Laryngitis causes symptoms that range from a hoarse, raspy voice to a complete loss of sound — and it is one of the most common reasons Canadians visit a walk-in clinic or family doctor each year. This inflammation of the larynx, the structure in your throat that holds your vocal cords, can strike anyone at […]

Croup in children is one of the most common respiratory illnesses Canadian parents face, causing a loud, barking cough that can sound deeply alarming — especially in the middle of the night. It occurs when a viral infection triggers swelling in the voice box, windpipe, and upper airways, making it harder for your child to […]

Vocal cord paralysis is a condition that affects your ability to speak, sing, and even breathe properly. It happens when one or both of the flexible muscle bands inside your voice box (larynx) stop moving as they should, because nerve signals that control them become interrupted. In Canada, this condition is diagnosed and managed by […]