A new study shows Canadians aren't cutting down on salt.

A new study shows that having asthma is a significant risk factor to severe cases in children.

Managing LDL, or bad cholesterol, is a big step in preventing heart disease.

Research shows that on average men die earlier than women, and when they're ill they usually suffer more as well.

A U.S. task force has recommended changes in breast cancer screening for women under 50.

New studies show texting can cause neck and shoulder discomfort in young adults.

A new study suggests women are six times more likely than men to get divorced or separated when dealing with a serious illness.

Seizure-assist dogs have been trained to sense a patient's medical condition and help them when they need it most.

A new study suggests patients taking statins for other health problems may also lower their risk of developing gallstone disease.

Learn the one thing people can do to help boost their immune system to avoid the flu. Plus, the weight loss diet that can help people lose their sense of humor.

Over 12,000 types of condoms were tested to see which ones were the most effective.

New research suggests acetaminophen may increase the risk of asthma.

A new study suggests that drinking soy may have big benefits with sufferers of Type 2 diabetes.

Dr. Rhonda Low sheds some more light on the H1N1 virus.

Dr. Rhonda Low answers your pressing questions about the swine flu pandemic.

Falls are one of the most frequent causes of injury on Halloween.

New research shows fish oil may help reduce inflammation in the body.

A new study is contradicting the beliefs many have had about protein diets and muscle gain.

There are a number of misconceptions about the H1N1 vaccine.

Dr. Rhonda Low on a new sinus surgical procedure done in Vancouver

An American plastic surgeon has developed what he calls pain-free needles.

Treating mild cases of gestational diabetes can cut down on complications.

Calorie intake has more of an impact than the kind of food in our diet.

A chemical immunity booster in the H1N1 vaccine has raised some concerns.

LASIK eye surgery has been in practice for many years, but there remains some controversy regarding its effectiveness over the long run.

New research suggests giving babies acetaminophen after a vaccination could make the shot less effective.

A new liposuction device uses a high-powered stream of water to blast off fat cells.

B.C. is undertaking the largest cancer study ever to be done in the province.

Most women with early-stage breast cancer are getting breast conserving surgery.

A B.C. institute is recruiting people across the country to test a new method of lung cancer detection.

A new surgery is helping people with neck vertebrae problems.

Scientists at the B.C. Cancer Agency have discovered how breast cancer evolves over time.

Research reveals the amount of drugs covered by public health plans.

The H1N1 vaccine hits the front line in the U.S., but not for everyone.

New research shows that stress can make allergies worse.

Early detection is a key to fighting breast cancer. Digital imaging is detecting up to 30 per cent more than traditional mammogramms.

Surgery for people with severe acid reflux has gotten less invasive.

Although many people think of heart disease as a man's problem -- it's actually the number one killer in women over age 65. But a new clinic is trying to change that.