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Dr. Heather Jenkins

Dr. Heather Jenkins

MD, CCFP
Family Doctor
Vancouver, BC
Q:

Are there things I can do to ensure sexual health during pregnancy?

A:

In the early part of your pregnancy, your care provider will do a series of tests to ensure that you are sexually healthy.  This involves both testing for infections like chlamydia and gonorrhea, as well as a discussion around herpes and blood testing for things like HIV. This is routine, and everyone is encouraged to do this.

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Sexual Health During Pregnancy

Dr. Richard Bebb

Dr. Richard Bebb

MD, ABIM, FRCPC
Endocrinologist
Victoria, BC
Q:

How many calories does muscle burn?

A:

Muscle in your body burns calories at a faster rate than the other tissues in your body, like fat. One pound of muscle would burn about 50 calories a day without doing anything. Of course, if you are moving and active regularly, your muscles will burn more calories.

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Muscle Mass & Weight Control in Regards to Diabetes and Obesity

Dr. Daniel Ngui

Dr. Daniel Ngui

BSc (P.T), MD, CFPC, FCFP
Family Doctor
Vancouver, BC
Q:

What causes an increased risk of falls?

A:

There are age-related changes in a person's strength and balance that can make them more susceptible to falling. Also, certain medications might interfere with your vision or cause drowsiness that can also lead to falling. You can counteract these changes by consulting with your doctor, and you may benefit from working with a physiotherapist, or exercise professional.

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Falls prevention in Family Medicine