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Edible vaccines: Scientists studying potential of leafy greens as homegrown 'mRNA factories'

A team of scientists is putting a novel spin on the concept of food as remedy by developing the means for people to grow their own edible mRNA vaccines

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Grow and eat your own vaccines

Pfizer Canada cites ‘urgency’ in seeking authorization for kids’ COVID vaccine

A child receives his vaccine from a pediatrician.

Cuba first country to vaccinate children as young as age two, with local unapproved dose

Cuba's capital Havana. "Extremely worrying is the daily increase in the number of infants that tested positive for COVID-19," the Health Ministry said.

Pfizer and Moderna say COVID-19 vaccine protection wanes after six to eight months

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Pfizer presented data showing how the vaccine’s protection declined six to eight months after the second dose.

Frog foam studied for use in slow drug delivery to help heal human skin

A frog's foam "balloon" encases fertilized eggs, securing the tadpoles' safety for the first week of their lives.

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Fitness: Having a workout buddy might help improve your mood

Signing up for a fitness class could lead to a shift in mood, but engaging with a group can be a hurdle for people suffering from depression.

September 12, 2021 Diet & Fitness
'Not during visiting hours': N.Z.'s Ardern decries sex between hospitalized COVID patient, visitor

Unexpected humour in the face of Delta variant

September 9, 2021 Health
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What is ivermectin — and why are people convinced it's a COVID cure?

Ivermectin got its start as a Nobel-winning treatment for animals, and was later tested in humans with parasitic infections

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September 4, 2021 World
Cross-country tour has cyclists connecting with Canada

From the arid Okanagan valley to the searing heat of the Prairies and now the serene beauty of the Great Lakes, a small group of Calgary cyclists are embracing all of Canada’s landscapes and people.

September 4, 2021 Diet & Fitness
Newborn Screening Awareness

September is Newborn Screening Awareness Month

September 3, 2021 Health

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With the rise of Delta, are vaccines still enough to end the pandemic?

As frustration with the unvaccinated rises, experts admit that uncertainty is part of COVID-19 life

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August 30, 2021 News
Fitness: Why do so many runners get injured?

Researchers who surveyed runners say no one training practice, shoe design or running technique stood out; rather, it’s a combination of factors.

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August 29, 2021 Diet & Fitness
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Nieman: Better screening, testing helps prevent youthful sudden death

One of the saddest events in a parent’s life is to lose a child suddenly and unexpectantly. I am unaware of Canadian numbers but in the U.S. approximately 2,000 patients younger than 25 years, excluding sudden infant deaths, experience sudden cardiac deaths (SCD) annually.

August 28, 2021 Family & Child
Starting September off on the right foot: Tips for successful habit formation

Didn’t give up alcohol or lose 20 pounds during the pandemic? Fret not, friends! The start of the new school year can be harnessed to kick bad habits to the curb and replace them with more positive choices.

August 28, 2021 Diet & Fitness
AHS warns about consuming edibles safely

Alberta Health Services is looking to ensure Albertans are consuming edible cannabis safely.

August 27, 2021 Health

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Fitness: It’s time to consider an active commute

Before starting up your commute where you left off, consider changing out the car or public transportation for a more active alternative.

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August 22, 2021 Diet & Fitness
New studies on vaccine efficacy against Delta; kids' noses have more immunity

Here is a summary of some recent studies on COVID-19.

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August 19, 2021 Health
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Fitness: Does winning gold make someone Canada's fittest athlete?

At its most basic, fitness is the ability to deal with the physical and mental stresses of everyday life — whatever that looks like to you.

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August 15, 2021 Diet & Fitness
Hospital garden project feeds both body and mind

A garden overflowing with crunchy cucumbers, crisp kale, ripe radish, sweet tomatoes and buttery lettuce has taken over the green space between Parking Lot 9 and Unit 48 at Rockyview General Hospital. The garden is a labour of love by the patients and staff of Unit 48 — a 22-bed unit for seniors with psychiatric illness.

August 14, 2021 Health
Inexpensive anti-depressant could be best COVID treatment yet, Canadian-led trial finds

'This is among the most important findings since the COVID pandemic began'

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August 12, 2021 Health