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Do you have a surgery coming up? Here are five “prehab” tips to help you recover faster
You’ve probably heard about rehabilitation, but what about “prehabilitation”? Prehab is all about getting your body and mind in top shape before surgery so you can enjoy a smoother, quicker recovery. Discover five essential prehab strategies from researcher Dr. Daniel McIsaac.

Watch: What you need to know about coronary artery disease
Coronary artery disease is the most common form of heart disease and one of the leading causes of death worldwide. In this video, Cardiologist Dr. Nadine Gauthier shares risk factors, symptoms, treatment options and how to adopt a heart-healthy lifestyle.

A new guide to navigating your mental health
The Ottawa Hospital has partnered with YouTube to create an important series of videos where health-care professionals offer expert guidance to help you or a loved one navigate mental health challenges.

Watch: Understanding dementia
With a growing seniors population, the number of people living with dementia continues to rise. Learn more about dementia’s causes, symptoms and treatments in this video with Dr. Lara Khoury, Geriatrician, and Jennifer Koop, Advanced Practice Nurse in dementia care.

Watch: Everything you need to know about the common cold
Though researchers have yet to find a cure for the common cold, the advice in this video is not to be sniffed at. Infectious diseases expert Dr. Michaeline McGuinty shares treatments, prevention tips and more guidance to help you through cold season.

Caring for your newborn and yourself: A post-birth guide for parents
Have you just given birth? Are you expecting soon? In this series of videos, Registered Nurse Samantha Adams shares essential advice for those early days at home.
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