I want to try sports betting apps. How can I stay out of trouble?
Sports betting ads promise big payouts and quick cash. But new research shows gambling-related ER visits nearly doubled in Ontario after onl...
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The Dose is a weekly look at the health news that matters to you. Dr. Brian Goldman brings you the best science from top experts in plain language. He cuts through the BS and confusion to gi...
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20 of 294 episodesWould you take a drug that could prevent Alzheimer's?
More than 750,000 Canadians live with dementia, including Alzheimer’s. Many more, like host Dr. Brian Goldman, worry they could develop it....
Psychiatric labels — why some people want one!
Social media is filled with people discussing their mental health symptoms, often encouraging others to consider getting a diagnostic label...
The Dose Summer Special 2026: Beyond the Hype
The Dose is currently on a summer break, but we wanted to feature some of our favourite shows while we’re away. This week, we've put togethe...
The Dose Summer Special 2026: Figuring Out Food
This week, we’re revisiting two episodes that tackle big questions about weight management and nutrition: How healthy is eating one meal a d...
How might a social media ban affect my child's mental health?
Canada's Bill C-34 aims to restrict social media access for people under the age of 16. Supporters say it could help reduce rising rates of...
How can I stay healthy during the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
Hundreds of thousands of visitors are expected in Toronto and Vancouver for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but what does that mean for public heal...
What do I need to know about the Ebola virus?
An Ebola outbreak coursing through the Democratic Republic of Congo has experts worried it might rival the worst outbreak in history. Dr. Jo...
What are the latest tick-borne diseases in Canada?
As ticks and tick-borne diseases rise across Canada due to warmer weather, experts are warning about two invasive species: the lone star and...
Should I be worried about my red eyes?
From seasonal allergies to infections, red eyes can have many causes. University of Calgary ophthalmologist Dr. Helen Chung talks about what...
Why do I need to know about Legionnaires' disease?
Toronto and Hamilton are experiencing outbreaks of Legionnaires' disease, a serious type of pneumonia caused by Legionella bacteria. Infecti...
What do I need to know about hantavirus?
Three people have died after a hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship, and several others are seriously ill. While hantaviruses are typically...
What should I know about ibogaine?
Psychedelics are a hot topic, and a drug called ibogaine is receiving attention after a recent shoutout from U.S. President Donald Trump. Un...
What can erectile dysfunction say about men’s health?
Erectile dysfunction is commonly thought of as a sexual health issue, but experts say the condition can reveal a lot about men's health. Dr....
What can a full-body MRI actually tell me about my health?
Some private clinics in Canada are offering whole-body MRIs that can run thousands of dollars. They claim these scans can detect a range of...
Why are young women more likely to tear their ACL and what can they do about it?
Young female athletes are considerably more likely to tear their anterior cruciate ligaments, or ACLs, than young men. Dr. Marie-Lyne Nault...
What do I need to know about meningococcal disease?
Meningococcal disease is a rare but potentially lethal bacterial infection. Two young people died in a recent outbreak in the U.K. Infectiou...
What do we know so far about psilocybin as a medical treatment?
Psilocybin, the active compound in magic mushrooms, shows promise for treating depression and other mental health conditions. Dr. Joshua Ros...
What's the real evidence on injectable peptides?
Wellness influencers on social media are touting injectable peptides as a new wonder drug, claiming compounds like BPC-157 can improve muscl...
How should I tailor my diet while taking GLP-1 drugs?
A recent survey found roughly three million Canadians are taking GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Mounjaro. The drugs can reduce appetite...