don’t dilate properly….

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 social phobia? Social phobia, also called social anxiety disorder, is a fear of being judged by others during social situations. This includes, work, parties, family gatherings, etc. Most people…

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 Somatic symptom and related disorders? Somatic symptom and related disorders is the name for a group of conditions in which the physical pain and symptoms a person feels are…

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 sore throat? A sore throat means that your throat hurts., It feels irritated or scratchy. You may feel mild discomfort or a burning pain. It may be worse…

If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. OVERVIEW How do I know if my child has speech delay? Every child develops at their own pace. But if your child doesn’t talk as much as most children of the same…