Artificial intelligence has become everywhere in our daily lives, and experts suggest that we have only begun to explore its full potential. One AI application that has garnered a lot of attention is ChatGPT. The question on everyone's mind is whether ChatGPT can substitute for a doctor. Let's get into it.

Do you have a warm-up routine before you exercise? Warm-ups (and stretching) are something we've always been taught to do - supposedly to improve athletic performance and to prevent injuries. But is this accurate? Let's talk about what science tells us about the pros and cons of warming up before exercise…and how to do it!

I always tell my patients that it’s never too late to quit smoking. No matter how long you’ve smoked for, know this – the minute you quit, you will start accumulating gains. So what happens to your body when you quit smoking? Let’s get into it!

Dr. Samir Gupta, Respirologist and Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of Toronto speaks with CBC News Network about B.C.'s toxic drug deaths, a whooping cough outbreak in Alberta and more.

Dr. Samir Gupta, Respirologist and Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of Toronto speaks with CBC News Network about a new study on how traffic pollution affects your brain

Many people are asking about intermittent fasting – does it work? Or is it just another fad diet? Actually, science tells us that the benefits may extend beyond just weight loss. More than just a diet, in many ways this is a lifestyle choice. Want to learn more? Let's get into the science behind intermittent fasting!

Did you know that…at any one time, about half the world’s population is trying to lose weight. Yet, 95% of people who diet fail to lose that weight and keep it off!

We’ve seen tons of poisonings on TV and in the movies as it’s a pretty suspenseful and dramatic way of getting rid of a character! But the question is…are these poisonings anywhere close to reality? Or are they just…Hollywood magic?! Let’s get into it…from a real doctor's perspective.

During COVID-19, people's impression of what was happening in hospitals was shaped by what they saw on television. But did TV get COVID right?! Let's go through some of the top medical TV shows…from a real doctor's perspective.

Dr. Samir Gupta reminds the public to be aware of COVID symptoms and how to properly test as we enter flu season following Thanksgiving gatherings.

Many people believe that protein supplements improve weightlifting and athletic performance and promote muscle growth. But what does science tell us?

Many people believe that protein supplements improve weightlifting and athletic performance and promote muscle growth. But what does science tell us?

Are you using a fitness tracker? More and more people are tracking their activities with a smart watch, fitness band, or even a smart ring.

We are in a monkeypox outbreak. There is local transmission happening all around the world. In fact, The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared monkeypox a public health emergency of international concern. And the number one question I’m getting is” Where does Monkeypox come from?”

Does COVID-19 spread through 5G? (Yes, I’m talking about cell phones!). You might have heard this one - and although it sounds bizarre - there are MANY people out there who think that the virus spreads through 5G (the technology that carries our mobile data).

Yes, e-cigarettes may play a role in helping smokers to quit, but they also contain harmful substances. In fact, the long-term effects of vaping remain unknown.

Dr. Samir Gupta, Respirologist and Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of Toronto, on new research out of Western University revealing the causes behind long-COVID, viral-reservoirs, and the tricky business of matching boosters to current sub-variants in Canada.

When early lab studies showed that ivermectin inhibited the virus from replicating in a test tube, this naturally created a lot of buzz. However, doses used in lab studies were 50 to 100 times higher than what’s used in actual people!

Here’s a question I often hear from my patients who smoke — can vaping help you quit smoking?

Dr. Samir Gupta, Respirologist and Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of Toronto, on health officials declaring Montreal the epicentre of monkeypox in North America,.