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 Sport safety A variety in sports may be better for children in preventing sport injuries. |  Early autism Doctors have a new tool to detect the settle signs of autism at an early stage. |  Mixing medications A new study shows common pain relievers may interfere with how well antidepressants work. |  Allergy battle Both weather and pollution can affect how bad your allergies are this season. |  Salt therapy An NBC reporter takes a look at salt therapy used to treat asthma and other ailments. |  Birth control pill Two new studies suggest the newer generation of birth control pills can increase the risk of blood clots. |  Frigid therapy A new treatment of 'cold' therapy is available to help the body heal. |  Tattoo removal How effective are over-the-counter tattoo removal creams? |  Concussion study Calgary researchers say much more needs to be done to ensure concussions don't sideline professional hockey players or end their careers. |  Therapeutic yoga Branch of yoga focuses on healing both physical, and mental conditions. |  New learning A new study demonstrates how young children learn new words. |  Spread silently Study shows people who test positive for genital herpes don't always show symptoms. |  Parent's health New research finds people who have children gain weight and become less active. |  Retail therapy A new study suggests that retail therapy can be good for you. |  Therapy dogs Therapy dogs have been proven to ease the mind of cancer patients waiting to receive treatment. |  On the map Amazing discoveries and scientific breakthroughs that came out of Vancouver. |  Estrogen study Study finds risks and benefits to hormone replacement therapy. |  Safe procedure A look at yet another less invasive heart procedure that involves the wrist. |  Dukan diet An NBC reporter on the dangers of a new fad diet that is coming to North America. |  Hand washing A new study finds electronic faucets in public washrooms may not be as clean as we think. |  BPA worries New study finds swapping out canned food for fresh vegetables lowers levels of BPA. |  Drastic diet? Controversial new diet helps people lose weight -- and not feel hungry. |  Natural remedies As spring pollen sets allergies ablaze, what are some helpful natural remedies? |  Radiation risk? Are there any detrimental health risks to going through full body scanners at airports? |  Stuttering With practice and treatment, stuttering is a problem that can be overcome. |  Dog bites Doctors examine the effects dog bites can have on children and the importance of educating children on dogs. |  Home remedies Doctors look at the science behind home remedies and sort out the ones that really work. |  Sex dangers A new study says if you aren't physically active, sex might be dangerous for you. |  Gastric lap band A new study suggests patients who receive gastric lap band surgery may face long term problems. |  Harmful run? Can running be an impediment to the body, and what effect does it have in the long run?
|  Risky diets The high-protein and low-carb diets may be good for losing weight, but what effects does it have on your colon. |  Types of asthma A new study shows that asthma affects both men and women, but in different ways. |  Kidney program A number of restaurants are including kidney smart options on their menu as part of a new program. |  Postpartum depression A new study shows men, not just women, are prone to this type of clinical depression. |  Smoking effects U.S. researchers discovered a new blood test that accurately detects early development in emphysema in smokers. |  Benefits of coffee New research says drinking coffee can decrease the risk of stroke in women. |  Brain tumours A new surgery using high-tech equipment allows for the removal of certain brain tumours through the nose. |  Autism Autism disorders range in symptoms and many kids with asperger syndrome can live fulfilling lives. |  Electronics and sleep Using a cell phone, watching television or using other electronic gadgets before going to bed affects your sleep. |  Long life If you want to live a long, healthy life, it is important to eat right. It starts with a plant-based diet. |  Footwear Wearing comfortable footwear to work is really important. If you don't, it may affect you in the future. |  Prostate cancer There may be a new option for treating prostate cancer. A drug appears to slow the growth of tumors. |  Type 2 diabetes A new study looks at a gene mutation linked to type 2 diabetes, which leads to better treatment. |  Mercury levels Products containing mercury can cause serious problems when they end up in the food chain. |  Child fever New guidelines tell parents to not get overly stressed as soon as their child gets a fever. |  Hot flashes A new study suggests that hot flashes may be good for your heart. |  Young man's cancer Here are a few things you can do to protect yourself against testicular cancer. |  Air pollution Researchers have found just how risky air pollution really is. |  Cellphone effects A new study finds the use of cellphones can change how the brain works. |  Prevent aging A study shows exercising regularly can prevent premature aging. |  Knee replacement surgery Being overweight can cause joint problems that can lead to knee replacement surgery. |  Light bulb lupus risks There are concerns that CFL bulbs could put some people at risk. |  New treatment A new type of treatment can help treat spinal cord injuries. |  Doctor choices Whether you are seeing a walk-in doctor or regular doctor, you can optimize your care. |
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Dr. Rhonda Low hosts Your Health weekdays on CTV British Columbia, providing current information on today's health issues.
