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Apple Women’s Health Study: menstrual cycles, health |  News

Apple Women’s Health Study: menstrual cycles, health | News

February 1, 2023 – Over the past three years, researchers with the Apple Women’s Health Study have been able to shed light on topics such as pregnancy attempts during the COVID-19 pandemic and the impact of COVID-19 vaccination on menstrual cycles. Thanks to three years of renewed support from Apple, the work will continue. Shruthi […]

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Government of Canada and Chief Nursing Officer hosted the Nursing Retention Forum to address workforce health challenges

Government of Canada and Chief Nursing Officer hosted the Nursing Retention Forum to address workforce health challenges

June 14, 2023 | Toronto, Ont. | Health Canada As Canada’s largest group of health professionals with more than 400,000 members, nurses are critical to Canada’s health care system, but many are leaving the profession given the challenges – such as increased workloads, high incidences of burnout, stress, anxiety and depression, and in some cases,

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China’s economy is way more screwed than anyone thought

China’s economy is way more screwed than anyone thought

The end of China’s economic miracle is going to drive down stocks on Wall Street — and drive up prices for everyone.iStock; Rebecca Zisser/Insider Entering 2023, the relentless drumbeat of Wall Street consensus was pounding out one consistent rhythm: China is back. After years of lockdowns and suppressed output, economists and investors cheered the end

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Multivitamin protects aging brain, science suggests

Multivitamin protects aging brain, science suggests

Multivitamin supplements may help slow the normal forgetfulness that comes with aging, reported researchers Wednesday. The analysis of data from more than 3,500 older participants showed that those who took a daily Centrum Silver pill over a period of three years had better memories than those who received a placebo treatment, according to a report

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COVID-19: Should I be wearing a mask, and when?

COVID-19: Should I be wearing a mask, and when?

Even before the World Health Organization declared the COVID-19 pandemic was no longer a “public health emergency of international concern” on Friday, many Canadians had already given up wearing masks as mandates lifted in most public places. Although WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus noted Friday’s declaration “does not mean COVID-19 is over,” many people will

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