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Reading Time: 3 minutes Everyone has probably experienced a sore throat (i. e. pharyngitis) at one time. After all, sore throats account for about 10 per cent of doctor visits. Sore throats are characterized by redness, swelling and irritation as well as pain which makes swallowing difficult. Often, sore throats are caused by bacterial or viral infections, but they […] Read more

Reading Time: 3 minutes It’s more than just a headache pill. In fact, acetaminophen and compounds containing it are the pain relievers that doctors most commonly prescribe, accounting for three per cent of all prescriptions in North America. It’s also the most common ingredient for aches and pains in non-prescription analgesics. As an analgesic, it is used in cough, […] Read more

Reading Time: 3 minutes In Canada, a child is exposed to a potentially toxic substance every 15 seconds, including potential allergens, metals such as lead, and air pollutants. Accidental poisoning with medications is a major concern, especially for children five and under who tend to put most things they can grab into their mouths and who do not understand […] Read more