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How Much Does Birth Control Cost in Canada?
How Much Does Birth Control Cost in Canada?
Birth control, also known as contraception, works by preventing pregnancy in several ways. Typically, conception occurs after ejaculation when millions of sperm enter the vagina and make their way up to the uterus, where one may fertilize an…

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What Is Included in a Full STD Panel?
What Is Included in a Full STD Panel?
Did you know? Occurrences of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) have been on the rise in Canada for the last decade or more, and yet a 2018 survey found that 50%…

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Here’s Why More Canadians are Choosing Maple to get Healthcare Anytime, Anywhere
Here’s Why More Canadians are Choosing Maple to get Healthcare Anytime, Anywhere
Remember the last time you or one of your loved ones was sick and in need of medical care? Could you get an appointment with your family doctor right away, no matter the time of day or night?…

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How Long Do STD Tests Take at Urgent Care Centres?
How Long Do STD Tests Take at Urgent Care Centres?
If you think you may have a sexually transmitted infection (STI), it’s normal to have a sense of urgency to get trusted medical support. Thankfully, when it comes to testing for sexual STIs, you’ve got options. There are…

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Bladder Infection vs UTI: What’s the Difference?
Bladder Infection vs UTI: What’s the Difference?
Experiencing discomfort from a urinary tract infection (UTI) or a bladder infection can be more than just an inconvenience; it can significantly impact your daily life.

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Using Amoxicillin for UTI: Dosage Guidelines
Using Amoxicillin for UTI: Dosage Guidelines
If you’re experiencing the symptoms of a urinary tract infection (UTI) — such as a frequent urge to urinate or a burning sensation — you’re probably wondering if amoxicillin can help. Questions like “Does amoxicillin treat UTIs?”,…

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Signs Your UTI Is Going Away
Signs Your UTI Is Going Away
Whether it’s the persistent discomfort, the frequent trips to the bathroom, or the burning sensation that just won’t go away, urinary tract infections (UTIs) can be challenging to deal with. …

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Summer Sickness Prevention Tips to Keep Your Family Safe This Summer
Summer Sickness Prevention Tips to Keep Your Family Safe This Summer
Summer is underway, and a recent poll found that 62% of Canadians are likely to hit the road for a well-earned vacation this year. Whether you’re taking off on a plane, train, car,…

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Top tips to enjoying the holiday season
Top tips to enjoying the holiday season
The holidays, often dubbed the most wonderful time of the year, can come with its fair share of stress. Whether you’re navigating family dinners, travelling with kids, managing a tight budget, or feeling the pressure to handle everything, it’s normal…

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How to boost your immune system
How to boost your immune system
Keeping your immune system in tip-top shape can go a long way towards warding off colds and flus this winter. Without a healthy immune system, your body can’t fight off infections, viruses or pathogens effectively. Pesky viruses, bacteria and…

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