Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchWhat do we know about autism and what questions should we be asking?
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. recently spoke of an autism "epidemic" when he announced "a massive testing and research effort" to inves…
10 months, 2 weeks ago
Why do we smell (and how concerned should we be about it)?
Whole-body deodorants are the latest fad designed to mask our scent, but not everyone agrees that body odour is a bad thing. Sarah Everts, Carleton U…
10 months, 3 weeks ago
What do I need to know about the federal government's role in health care?
Much of the federal election campaign’s focus has been on the U.S. But health care is always on the minds of Canadians. So what are the federal gover…
11 months ago
What do I need to know about tattoo health risks?
A third of Canadians have at least one tattoo, but it's not without risk. While uncommon, tattoos can cause allergies and infections. Some studies ha…
11 months, 1 week ago
How do I deal with stress in situations I can’t fully control?
Nearly half of Canadians have experienced increased anxiety over the last month, according to a new survey from Mental Health Research Canada. Top re…
11 months, 2 weeks ago
What do I need to know about benzodiazepines?
It’s a stressful world out there. And one way some people quiet it down is taking medications like Lorazepam, Xanax, or Valium. They're called Benzod…
11 months, 2 weeks ago
What do women need to know about hair loss?
Hair loss, also known as alopecia, affects roughly 40 per cent of women by the age of 50, and some research suggests the number increases post-menopa…
11 months, 3 weeks ago
What does the research show about the benefits of creatine supplements?
Creatine is a naturally occurring compound that provides energy to our muscles and brain, but it also comes in supplement form. It's long been used b…
1 year ago
What do I need to know right now about measles?
Measles is on the rise, highlighting how a disease considered eliminated in Canada is making a comeback. Though there have long been sporadic cases, …
1 year ago
How does nicotine affect cognition and what's the risk?
Many smokers turn to nicotine gums, patches or lozenges to try and kick the habit. But now, experts say that some non-smokers are using those product…
1 year ago