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‘The problem with #prostate cancer screening is that it's a bit of a controversial issue because it is unclear how much of a magnitude of a benefit there is and whether the benefits outweighs the risks.’ youtu.be/k7EGovk60pQ?...

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A new study claims that #vitamin D can treat multiple sclerosis multiple sclerosis. But is this trial groundbreaking or an outlier? It's a bit complicated. open.spotify.com/episode/3ML6...

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It's hard to accept that babies born in the year 2000 now have kids of their own. It’s even harder to accept that there never was much evidence for 12 months of dual antiplatelet therapy (DAPT) after coronary stenting. www.medscape.com/viewarticle/...

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Why are syphilis and tuberculosis cases on the rise in Montreal? @drlabos.bsky.social joined Aaron Rand to explain:

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Grey’s Anatomy had a lot of fascinating medical cases… in between all the sex and work drama. After investing 20 years of her life watching the show, guest co-host Robyn Flynn puts some of the weirdest cases she’s ever seen to me on our latest podcast. bodyofevidence.ca/137-what-gre...

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Could hypnosis one day replace anesthesia in Quebec hospitals? @drlabos.bsky.social joined Aaron Rand to break down a recent headline:

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Does acupuncture work? Pedro is back to share why alternative medicine is so alluring and why blinding in clinical trials is so hard to achieve. open.spotify.com/episode/5yF7...

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NEW PODCAST! I'm joined by Dr. Mark Ware to discuss the state of the science for medical cannabis. Why call it cannabis & not marijuana? How good is it at treating chronic pain and which of its health claims are mainly hype? bodyofevidence.ca/134-medical-...

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Measles, Vitamin A & RFK Jr.’s About-Face www.mcgill.ca/oss/article/... by @drlabos.bsky.social "The dangers of misrepresenting the science are not abstract. Real children are getting sick & dying." Vitamin A "doesn’t prevent or limit the spread of measles, and in very high doses it can be toxic."

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What exactly is IVF and how successful is it really? Our editor Robyn Flynn joins the show to discuss her personal journey and all the steps of IVF starting from an infertility diagnosis to giving birth. Also why pineapples? bodyofevidence.ca/133-ivf-infe...

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Menopausal Hormone Therapy - it was a thing, then it stopped being a thing, now it's a thing again. A new video for the On Second Thought video series on @medscape.com www.medscape.com/viewarticle/...

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Thank you to everyone !! It's an incredible honour to be recognized in this way!

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Why is there a resurgence of tuberculosis cases in Montreal? @drlabos.bsky.social joined Aaron Rand to explain:

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Congrats to #McGill Department of Global and Public Health Affiliate member @drlabos.bsky.social for receiving the 2025 President’s Prize for Public Engagement through Media in the Emerging Researcher category! 🎉

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Debunking the idea of a sugar rush. Also the real reason sugar is not good for kids with Joanne Vrakas on @cjad800.bsky.social www.iheart.com/podcast/962-...

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Debunking the idea of a sugar rush. Also the real reason sugar is not good for kids with @joannevrakas on @cjad800.bsky.social www.iheart.com/podcast/962-...

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Animal fat vs. seed oils: a controversy steeped in history and essentially pointless given the current science (maybe vegetable sources are a little better). www.montrealgazette.com/opinion/colu...

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Can #vitamin A fight the #measles? No. Treating vitamin A deficiency helps with severe measles cases, but it won't stop #measlesoutbreaks and won't protect you from getting sick. @cjad800.bsky.social www.iheart.com/podcast/962-...

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The low down on MSG. is it actually dangerous? Why did we talk about it all the time in the 1990's and then stop altogether? www.iheart.com/podcast/962-...

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New findings suggest sharing mealtimes with others is linked to better well-being. @drlabos.bsky.social joined Trudie Mason to explain:

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High food prices from a #tariff war could impact our health and make things even harder for those struggling to make ends meet. www.cbc.ca/player/play/...

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How can U.S. tariffs have an impact on your health? @drlabos.bsky.social joined Sue Smith to explain:

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#Tariffs are not good for the economy. But they are not good for our health either. Making food more expensive will make it harder to eat healthy. @mtlgazette.bsky.social www.montrealgazette.com/opinion/colu...

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Supplements a big part of "manosphere" BS. Sports Supplements Are Not Always What They Appear to Be www.mcgill.ca/oss/article/... by @drlabos.bsky.social Reality: many (most?) supplements lack evidence of efficacy, often contaminated or mislabelled, & can be harmful.

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Why are measles outbreaks on the rise in Canada? @drlabos.bsky.social joined Sue Smith with more:

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Montreal public health authorities are warning of a measles exposure at Montreal's Bell Centre on March 3. What should you do if you have come into contact with someone who has measles? @drlabos.bsky.social joined Aaron Rand with more:

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Many hockey players use smelling salts to boost their energy and improve performance. But data don't support these effects of smelling salts, which also can cause respiratory irritation or worse complications. @drlabos.bsky.social www.medscape.com/viewarticle/...

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Can Ozempic help reduce alcohol and cigarette cravings? @drlabos.bsky.social joined @eliasmakos.bsky.social with a deep dive into the weight loss and diabetes drug:

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With the release of Netflix’s show #AppleCiderVinegar, the question remains. Why are #wellness scams so prevalent? It’s a question of dis-trust. On @cjad800.bsky.social with Joanne Vrakas. www.iheart.com/podcast/962-...

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Happy Valentine's Day. Does monogamy exist in the animal kingdom? Natalia Pasternak joins to debunk the commonly held belief that animals mate for life (Note: nothing in this podcast gives you the justification to cheat on your spouse #dontbeajerk) bodyofevidence.ca/125-the-mono...

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Oysters for Valentine's Day? Probably not an aphrodisiac. Possibly food poisoning. Definitely not a fertility booster. #MedSky #Episky via @mtlgazette.bsky.social www.montrealgazette.com/opinion/colu...

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Why did the FDA ban the use of Red Dye No. 3 and why is it still available in Canada? Does the fact that it causes cancer in rats mean anything for human health and what about this ADHD link? Also, there’s a Winnie the Pooh reference at the end. #MedSky #Episky bodyofevidence.ca/124-red-dye-...

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Big tobacco can keep selling #menthol cigarettes thanks to Trump administration reversing proposed ban. #MedSky #Episky www.montrealgazette.com/opinion/colu...

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Local mayor of Longueil has been raising awareness of #cervical cancer and the #HPV vaccine. I went through the science with Joanne Vrakas on @cjad800.bsky.social www.iheart.com/podcast/962-...

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GLP1-RA like semaglutide seem like wonder drugs. Maybe they are to some degree. But there are side effect trade offs too.

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No #ivermectin doesn't cure cancer. Or Covid. Basically don't listen to celebrities when it comes to health advice. Please post your hate-filled comments below. #MedSky #EpiSky www.montrealgazette.com/opinion/colu...

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Losing your mind trying to understand the BP - Dementia link. Why is the evidence so confusing? Is hypertension a risk factor for dementia or is over treatment making dementia worse? The answer is a little complicated. #MedSky #EpiSky #CardioSky www.medscape.com/viewarticle/...

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I guess holidays are over and it’s time to get back to work. Photo thanks to @madhupai.bsky.social

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