Jason Tetro

This Little Known Health Profession Is One Of The Most Valuable

Although most Canadians have gone through a sample collection at least once in their lives, few realize what happens once the samples have been taken.

05/23/2018 10:39 EDT

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The Link Between Food Banks And Health Is Stronger Than We Thought

Food banks do more than provide food to the hungry. They can help to increase the variety of foods people eat and contribute to better health.

05/17/2018 11:37 EDT

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This Could Explain How Harmful Bacteria Keep Sneaking Onto Our Plates

Some bacterial species possess an ingenious survival strategy that allows them to stick around on foods despite our best decontamination efforts.

05/04/2018 13:05 EDT

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A Microbial Breakthrough Could Make This Mess The Future Of Fuel

Thanks to advancements in biofuel, we finally may find a way to keep our hunger for oil-based energy alive while ensuring we keep the environment safe.

04/27/2018 10:08 EDT

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Here's How Researchers Are Using Bacteria To Help Keep Milk Safe

This concept of using bacteria to fight bacteria offers a new direction in helping to preserve milk and other dairy products after pasteurization.

04/16/2018 14:33 EDT

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The Microorganisms That Can Give You A Hoppy Beer Without The Hops

Unfortunately, the reliance on hops in the modern beer industry has led to a sustainability problem.

04/09/2018 09:29 EDT

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We've Lost Another Battle In The War Against Antibiotic Resistance

We are heading towards that post-antibiotic era and there seems to be little that can be done to stop it.

04/02/2018 14:27 EDT

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A Big City Lifestyle Could Pose Risks For Your Skin Health

Living in an urban environment could lead to a "fragile microbiome" that could increase the chances for a number of skin ailments.

03/21/2018 12:33 EDT

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Loading Up On Bread Before A Meal May Be Bad For Your Weight

Instead of having bread before dinner or orange juice before sitting down for breakfast, have some protein and vegetable matter first.

03/14/2018 14:05 EDT

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Honey May Help Us Deal With The Antibiotic Resistance Crisis

This natural sweetener has been used to fight infections for millennia, although in modern times it has been moved to the sidelines.

03/01/2018 09:31 EST

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The Predatory Probiotic That Improves Oral Health

The species has been known for over 80 years, although its influence on our oral health has been explored for only about a decade.

02/22/2018 09:41 EST

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There's A Reason Asthma Feels So Much Worse When You Have A Cold

Infection can lead to a troubling battle that may lead to asthma attacks as well as the need for hospitalization.

02/13/2018 13:06 EST

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The Inflammatory Way Flu Can Lead To A Heart Attack

A major study just revealed that in the first week of infection, some people may experience as much as a 600 per cent increase in the risk for a cardiac arrest.

02/02/2018 10:21 EST

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A Prescription For Climate Change Could Reduce Your Health Problems

A study suggests reducing air pollution could lead to a lower rate of infection and help to save costs out of individual wallets and government coffers.

01/26/2018 14:05 EST

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We're Taking The Wrong Approach To Promote The Flu Vaccine

It seems no matter how we appeal to the population, there's a slim chance an increase in vaccination rates will occur.

01/18/2018 15:14 EST

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One Day We Might Be Able To Use The Flu Virus To Kill Cancer

American researches recently identified a way to amplify the virus' ability to slow tumour progression.

01/08/2018 16:51 EST

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Good Hygiene Can Keep Your Normally Harmless Bacteria From Turning Deadly

In certain circumstances, the bacteria that make a home in and on our bodies can become some of our most feared pathogens.

01/02/2018 11:43 EST

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A Bit More Of This Feeling In Your Life May Help Manage Anxiety

If an emotion can serve the same purpose as some medical treatments, then it may be worth promoting.

12/27/2017 16:05 EST

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Unlocking Our Immune System's 'Memory' Can Lead To Better Vaccines

The results of a new study reveal the fascinating way your body deals with an infection and prepares itself for any future attacks.

12/19/2017 12:45 EST

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The Newest Reason To Avoid Tanning Beds Could Be Viral In Nature

Papillomavirus is normally harmless, but research has shown the infection can lead to skin cancer.

12/14/2017 10:23 EST

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