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National Kidney Month

March is National Kidney Month which spotlights the need for comprehensive treatment for those with chronic kidney disease (CKD). Kidney disease is a life-changing diagnosis. Chronic kidney disease involves a gradual loss of kidney function that can culminate in the need for dialysis or a kidney transplant. It is a

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World Tuberculosis Day: March 24

March 24th is World Tuberculosis (TB) Day. The World Health Organization reports that the global TB burden has grown in recent years, with approximately 10.6 million people contracting TB in 2021, and approximately 1.6 million people dying from it. In Canada, approximately 2,000 people were diagnosed with TB, and Saudi Arabia reported approximately 3,000 cases. 

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Common Symptoms and Treatments for B12 Deficiency

Vitamin B12 is an essential nutrient that your body needs for processes like DNA synthesis, energy production, and central nervous system function. Even though the vitamin is found in many foods, B12 insufficiency and deficiency are relatively common. How prevalent is B12 deficiency? Vitamin B12 deficiency is a relatively prevalent

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