Omega-3 fatty acids have been promoted as cardioprotective nutrients but there is some controversy regarding their role in the prevention of cardiovascular diseases. Additionally, knowledge of their effects on acute coronary syndrome (ACS) is limited.We conducted a systematic review and…

Introduction: Type 2 diabetes is a clinically significant health issue in Indigenous populations in Canada. In the Kanien’kehá:ka (Mohawk) community of Kahnawake, Quebec the prevalence of Type 2 diabetes is twice the Canadian rate. In 2002, 45% of elementary school…

Background: Previous data have demonstrated associations for an increased risk of the small-for-gestational-age (SGA) outcome in offspring of pregnant women with thrombophilia and folate metabolism gene polymorphisms. However, these results have not been consistent.Methods: The objective of this thesis is…

While the advent of assisted reproductive technology (ART) has had a tremendous impact on infertile couples globally, an unintended consequence associated with its use has been a higher risk of complications in pregnancy. Beyond the increased risk due to multiple…

For engaging individuals in reducing personal stroke risk, knowledge about factors that are directly under individual control is relevant. Therefore, the objective was to estimate the risk of first ever stroke for specific combinations of health, lifestyle and psychological related…

Increasing use of cannabis for therapeutic purposes raises safety concerns; however, epidemiological studies have not been conducted to specifically evaluate the safety of herbal cannabis used for medical purposes. Available safety information comes primarily from either observational studies that focus…

Self-reported health (SRH) is an important part of the multidimensional construct health related quality of life (HRQL). SRH in the elderly is particularly important, as their absolute and relative numbers are increasing worldwide. In elderly patients, self-reported health is strongly…

Background: Nongovernmental (or informal) information sources have been credited with raising earlier warnings of disease threats than traditional governmental reporting systems, thus facilitating the rapid recognition and response to potential pandemics and emerging disease outbreaks. Despite an increased global reliance…

Cancer of the uterine cervix remains a significant cause of morbidity and mortality, even though it can be prevented by judiciously designed screening programs. Although many studies have compared Human Papillomavirus (HPV) DNA testing to cervical cytology, most of them…

Background: HIV testing is important for several reasons. It allows the person to be aware of their infection and it provides the opportunity for health professionals to educate individuals on safer sex practices. Furthermore, infected individuals can receive in timely…