A King’s College London study found antidepressants can significantly affect weight, blood pressure, cholesterol, and heart rate within weeks. Published in The Lancet, the findings highlight that not all antidepressants are alike, urging personalized prescriptions. A new digital tool helps match patients with the safest, most suitable medications.
Hamstring tightness often stems from instability caused by tight hip flexors and weak glutes—not lack of flexibility. These imbalances tilt the pelvis forward, straining hamstrings. Instead of endless stretching, restore stability with breathing, glute activation, and hip-flexor release to reduce tension and improve strength and mobility.
Consumer Reports found over two-thirds of 23 protein powders contained unsafe lead levels—some ten times the daily limit. Experts warn long-term use may harm brain, kidney, and reproductive health. They recommend moderation, preferring whole-food proteins like eggs and beans, and call for stricter product safety standards.
Seven obstetricians at Kamloops’ Royal Inland Hospital resigned over unsafe workloads, reflecting Canada’s wider maternal healthcare crisis. Experts warn chronic staff shortages delay deliveries and risk patient safety. National licensure and stronger institutional support are urged to retain healthcare professionals and stabilize obstetrical care across provinces.
Pickleball’s popularity in Canada has led to more eye injuries, especially among players over 50. A JAMA study reports over 3,000 ocular injuries since 2005, with 1,262 in 2024 alone. Experts urge players to wear safety glasses to prevent serious damage like retinal detachment and orbital fractures.
Ontario hospitals need $1 billion more this year to manage rising costs, population growth, and inflation. Despite recent funding increases, many hospitals remain in deficit. The Ontario Hospital Association urges more multi-year planning to ensure stability as healthcare demands rise with an aging population and complex care needs.
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