Three men have been taken to hospital after overdosing at the Calgary Remand Centre.
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Dogs overdosing on marijuana, veterinarian warns
With legalized marijuana on the horizon, a Nova Scotia vet says he’s seeing an increase in dogs overdosing on pot, even as interest grows in treating pets with cannabis oil. CBC | Health News
Supplement warning: Overdosing on THIS vitamin could cause deadly brain bleeding
SUPPLEMENTING with vitamin B3 – also known as niacin – could help ward off Alzheimer’s disease and help digestion, but taking too much could harm the liver and cause brain bleeding. Daily Express :: Health Feed
Supplement warning: Overdosing on THIS nutrient can trigger diabetes
SUPPLEMENTS are already confusing enough – from knowing which ones to take, to differentiating between types with similar names. But popping the wrong one can have negative consequences, particularly when it comes to omega-3 and omega-6. Daily Express :: Health Feed
Prison guards in Alberta overdosing on fentanyl during searches ‘a huge problem’
Union says more needs to be done to keep prison staff safe from exposure to powerful opioid. CBC | Health News
Supplement warning: Overdosing on this mineral could lead to prostate cancer
SUPPLEMENTS can give you a nutritious boost if you struggle to absorb all the essential vitamins and minerals you need from food. However, taking too much zinc could cause memory loss and even prostate cancer. Daily Express :: Health Feed
Cancer warning: Overdosing on this supplement could harm your thyroid glands
CANCER of the thyroid glands is rare, and affects three times as many women as men. However, it can be caused be consuming too much of the mineral iodine, usually in the form of supplements. Daily Express :: Health Feed
Supplement warning: Overdosing on this mineral can trigger hair loss
SUPPLEMENT sales are on the rise and range of vitamins and minerals available for us to take in tablet or capsule form is fast expanding. Selenium can help reduce risk of cardiovascular disease and cancer, but it’s possible to take too much of it. Daily Express :: Health Feed
Supplement warning: Overdosing on this vitamin can cause loss of feeling in arms and legs
SUPPLEMENTS can help us stay healthy, and taking vitamin B6 – also known as pyridoxine – may support the body in maintaining nerve function, metabolism, liver function, skin health, eye health and energy levels. But can you take too much? Daily Express :: Health Feed
Supplement warning: Overdosing on this to lower high blood pressure could be deadly
SUPPLEMENTS popularly used include vitamin C, vitamin D3 and omega-3 – and potassium may also be taken to ward off high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, arthritis, cancer, digestive disorders, and infertility. However, too much of the mineral could be deadly. Daily Express :: Health Feed