Health & Wellness Blog

Expert insights, health tips, and medical information from our team of healthcare professionals.

Canadian family doctor managing a video consultation and professional side work from a modern, organized workspace

Best Side Hustles for Doctors in BC

Looking for ways to earn extra income as a doctor in BC? Explore clinical and non-clinical side hustles, from telehealth to medical writing and more.

Avee Editorial

September 1, 202612 min

Avee Health team engaging with families at their booth during the BC Dumpling Festival in Town Centre Park, Coquitlam, British Columbia.

CareRipple

Dumplings & Quality Time: A Coquitlam Family Day

Avee Health spent a sunny day at the BC Dumpling Festival in Coquitlam, meeting families, reconnecting with existing patients, and sharing how same-day multilingual telehealth makes care easier for everyone.

Hedi Darestani

August 25, 2026

Avee Health team at their booth during the Penticton Peach Festival in Okanagan Lake Park, engaging with local families about accessible telehealth in British Columbia.

CareRipple

Peaches, Lake Breezes & Unexpected Connections in Penticton

At the Penticton Peach Festival, Avee Health connected with Okanagan families about easy, multilingual telehealth. What we found was warmth, genuine excitement, and a community that welcomed us like we belonged.

Hedi Darestani

August 25, 2026

Medical illustration comparing normal prostate cells with abnormal cell growth within the prostate, showing how prostate cancer can develop

Men's Health

Prostate Cancer: Symptoms, Risk Factors & Early Signs

Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting men. Learn about the symptoms, causes, risk factors, and treatment options

Avee Editorial

August 25, 202613 min

Balanced protein-rich meal with chicken, salmon, eggs, lentils, tofu, Greek yogurt, and nuts beside a notebook labeled Daily Protein Target

Diet & Nutrition

How Much Protein Do You Need Each Day?

How much protein do you really need? Learn how protein requirements vary by weight, age, pregnancy, muscle-building goals, and weight loss.

Avee Editorial

August 24, 2026

Fresh vitamin C-rich foods including oranges, kiwi, red bell pepper, strawberries, and broccoli arranged in a healthy kitchen setting

Diet & Nutrition

How Much Vitamin C Per Day Is Needed?

Learn how much vitamin C you need each day, which factors can affect your needs, and how to get enough from food or supplements.

Avee Editorial

August 21, 202612 min

Split-screen comparison showing a person with heat exhaustion who remains alert and a person with heat stroke showing severe weakness and confusion

Seasonal Health

Heat Exhaustion vs Heat Stroke: Symptoms & When to Get Help

Heat exhaustion and heat stroke can develop during hot weather, but they require different levels of attention. Learn the key differences and symptoms

Avee Editorial

August 20, 202613 min

Woman with a concerned expression checking a menstrual cycle tracking app with an August 2026 calendar on her smartphone

Women's Health

Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS): Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) can cause physical, emotional, and behavioral changes before your period. Learn about PMS causes and ways to manage symptoms.

Avee Editorial

August 19, 2026

Man experiencing symptoms of a yeast infection with a visual representation of localized Candida overgrowth and a healthcare provider offering telehealth support

Men's Health

Yeast Infection in Men: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

A yeast infection in men is a common fungal infection caused by Candida overgrowth. Learn how to recognize the symptoms and prevent future infections.

Avee Editorial

August 18, 202613 min