Heather M. Jones

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Heather M. Jones is a freelance writer in Toronto. In addition to writing about health and wellness, Heather writes articles on social justice, parenting, body image, and humor. She has been featured in The Washington Post, Parents, The Huffington Post, and others.

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Can dogs sunburn?

Just like humans, your four-legged friend needs protection from UV rays—but not with the same sunscreen

Lipitor facts

13 Lipitor facts

The prescription medication can lower your cholesterol, but also do so much more

Food for diabetes in cats

Diabetes in cats

Just like their human owners, your feline friends can have trouble with blood sugar. These treatments can help.

A dog with a butterfly outline on neck: Hypothyroidism in dogs

Hypothyroidism in dogs

Your four-legged friend can be short on thyroid hormone. Here’s how you can help Fido feel better.

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The best diet for PCOS

Certain eating plans can help balance insulin levels and minimize symptoms such as irregular menstrual cycles

Updated on Aug. 28, 2023

Arthritis in cats

How to treat arthritis in cats

If your feline friend isn’t playing as much as usual, and has these other symptoms, it might be time to check in with your vet

A no smoking sign over a vape pen represents teen vaping

Health Education

How to help teens stop vaping

Use these strategies talk to your child about kicking the habit

An expectant mom and a pill represent Adderall while pregnant

Is Adderall safe during pregnancy?

These are the considerations to discuss with your healthcare provider to make the right decision for you

Pills with a heart line represent drugs that increase heart rate

Is it safe to exercise on an Rx that increases heart rate?

It depends on a number of factors such as age, health, and the Rx

Pregnancy and COVID vaccines

Should I get the COVID vax while pregnant?

Here’s what latest research says about pregnant (and nursing) people getting vaccinated against coronavirus

A girl holding her tummy represents stomach bug in children

Health Education

The parent’s guide to stomach bugs

These icky infections are common—but usually kids recover quickly

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