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Sask. officials declare self-proclaimed Queen of Canada’s compound a health threat
RICHMOUND – Provincial officials in Saskatchewan say parts of a former school that was serving […]
Why doctors are calling for restrictions on ‘very dangerous’ sports betting ads – National
Doctors are calling for restrictions on sports betting ads, saying they are setting youth up […]
Political world pays tribute to Ken Dryden
The death of Montreal Canadiens legend Ken Dryden resonated in political circles on Saturday where […]
2 Toronto hospital patients get Elon Musk’s Neuralink implants in Canadian 1st
Two Toronto hospital patients are now the first Canadians to have Elon Musk’s Neuralink brain […]
Florida to eliminate all childhood vaccine mandates in the state – National
Florida will work to phase out all childhood vaccine mandates in the state, building on […]
Wildfires in N.W.T. rage as smoke prompts air quality warnings in Prairies
Wildfires continue to rage across the Northwest Territories, sending hundreds from their homes due to […]
Canada’s youth a ‘generation at risk’ amid bullying, poverty: report
As Canada’s children head back to school, a new report says the country’s youth are […]
Alberta polio survivors fear ‘horrifying’ virus could return
Polio, a highly contagious viral infection that can cause paralysis and death, has been eradicated in […]
Sudden medical emergency costs Alberta family nearly $100K while on vacation
An Okotoks woman is calling her recent vacation a “$100,000 trip” after she suffered a […]
Grieving Edmonton families launch overdose awareness campaign
A group of bereaved families who have lost their loved ones to overdose have launched […]
Number of sick days taken by public servants growing post-COVID – National
Federal public servants were less likely to call in sick to work during the height […]
Money begins rolling out to provinces in ‘historic’ tobacco settlement – National
Money from a historic tobacco settlement is set to flow to provinces and territories starting […]
U.S. billionaire is helping fund fight against B.C. ostrich cull
A New York billionaire who is an avid supporter of U.S. President Donald Trump says […]
Health Canada recalls furniture sold at The Brick for excessive lead – National
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Stay away from vaping to quit smoking, Canadian researchers recommend – National
New guidance in Canada is recommending that vaping be the last resort for Canadians trying to […]
Moderna’s latest COVID-19 vaccine is both approved and ‘made in Canada’ – National
Descrease article font size Increase article font size Health Canada has approved Moderna’s newly updated […]
Opioid deaths down 17% nationally, but up in some provinces, data shows – National
By Staff The Canadian Press Posted August 22, 2025 12:40 pm Updated August 22, 2025 […]
California resident tests positive for plague after camping near Lake Tahoe – National
A person has tested positive for plague after possibly being bitten by an infected flea […]
B.C. ostrich cull over avian flu exposure can proceed, federal appeal court rules
A cull of some 400 B.C. ostriches that were exposed to avian flu can proceed, […]
Canadians won’t see price of weight-loss drug Mounjaro rise despite U.K. hike – National
Descrease article font size Increase article font size People using the popular weight-loss drug Mounjaro […]
Worried about radioactive shrimp? CFIA says no sign they were sold here – National
Descrease article font size Increase article font size Seafood lovers in the U.S. are being […]
Ozempic approved in Canada to reduce kidney decline in people with diabetes – National
Health Canada has approved Ozempic to reduce the risk of further kidney decline among patients […]
Pfizer says Canada just approved its new COVID-19 vaccine for this fall – National
Descrease article font size Increase article font size Pfizer’s latest vaccine against the current variant […]
Should provinces’ measles vaccine schedules be harmonized? Experts weigh in – National
Moving from Ontario to New Brunswick didn’t just mean Jade Medeiros had to navigate a […]
Significant rainfall slows spread of some wildfires on Vancouver Island
By The Staff The Canadian Press Posted August 16, 2025 2:21 pm Updated August 16, […]
Canada has most measles cases in North America: health group
Descrease article font size Increase article font size The Pan American Health Organization says Canada […]
Canada’s vaccine injury program declared her dead. But she’s not
The company that runs Canada’s Vaccine Injury Support Program (VISP) wrongly declared a B.C. woman […]
Canada expands recall for pistachio products due to possible salmonella – National
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No more reading glasses? New FDA-approved eye drops can fix your near vision – National
A new prescription eye drop that could potentially allow many people to put down their […]
These heated socks are being recalled due to potential burns, blisters – National
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Pistachios in your pantry? What health experts say you should do amid a salmonella recall
Pistachios have been the subject of a series of recalls linked to a salmonella outbreak, […]
How Trump’s judicial picks could reshape abortion rights for decades – National
A review by The Associated Press shows that several of President Donald Trump’s nominees to […]
Addressing fear, hesitancy in the Mennonite community amid Alberta’s measles outbreak
Quelling the spread of measles involves immunization campaigns and public health protocols, but Tina Meggison […]
RFK Jr. cancels $500 million in funding for vaccine development – National
The Department of Health and Human Services will cancel contracts and pull funding for some […]
This viral chocolate is part of a salmonella risk recall as 9 hospitalized
Nine people are in hospital with salmonella infections after consuming certain brands of pistachios or […]
Polio was nearly eradicated. Here’s why it’s making a comeback – National
For the past decade, Sughra Ayaz has traveled door to door in southeastern Pakistan, pleading […]
Dubai brand chocolate recalled in Canada over salmonella risk
Descrease article font size Increase article font size A Dubai brand chocolate product is being […]
Florida reports 21 E. Coli cases linked to raw milk consumption – National
Descrease article font size Increase article font size The Florida Department of Health said on […]
What to know about Lyme disease amid ‘steady increase’ in Canada, U.S. – National
Cases of Lyme disease have been building steadily in Canada and the U.S. over the […]
Bieber excited to join Jays, return to mound
TORONTO – Shane Bieber hopes to be a popular pitcher for the Toronto Blue Jays […]
West Nile virus confirmed in Toronto, Canada’s 1st human case this year
By Nicole Ireland The Canadian Press Posted July 31, 2025 6:20 pm 1 min read […]
Regular walking can reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s for many, study shows
The first steps towards reducing the risk of cognitive decline associated with aging could be […]
Ontario health agency informed of cyberattack more than 2 months before telling patients
The provincial agency overseeing Ontario’s home care system was informed about a massive data breach […]
Judge blocks Trump admin’s efforts to defund Planned Parenthood – National
A federal judge on Monday ruled Planned Parenthood clinics nationwide must continue to be reimbursed […]
Ontario family sues hospital and staff over son’s death
Finlay van der Werken’s life is now a collection of memories closely guarded by his […]
Why just 7K steps a day can boost your health: ‘Some is better than none’ – National
Did you get your steps in today? Well, a new study shows your goal may […]
Canada is facing a nationwide shortage of these prescription painkillers – National
A national shortage of common prescription pain medications in Canada could last into early August. […]
West Nile virus is back. Where it’s been found, and what you should know
West Nile virus has returned to Canada for another season, with detections in mosquitoes in […]
‘I am on it’: Health minister accelerates audit of vaccine injury program – National
The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) is expediting its audit of the company that […]
Canadian family says son with autism kicked out of ER for being loud, disruptive
The parents of a New Brunswick boy say they’re angry after they were asked to […]
Health Minister: Ottawa will try to improve Vaccine Injury Support Program – National
The federal government will “try” to improve how the Vaccine Injury Support Program delivers services […]
Canada must renew support to fight AIDS, TB abroad, advocates urge – National
AIDS activists are urging the federal government to quickly renew Canada’s support for fighting infectious […]
Over 14M children estimated not to have received single vaccine in 2024: UN – National
More than 14 million children did not receive a single vaccine last year — about […]
Trump diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency, White House says – National
By Steve Holland and Christian Martinez Reuters Posted July 17, 2025 2:30 pm Updated July […]
Tory MPs, health group call for investigation and overhaul of vaccine support program
Four Conservative MPs are calling for a Commons committee investigation into the Vaccine Injury Support […]
8 babies born using 3-parent IVF method to prevent fatal genetic disease – National
Eight babies in the United Kingdom have been born using DNA from a third person […]
FIFA may need to rethink World Cup calendar due to climate change: experts – National
Soccer had a fierce reckoning with heat at the recently concluded FIFA Club World Cup […]
Canadians with Down syndrome live until 60 on average, study finds – National
Janet Charchuk knows that having Down syndrome puts her at higher risk of getting Alzheimer’s […]
RFK Jr.’s embrace of psychedelic therapy sparks mixed feelings from field experts – National
For decades, proponents of psychedelic drugs have come to Washington with a provocative message: Illegal, […]
Another salami brand added to recall linked to salmonella infections
By Staff The Canadian Press Posted July 15, 2025 2:49 pm Updated July 15, 2025 […]
Canadians face air quality, heat warnings as some stuck indoors from both
By Staff The Canadian Press Posted July 15, 2025 7:37 am 1 min read Descrease […]
Alberta surpasses all of the United States in confirmed measles cases
Alberta has surpassed the United States in confirmed measles cases, after 30 new cases were […]
Canada’s obesity rates rose faster during pandemic than prior 11 years – National
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Salami salmonella outbreak: 2 more hospitalized, dozen new illnesses reported
Health officials said a salmonella outbreak linked to pork deli meats sold at grocery stores […]
HIV programs’ U.S. funding must be replaced to avoid millions of deaths: UN – National
Years of American-led investment into AIDS programs has reduced the number of people killed by […]
Child care costs more of a concern in the U.S. than birth rates, poll shows – National
While the Trump administration explores ways to encourage Americans to have more babies and reverse […]
As heat waves become more common, air conditioning use is rising: StatCan – National
As heat waves become more common in certain parts of the country, Canadians are relying […]
Public Health Agency of Canada reviewing ‘the VISP experience,’ including users’ concerns – National
After a five-month investigation, Global News requested an interview with the Public Health Agency of […]
‘Breach of trust’: Critics slam Ottawa’s vaccine injury program ‘failure’ – National
A federal government program designed during the pandemic to compensate people who have been seriously […]
Oxaro statement: Consulting firm ‘continues to adapt’ approach to VISP – National
Oxaro Inc., the Ottawa-based consulting company the federal government hired in 2021 to administer its […]
Vaccine injury programs elsewhere also face challenges, criticism – National
Canada’s Vaccine Injury Support Program is not the only one of its kind facing major […]
Is VISP an independent administrator? Here’s what some documents say – National
Descrease article font size Increase article font size The Public Health Agency of Canada publicly […]
Research on gene therapy for rare inherited disease reduces costly, regular treatment
A researcher says an experimental gene therapy for a rare inherited disorder is saving almost […]
Federal auditors target vaccine injury program amid surprise Oxaro office visit – National
The federal government has launched a compliance audit to determine if an Ottawa consulting company […]
‘Nothing was ready’: Inside Canada’s Vaccine Injury Support Program – National
A $50-million program the federal government created to help Canadians seriously injured by COVID-19 vaccines […]
Canada set up a $50M vaccine injury program. Those harmed say it’s failing them – National
Kimberly MacDougall lay in a hospital bed beside her injured husband, Stephen, as his final […]
Canada set up a $50M vaccine injury program. Those harmed say it’s failing them – National
Kimberly MacDougall lay in a hospital bed beside her injured husband, Stephen, as his final […]
Climate change driving rise in tick-borne illnesses such as Lyme disease
A warming climate is driving a rise in Lyme disease and the introduction of lesser-known […]
WHO still seeking COVID-19 origin, says all scenarios ‘remain on the table’ – National
The World Health Organization says its probe into the origins of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, which […]
72 sick after eating salami linked to salmonella outbreak: PHAC
By Hannah Alberga The Canadian Press Posted June 25, 2025 10:39 am Updated June 25, […]
Health Canada issues Interpol operation alert over fake drugs sold online – National
Health Canada has issued a public advisory warning Canadians about buying health products online after […]
U.S. pulls support from global vaccines group. What to know – National
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said the country is pulling its support from […]
Opioid deaths in Canada fell 17% but 20 people still died per day in 2024 – National
An average of 20 Canadians died from an opioid overdose every day last year, federal […]
‘Monumental’ HIV shot could be coming to Canada. What we know
A twice-a-year shot to prevent HIV being dubbed a “wonder drug” by some could be […]
Extreme heat can turn dangerous fast. Who is most vulnerable?
Doctors and health-care experts are warning Canadians to not only look after themselves but also […]
New Purdue opioid crisis settlement builds ‘momentum’ for Canada: B.C. AG
Recent settlements in U.S. government lawsuits against opioid manufacturer Purdue Pharma and the firm that […]
U.S. expected to change daily alcohol intake guidelines: sources – National
U.S. Dietary Guidelines are expected to eliminate the long-standing recommendation that adults limit alcohol consumption […]
The U.S. OKs twice-a-year HIV prevention shot. Could it end transmission? – National
The U.S. has approved the world’s only twice-a-year shot to prevent HIV, the first step […]
‘Razor blade’ sore throats? What to know about latest COVID variant – National
By Devi Shastri The Associated Press Posted June 18, 2025 2:19 pm 2 min read […]
Canada, U.K. to reveal findings of 23andMe data breach probe – National
Descrease article font size Increase article font size Privacy officials for Canada and the United […]
Purdue Pharma, Sackler family to settle U.S. opioid lawsuits for US$7.4B – National
Descrease article font size Increase article font size Purdue Pharma has won support from the […]
Higher doses of Zepbound to be offered on Eli Lilly website – National
U.S. drugmaker Eli Lilly said on Monday it will offer the higher-dose versions of its […]
Nerve surgery a growing possibility for spinal cord patients – National
With hockey shirts decorating the wall, a favourite video game on TV, and a cellphone […]
Canada’s top doctor Theresa Tam to leave role June 20 – National
Descrease article font size Increase article font size Dr. Theresa Tam’s time as Canada’s top […]
Measles circulating in northeastern B.C. community, health officials warn
By Staff The Canadian Press Posted June 14, 2025 5:58 pm 1 min read Descrease […]
Cancer group warns Carney bill could weaken health standards. Why? – National
By Kyle Duggan The Canadian Press Posted June 13, 2025 3:53 pm 1 min read […]
Alberta to begin charging residents a fee to get the COVID-19 vaccine
Albertans who want to continue to protect themselves from the COVID-19 virus will have to […]
As wildfires rage, an updated outlook shows the worst may be yet to come
Descrease article font size Increase article font size There are approximately 225 active wildfires burning […]
RFK Jr. taps new vaccine advisers days after firing previous panel – National
On Wednesday, the head of the U.S. health department, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., appointed eight […]
N.S. woman wrongly diagnosed with terminal cancer: ‘Absolutely devastating’
A week ago, 31-year-old Gabriella Patey was told she had advanced-stage breast cancer and was […]
This salami is being recalled in 3 provinces due to possible salmonella
Descrease article font size Increase article font size Some salami products under the Rea and […]
Canadian scientists raise concerns over RFK Jr. firing U.S. vaccine panel – National
Canadian doctors and scientists say Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s firing of an immunization advisory committee […]
Wildfire smoke continues to trigger poor air quality alerts across Alberta
As wildfires continue to burn across the Prairies, air quality continues to be an issue […]
RFK Jr. removes all 17 members of U.S. vaccine advisory panel – National
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Monday removed every member of a scientific […]
U.S. hospitals no longer required to perform emergency abortions – National
The Trump administration announced on Tuesday that it would revoke guidance to the nation’s hospitals […]
Health Canada warns consumers not to inhale ‘laughing gas’ recreationally – National
Health Canada has issued a statement urging consumers not to inhale nitrous oxide products for […]
Some Seasonale birth control pills recalled due to extra placebos – National
Descrease article font size Increase article font size Two lots of Seasonale birth control medication […]
Thousands of window AC units recalled for mould risk, Health Canada says – National
Descrease article font size Increase article font size Tens of thousands of window-mounted air conditioner […]
Ozempic, Wegovy linked to rare cases of eye disorder, EMA says – National
Descrease article font size Increase article font size The European Medicines Agency’s safety committee has […]
Ontario baby dies after being born prematurely with measles, other complications
A premature infant who contracted measles before birth has died in southwestern Ontario, the province’s […]
Health minister won’t intervene on forcing addictions treatment – National
Federal Health Minister Marjorie Michel says there’s no evidence that forcing people into addictions treatment […]
Do you know about the health damage long-term wildfire smoke exposure can cause?
Smoky days from wildfires in the spring and summer are sadly becoming the norm in […]
Trump admin revokes guidance for hospitals to provide emergency abortions – National
The Trump administration announced on Tuesday that it would revoke guidance to the nation’s hospitals […]
Infant formula is under health review in the U.S. What parents should know – National
As American health officials vow to overhaul the U.S. food supply, they’re taking a new […]
Measles vaccination a ‘ticket’ for kids to stay in summer camps: officials – National
As families look toward the end of school and the start of summer camps, public […]
B.C. launches review of home-sharing program after inquest into woman’s starvation death
By Ashley Joannou The Canadian Press Posted June 2, 2025 7:43 pm 1 min read […]
Canadian-made test could help diagnose sepsis, researchers say – National
A team of Canadian researchers has created a test they say could quickly predict if […]
B.C. ostrich farm failed to contain bio risk from avian flu, agency says
The ostrich farm in British Columbia, which has become a flashpoint of an avian flu […]
Ban flavoured vapes now, anti-smoking groups urge Carney’s government – National
Several tobacco control organizations are renewing their calls on the federal government to put a […]
Fake diabetes medication and equipment on the rise in Canada, experts warn – National
From oral drops falsely marketed as GLP-1 alternatives to unauthorized smartwatches claiming to monitor blood […]
Company fined $10K in E. coli outbreak at Calgary daycares
By Staff The Canadian Press Posted May 27, 2025 12:47 pm Updated May 27, 2025 […]
Measles surge boosts support for mandatory school vaccines: poll – National
With measles making an alarming comeback across the country, more Canadians believe vaccines should be […]
New COVID-19 variant sees rise in cases in some countries. Here’s where – National
By Staff The Associated Press Posted May 28, 2025 3:09 pm 1 min read Descrease […]
COVID shot is safe during pregnancy, Canadian doctors say after U.S. move – National
Canada’s gynecologists say COVID-19 vaccination “remains safe and strongly recommended” during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. […]
Measles has exploded in Texas, but state could let more kids skip vaccines – National
Texas this year has been the center of the nation’s largest measles outbreak in more […]
B.C. ostrich farm declines help from Dr. Oz to save birds from planned cull
The operators of an ostrich farm in southeastern British Columbia say United States health official […]
‘Lazy, like really?’ Family doctors in Quebec say new bill questions their work ethic
Descrease article font size Increase article font size Opposition continues to grow against Quebec’s new […]
RFK Jr. asks Canadian regulator to reconsider ostrich cull at B.C. farm
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has written a letter to the president of the Canadian Food […]
Drugs like Ozempic may lower cancer risk if you have diabetes: study – National
Excess body weight can raise the risk of certain cancers, leading researchers to wonder whether […]
Measles likely to ‘grumble’ into summer as cases continue to surge – National
The number of confirmed cases of measles in Canada this year has surpassed 2,000 and […]
Moderna pulls application for U.S. approval of COVID-flu shot – National
Descrease article font size Increase article font size Moderna said on Wednesday it has withdrawn […]
The secret to faster hip and knee surgeries? Fixing referrals, study says – National
About one in three Canadians needing a new hip or knee are waiting longer than […]
U.S. to limit annual COVID vaccines to at-risk groups, older people – National
Annual COVID-19 shots for healthy younger adults and children in the U.S. will no longer […]
Joe Biden has aggressive prostate cancer. A look at symptoms and treatment – National
Former United States president Joe Biden, 82, has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate […]
Canadian youth ‘doing worse,’ struggle with friendship and bullying: report – National
A global study from UNICEF suggests many Canadian kids are unhappy, with social struggles such […]
Pregnant, brain-dead Georgia woman kept alive due to state abortion ban – National
A medically brain-dead pregnant woman in the U.S. state of Georgia is being kept alive […]
Trump wants to ‘equalize’ and lower drug prices. Could Canada be impacted? – National
U.S. President Donald Trump has launched a new effort to lower prescription drug prices for […]
Tick season is back. How to stay safe around these risky bloodsuckers – National
As Canadians flock outdoors for hiking, gardening and sunshine this spring, an unwelcome guest is […]
Is arsenic in rice something to worry about? What to know – National
Whether you’re enjoying sushi, feeding your baby rice cereal or indulging in a rice pudding, […]
Bird flu in pet cats is on the rise. What owners need to know – National
As a deadly bird flu outbreak sweeps through wild and domestic bird populations globally, researchers […]
Partner of Quebec man who received MAID after bedsores says hospital ignored her
By Staff The Canadian Press Posted May 15, 2025 2:14 pm 1 min read Descrease […]
Supporters urged to ‘surround’ B.C. farm where 400 ostriches ordrered culled
The family operating the British Columbia ostrich farm where 400 birds have been ordered culled […]
U.S. overdose deaths fell 27% in 2024, a new 1-year record – National
There were 30,000 fewer U.S. drug overdose deaths in 2024 than the year before — […]
Parkinson’s risk higher for those living close to a golf course: study – National
Living near a golf course might come with an unexpected health concern: a higher risk […]
Older adults in U.S. urged to skip this travel vaccine. What about Canada? – National
The United States is advising travellers aged 60 and up to hold off on getting […]
Zepbound beats Wegovy rival in 1st head-to-head weight loss study – National
People taking Eli Lilly’s obesity drug, Zepbound, lost nearly 50 per cent more weight than […]
Montreal public health reports sharp increase in tuberculosis, syphilis cases
By Staff The Canadian Press Posted May 12, 2025 3:07 pm 1 min read Descrease […]
Recall issued over ineffective radon detectors sold online: Health Canada – National
Descrease article font size Increase article font size Some radon gas detectors sold on Amazon […]
Measles cases show signs of exponential growth in western Canada, say health experts
The number of confirmed cases of measles in Alberta is soaring, from 193 confirmed cases […]
Canadian Blood Services plans to recruit 1 million donors over next 5 years – National
Marc Parravano has donated blood 146 times. He remembers regularly going to the blood collection […]
If measles keeps spreading, Canada may lose 30-year elimination status: PHAC – National
Canada has held measles elimination status for nearly 30 years — but that could be […]
WeightWatchers files for bankruptcy protection as weight-loss drugs dominate – National
Popular weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are helping millions worldwide shed unwanted pounds, but […]
Wife of Quebec man who chose assisted death describes ER stay as coroner’s inquest opens
Warning: This story contains sensitive subject matter. Discretion is advised. The wife of a man […]
Ozempic microdosing: Weight-loss hack or just a placebo? – National
As weight-loss injectables like Ozempic skyrocket in popularity, a new offshoot trend is starting to […]
Wildfire smoke linked to rise in ER visits for asthma: study
By Nicole Ireland The Canadian Press Posted May 5, 2025 7:25 am Updated May 5, […]
He let snakes bite him hundreds of times. Now his blood might save lives – National
Tim Friede has been bitten by snakes hundreds of times — often on purpose. Now […]
This Ninja pressure cooker lid could burn you, Health Canada warns in recall – National
Descrease article font size Increase article font size Health Canada says a burn risk has […]
Quebec drug maker recalls pain medicine amid potentially fatal health risks – National
JAMP Pharma Corp., a Quebec pharmaceutical maker, is recalling one lot of JAMP-Pregabalin pain medicine […]
Seasonique birth control recalled in Canada over missing pills – National
Descrease article font size Increase article font size Health Canada is warning the public after […]
U.S. says more children died this flu season than in the past 15 years – National
More U.S. children have died this flu season than at any time since the swine […]
RFK Jr. wants placebo testing for ‘new’ vaccines, some experts say it’s unethical – National
The U.S. health department, under the guidance of Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., says […]
Why are young adults getting colorectal cancer? E. coli may be a clue – National
Exposure to a bacterial toxin in childhood may be playing a key role in the […]
Thousands of kids’ jewelry items recalled over lead in Canada – National
Descrease article font size Increase article font size Health Canada is issuing a recall for […]
Surgeries cancelled at one of Quebec’s largest hospitals after violent storm
One of Quebec’s largest hospitals cancelled surgeries on Wednesday after it lost power the night […]
A look at notable ‘not criminally responsible’ cases in Canada
A judge has ruled that Pierre Ny St-Amand, 53, was not criminally responsible for the […]
RFK Jr. seeks to phase out artificial dyes from U.S. food supply – National
United States health officials say they will urge foodmakers to phase out petroleum-based artificial colors in the […]
Canadians’ health data at risk of Trump’s AI ambitions, experts warn – National
Medical researchers and lawyers say our rocky relationship with the United States creates an urgent […]
Trump says baby bonuses are a ‘good idea.’ Can cash boost birth rates? – National
The Trump administration is reportedly exploring ways to reverse America’s declining birthrate by offering incentives […]
Guilty pleas to bylaw charges in connection with E. coli outbreak at Calgary daycares
By Bill Graveland The Canadian Press Posted April 24, 2025 1:06 pm Updated April 24, […]
Legault government wants to link doctors’ pay to their performance
By Staff The Canadian Press Posted April 24, 2025 1:24 pm 1 min read Descrease […]
Alberta woman shares expensive, ‘devastating’ fertility journey in hopes of helping others
It was a role Breanne Irving always knew she wanted to take on. “For me […]
New app helps support patients looking to fill IVF treatment gaps – National
Carolynn Dubé remembers the pressure she shouldered at the beginning of her in vitro fertilization journey, […]
More doctors, easier licensing: Health ideas from Canada’s parties you may have missed – National
While health care hasn’t taken centre stage in the 2025 federal election, candidates recently brought […]
Quebec declares end to measles outbreak after no cases reported for 32 days
By Staff The Canadian Press Posted April 22, 2025 2:35 pm Updated April 22, 2025 […]
Frozen pastries recalled in Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec and Nova Scotia
By Staff The Canadian Press Posted April 20, 2025 10:11 am 1 min read Descrease […]
‘Overwhelming’: Saskatoon firefighters have gone to 901 drug poisoning calls since January
The black concrete walls outside Saskatoon’s only safe consumption site show the wake left by […]
Some acetaminophen, melatonin tablets are being recalled in Canada – National
Some acetaminophen and melatonin tablets are being recalled in Canada due to labelling errors. On […]
Bunny toy recalled in Canada due to ‘excessive’ lead levels – National
Descrease article font size Increase article font size If the Easter Bunny is planning to […]
WHO members draft ‘pandemic treaty’ to prepare for next health crisis – National
Five years after COVID-19 triggered national lockdowns, economic uncertainty and killed millions, the World Health Organization’s member countries […]
Baby mattresses sold in Canada found to contain toxic chemicals: study – National
Babies and young children might be breathing in harmful chemicals while they sleep, according to […]
Autism rates rise again with 1 in 31 U.S. kids diagnosed: CDC – National
Autism diagnoses are on the rise in the United States, with new federal data showing […]
NDP’s Singh pledges to hire 35,000 nurses by 2030 – National
By Staff The Canadian Press Posted April 14, 2025 2:33 pm 1 min read Descrease […]
Ozempic for youth? Childhood obesity care gets an overhaul in Canada – National
For the first time in nearly two decades, Canada has updated its national clinical guideline […]
Kennedy vows to find autism cause by September, experts express doubt – National
The United States will identify the cause of autism by September, Secretary of Health and Human Services […]
How stagnant vaccine funding caused measles to explode in Texas – National
The measles outbreak in West Texas didn’t happen just by chance. The easily preventable disease, […]
More than 6,500 Fisher-Price toys recalled in Canada over choking hazard – National
More than 6,500 Fisher-Price toys have been recalled in Canada due to a potential choking […]
Could your next surgery be done by a robot? Meet the patient who tried it – National
Ferenc Jakab needed heart surgery, and a robot was called into action. The 60-year-old Ontario […]
Measles vaccine lasts decades, experts say, pushing back on RFK Jr. – National
As United States Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. urges Americans to […]
More American doctors are applying to practice in Quebec because of Trump
Descrease article font size Increase article font size Amid the ongoing political instability south of […]
Have a pet? They could boost your happiness as much as $120K a year – National
Want to know what’s worth as much as a six-figure pay rise? A pet. New […]
Canada has a chance to turn U.S. brain drain into brain gain: CMA – National
Canada should seize the opportunity to turn the U.S. brain drain of doctors and scientists […]
RFK Jr. calls for CDC to stop backing fluoride in drinking water – National
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Monday said he plans to tell the […]
New York warns travellers about Canada: ‘Measles is just a car ride away!’
As measles cases continue to rise in Canada, particularly in Ontario, one U.S. state is […]
Drugs like Ozempic could ‘significantly’ cut Alzheimer’s risk, study finds – National
GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy, commonly used for Type 2 diabetes and weight loss, […]
Canadian scientist awarded for discovering hormone used in Ozempic – National
A Canadian researcher has won a 2025 Breakthrough Prize in Life Sciences for discovering the […]
Measles can ‘erase’ your immune system’s memory. Here’s how – National
As measles cases surge worldwide, experts are raising alarms about a lesser-known danger: immune amnesia. […]
‘It’s a golden ticket’: U.S. doctors explain the urge to come to Canada – National
Dr. Karyn Ginsberg has spent more than 25 years practising pediatrics in the United States, but […]
Shingles vaccine cuts dementia risk by 20%, study finds – National
A vaccine to fight dementia? It turns out there may already be one – shots […]
1.6K Ontario students suspended for old vaccination files amid measles outbreak
An Ontario public health unit has ordered the suspension of 1,624 elementary students for out-of-date […]
