Horizon resumes mandatory masking as respiratory illnesses rise in N.B.
Horizon Health Network has reintroduced mandatory masking in all patient-facing clinical areas in all of its facilities, starting Wednesday, citing a rise in respiratory virus activity. All health-care workers, patients, social visitors, and designated support people will be required to…
Alberta girl awarded damages in lawsuit over infection leading to quadruple amputation
A family from Grande Prairie, Alta., has been awarded damages in a multimillion-dollar lawsuit over medical care of their infant daughter, who became a quadruple amputee after a bacterial infection was treated too late. The girl, now 15, is identified…
Young people inundated with sports betting ads that doctors warn can be harmful
Doctors are calling for restrictions on sports betting ads, saying they are setting youth up for a future of problem gambling. “I have seen people’s lives fall apart at all ages, from all walks of life, whether it’s an accountant…
Air quality warnings spread across B.C. as wildfire smoke lingers, heat records topple
Air quality advisories are in effect across British Columbia as wildfire smoke continues to blanket the province. Metro Vancouver issued a new air quality warning Wednesday for the region, as well as the Fraser Valley, due to elevated fine particulate matter…
Ontario’s top doctor says province needs to modernize vaccine registry, calls for national schedule
Ontario’s top doctor is calling for a national immunization schedule and registry to address gaps exposed by the resurgence of measles in Canada — but first, he says his own province needs a centralized digital vaccine system. Dr. Kieran Moore’s…
Old Dutch potato chips recalled due to allergen issue
Old Dutch Foods is recalling a flavour of its Ridgies chips over undeclared milk allergen. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s (CFIA) recall notice flags Ridgies Sour Cream, Green Onion & Bacon Flavour Potato Chips because milk allergen may be present…
Ozempic ingredient added to WHO’s essential medicines list
The World Health Organization has added GLP-1 drugs to treat diabetes to its essential medicines list alongside treatments for cystic fibrosis and cancer, and said it hopes this will help improve global access to the costly drugs. The list, consisting…
England wants to ban high-caffeine energy drinks for kids under 16. Should Canada do the same?
England is planning to ban the sale of highly caffeinated energy drinks to kids under 16. Some experts say they’d like to see Canada do the same — or ramp up other restrictions on the drinks. Dr. Olivier Drouin, a…
Elon Musk’s Neuralink brain chip implanted into 2 quadriplegic Canadian patients as part of clinical trial
Two Canadian patients with spinal cord injuries have received Neuralink brain implants that have allowed them to control a computer with their thoughts. They are part of the first clinical trial outside of the United States to test the safety…
Florida is ending vaccine mandates. What do Canadian travellers need to know?
With its sunny weather, sandy beaches and amusement parks, Florida draws millions of visitors each year, including 3.4 million Canadians in 2024, according to the state’s last count. But in light of its plan to end vaccine mandates, doctors say visitors…
Congo’s health ministry declares new Ebola outbreak
Congo’s health ministry on Thursday announced a new Ebola outbreak, the 16th in the Central African country, after a case was confirmed in southern Kasai province. “To date, the provisional report shows 28 suspected cases and 15 deaths, including 14…
PHAC cutting hundreds of jobs as part of ‘post-pandemic recalibration’
The Public Health Agency of Canada is cutting roughly 10 per cent of its employees as it continues to shrink its workforce in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. “As part of PHAC’s post-pandemic recalibration and ongoing efforts to adjust…
Measles spread trending down as Alberta kids head back to the classroom. Will it last?
Alberta’s measles surge appears to be slowing, but with children back in school this week health experts caution another rapid upswing could be around the corner. The magnitude of the province’s outbreaks has sparked widespread concern for months, eclipsing the total…
Why is it so hard to find the source of a legionnaires’ outbreak?
It took months of mapping cases, dozens of locations sampled and weeks of lab sequencing to determine the likely culprit behind a recent outbreak of legionnaires’ disease in London, Ont. — one that killed four people and infected about 100 others. It’s just the…
Northeast B.C. measles vaccinations below herd immunity as school resumes, health officials say
Health officials in northeast B.C. are warning the measles outbreak isn’t over, and could flare up again as schools reopen and students return to the classroom. Cases across the Northern Health region have nearly doubled over the past month, according to…
Issues with rollout of federal disability benefit a ‘slap in the face’ for some recipients
Mark Davison was assured he had the correct total: $53.36. That sum is the monthly payment he was approved to receive from the new Canada Disability Benefit, billed by the federal government at the outset as a tool to lift hundreds…
Wildfires are disrupting back-to-school again. Experts call for support to plan for them
Newfoundland parent Scott Chandler jokes that September is usually a whirlwind he “kind of dreads,” between juggling the back-to-school season for his son Rhys and restarting a host of his extracurriculars, like hockey, karate and swimming lessons. This year, however, he’s looking…
Weighted vests are all the rage in women’s fitness. Do they live up to the hype?
The CurrentIs a weighted vest right for you? Fitness trainer Kalli Youngstrom thinks weighted vests can be a great tool for fitting exercise into your daily routine — as long as you don’t mind looking like a Navy SEAL on the…
Canadian Food Inspection Agency recalls more items containing pistachio in Quebec
Montreal The agency announced that four separate items are being recalled due to possible contamination including products from the Montreal-based company Allo Simonne and two baklava pastries that were sold at a mall in Laval. Some of the affected products…
Lindsey Coyle gives up Ontario nursing licence in misconduct case, years after guilty plea in patient death
Lindsey Coyle of Fort Frances agreed to give up her licence during a disciplinary hearing Thursday by Ontario’s governing body for nurses, three years after she pleaded guilty in the 2015 death of an elderly patient. Coyle was a registered…
Billions to flow to provinces as part of historic tobacco settlement
Billions in initial payments from tobacco companies are about to flow into provincial and territorial coffers on Friday as part of a $32.5 billion settlement, with Ontario and Quebec both set to receive over a billion dollars, and the other provinces…
Legionnaires’ deaths in London, Ont., prompt calls for stricter regulations to prevent outbreaks
As London, Ont., deals with the fallout from the latest legionnaires’ outbreak, there’s a call for stricter regulations to help prevent mass spread of the bacteria that cause the respiratory infection. On Tuesday, the Middlesex-London Health Unit (MLHU) said the likely source…
Ryobi-branded electric pressure washers recalled after injuries, fractures reported
About 780,000 pressure washers sold at retailers like Home Depot are being recalled across the U.S. and Canada, due to a projectile hazard that has resulted in fractures and other injuries among some consumers. According to a Thursday recall notice…
Likely source of deadly legionnaires’ outbreak in London, Ont., is ID’d as more become sick
The likely source of a persistent outbreak of legionnaires’ disease that’s killed four people and sent nearly 90 people to hospital in London, Ont., has been determined. The Middlesex-London Health Unit (MLHU) said Tuesday that it has matched the bacterial subtype that can…
You might have heard about the flesh-eating screwworm. Here’s why you shouldn’t freak out
Warning: This story contains images of an open wound that some people may find disturbing. Just when you thought there was enough going on in the world to frazzle your nerves, along comes a flesh-eating parasite that has been spreading…
Caffeine pouches are getting popular among young people. Are they safe?
They look like small, pillowy cushions. They come in flavours like chocolate and blueberry, and they promise a zap of energy. Caffeine pouches are all over social media platforms. Videos on TikTok show young people trying them out. Others point out they’re…
Albertans can get COVID-19 vaccinations for free in B.C.
Albertans who don’t qualify for free COVID-19 vaccinations in their home province can get one in British Columbia. B.C.’s Ministry of Health confirmed that detail in response to a query from CBC News. Canadian residents can get vaccinated due to a reciprocal agreement between all provinces and…
Want to quit cigarettes? Vaping is far from a go-to, Canadian guideline says
People trying to quit smoking should not reach for e-cigarettes or vapes as their first choice to butt out, a new Canadian guideline says. Instead, clinicians should stay updated on whether their patients smoke or not, and offer them options…
Heat warnings in effect for B.C.’s north and central coast, parts of southern Interior
Heat warnings are in effect for some parts of British Columbia Monday, with high temperatures expected to last through the week. In the Fraser Canyon and South Thompson regions, the mercury could climb up to 39 C in some areas, according…
Woman calls for improved gynecological care in N.B. after 11-year wait for diagnosis
When Rosanna Gallant, 32, was diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome in April, she sighed with relief. Polycystic ovary syndrome, known widely by its acronym PCOS, is a common endocrine disorder that affects between six and 20 per cent of people with…
‘The first smile that you see’: N.S. Health looks to recruit more hospital volunteers
Three years after Nova Scotia Health welcomed volunteers back to all of its hospitals, the number of people willing to give up their time in exchange for supporting patients remains well below where it was before the COVID-19 pandemic. The health authority’s…
3 provinces, 1 territory made pharmacare deals. Ottawa won’t say if others are coming
Two provinces have implemented pharmacare this year, two more jurisdictions are preparing to roll it out and the rest of the country doesn’t know if Ottawa still intends to subsidize some prescription drugs for them, too. National pharmacare may become a regional privilege afforded…
Pending gene therapy gives hope to family of Sask. boy with rare ‘childhood Alzheimer’s’
For the longest time, Stephanie McCabe and Andre Doucette accepted that their six-year-old son Emmett would die young. The family learned Emmett had Sanfilippo syndrome, a rare genetic disease affecting the brain and nervous system — sometimes referred to as…
Ontario couple whose teenage son died after 8-hour wait in ER calls for law reform
An Ontario family is calling on the provincial government to introduce legislation that would set maximum emergency room wait times for children after their teenage son died following an eight-hour wait for a doctor in a hospital last year. GJ…
B.C. family doctors want more pay for publicly funded vasectomies to deal with huge backlog
If you want to get a vasectomy in B.C., you’re faced with two choices: sit on a waitlist for months, or pay $2,000 to go to a private clinic. Advocates with B.C. Family Doctors say the province should increase the…
B.C. ostrich farm loses appeal to save birds from cull in case that attracted White House attention
A B.C. ostrich farm has lost its case to save its birds from a cull order issued by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) in January. But the farm’s owners say they will not be giving up, and have called…
Opioid deaths in Canada fell 17% in 2024, but thousands are still dying
Reported opioids deaths decreased nationally in Canada by 17 per cent last year, federal figures show, but the decreases aren’t happening uniformly across the country, according to a new report. The Public Health Agency of Canada released the most recent…
Alberta to cover COVID vaccines for health-care workers after all
In a partial policy reversal, Alberta’s government said Tuesday it will cover the cost of COVID-19 vaccinations for health-care workers. Maddison McKee, spokesperson to Primary and Preventative Health Services Minister Adriana LaGrange, said in an email that COVID-19 vaccine coverage…
Tick-borne Rocky Mountain spotted fever spreading in Canada
Dr. Alex Carignan posted this photo of the rash from a patient with Quebec’s first reported case of Rocky Mountain spotted fever on social media this week. (Dr. Alex Carignan/X) Quebec has reported a case of the potentially deadly tick-borne disease…
N.W.T. turns to vending machines to distribute HIV tests, naloxone kits, hygiene products
The government of the Northwest Territories is introducing a different type of vending machine to communities in the territory. They are called Healthboxes and provide the public with health supplies for free. HIV self-test kits, condoms, pregnancy tests, naloxone kits,…
Ozempic approved in Canada to slow kidney decline, prevent cardiovascular disease
Health Canada has approved Ozempic to reduce the risk of further kidney decline among patients with Type 2 diabetes. Between 30 and 50 per cent of people with Type 2 diabetes develop some form of chronic kidney disease. An international…
Breastfeeding could help prevent early puberty in girls and boys, South Korean study finds
Girls and boys who were exclusively breastfed during their first four to six months showed a reduced risk of early puberty, according to a large new study from South Korea that Canadian doctors say could apply here. The study, published in…
Manitoba updating RSV immunization program this fall, but not committing to universal coverage
Manitoba plans to update its RSV immunization program this fall, but the province is not committing to following several other provinces and territories in extending the preventative treatment to all newborns and young children. Respiratory syncytial virus mainly infects infants and…
Pistachio recall tied to viral chocolate bar reflects salmonella risks from nuts
More brands of TikTok-famous chocolates with pistachios have been recalled over salmonella concerns, with food scientists saying the nuts can be prime suspects for causing outbreaks of foodborne illness. On Thursday, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency said more types of Dubai…
What health experts are saying about Alberta’s COVID-19 vaccination program
Health experts, advocates and unions are sounding the alarm over Alberta’s plan for paid COVID-19 shots, calling it concerning and confusing. On Monday, two months after the province announced it was adding a fee, it opened online pre-ordering for the…
What does it feel like to age and live with dementia? These simulations can show you
The CurrentWhat’s it like to have dementia? This care centre can teach you What if you could truly feel what it’s like to grow old — as your body slows down, your senses fade, and the world becomes harder to…
The water’s not safe to drink in much of war-torn Sudan. But people have no choice
As It Happens2 1/2 years of civil war fuels cholera crisis in Sudan Two weeks ago, a human body was removed from a well in a refugee camp in Sudan, according to Doctors Without Borders. Two days later, people were…
Brantford, Ont., daycare closes temporarily after child finds rabid bat, hands it to worker
A daycare in Brantford, Ont., is closed for a public health inspection after a bat found at the centre tested positive for rabies. Grand Erie Public Health (GEPH) said Friday that it confirmed a bat discovered Monday at Creative Minds Daycare…
Lawson VP of research and scientific director departs amid outcry over dog cardiac study
The scientific director and vice president of research at Lawson Research Institute has left the organization, a week after it emerged that clandestine cardiac tests were being performed on dogs at St. Joseph’s Hospital, prompting public outcry. In a brief email…
How ‘pervasive’ is racism in health care? This B.C. researcher gathers the stories of Black, Indigenous people
Ashley Wilkinson has found racism is an ongoing challenge in health-care settings in Canada, which is why the PhD candidate at the University of Northern British Columbia is getting the first-hand accounts of Black and Indigenous people who say they’ve experienced it. For…
Ontario doctors don’t get paid when they treat uninsured patients. Here’s how that might change
Several times a week, a man facing homelessness and mental health issues comes to the busy emergency department in downtown Toronto where Dr. Bernard Ho works, and doctors there treat him despite not being paid to do so. That’s because the man doesn’t…
He felt ‘chased’ by anxiety and got help online. Now that resource experts trust could be shut down
Joey Laguio remembers waking up every morning in high school with a sense of dread. “It felt like always being chased by something,” said Laguio, now 33 and living in Vancouver. After he enrolled in engineering at the University of British…
Forensic audit coming soon on travel nurse company expenses flagged in critical report
CEO Pat Parfrey was one of four Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services officials who appeared at the House of Assembly’s public accounts committee on Tuesday afternoon. (Ted Dillon/CBC) Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services expects to soon have a comprehensive review…
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Heat wave shatters 60 records across Canada
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Premier Doug Ford warns Ontario scientists doing medical tests on dogs to ‘stop before I catch you’
Premier Doug Ford warned Ontario scientists who use cats and dogs in research experiments that he would be “hunting” them down to end such work. Ford said it was unacceptable for beagles to be used in cardiac testing that had been approved by…
AI and social media are everywhere in teens’ lives. Can they impact cognitive skills?
Adam Davidson-Harden is admittedly a latecomer to appreciating William Shakespeare, but the Ontario high school teacher now likens studying the Bard to “lifting weights, for language.” He said he worries that mental muscles aren’t getting a workout these days if…
Manitoba health officials admit racism in care of Indigenous man who died of cancer
A Manitoba health authority has admitted an Indigenous man, who died four months after a delayed confirmation his cancer had returned, was subject to racism while seeking treatment. Stephen Rockwell’s mother, Leona Massan, said hearing that from health officials in July provided a “tiny bit…
Ontario, medical association near new compensation deal they say will help retain, recruit family doctors
The Ontario government and the Ontario Medical Association (OMA) say they’re close to reaching a new compensation deal for doctors working in family health organizations, which is intended to draw more physicians to family medicine amid a provincial doctor shortage. Both parties…
More than 400 deaths linked to L.A. wildfires, researchers say
The deadly wildfires that swept through Los Angeles this year likely contributed to hundreds more deaths, say researchers calling for better health tracking in the wake of natural disasters. As Canadian communities from B.C. to Newfoundland battle flames and drifting…
Dubai Pistachio & Knafeh Milk Chocolate among pistachio products recalled after 9 Canadians hospitalized
Nine people have been hospitalized and dozens of salmonella cases have been reported after an outbreak of infections linked to certain brands of pistachios and pistachio-containing products. Recall warnings have been issued for some products from the brands Habibi, Al Mokhtar…
What this Mennonite healthcare provider learned working during the measles outbreak
The measles outbreak in southwestern Ontario has put the spotlight on vaccine hesitancy in some of the province’s Mennonite communities in recent months. Public health units were dealing with hundreds of sick people, primarily children, this past spring, with the…
Quebec physicians warn of deepfake scams using their likeness to sell medications
Quebec doctors are sounding the alarm over recent deepfake videos that have been appearing online, saying they can erode public trust in the medical system and put people’s health at risk. The AI-generated videos use the likeness of real doctors…
Why are so many federal inmates dying shortly before their release date?
WARNING: This story contains details of abuse. Kendal Lee Campeau spent most of his life in and out of prison. The last time he went in, he never came out. He was serving a seven-year sentence for assault, escaping lawful…
Indigenous communities face higher death rates from fires and lack of data leaves them vulnerable, says group
A report by the National Research Council of Canada (NRCC) confirms what many Indigenous communities have long known: the rate of death for house fires in Indigenous communities is higher than in non-Indigenous communities. The report, commissioned by the National Indigenous Fire Safety…
How sudden cardiac arrest can be different for athletes — based on their sex
When varsity rower Ruth McDonald competes, she’s thinking about pushing herself hard and winning the race. The potential of suffering a medical emergency — while always possible — is the last thing on her mind. “Every sport, you have to…
How discarded-needle data and pop-up STI testing could reduce Sask.’s infection rates
A new research project in Regina is using geo-data on discarded needles around the city and pop-up testing sites for sexually-transmitted infections to improve health-care access and reduce Saskatchewan’s high rates of HIV, hepatitis C and syphilis. The project is…
Canadians’ health data at risk of being handed over to U.S. authorities, experts warn
Canadians’ electronic health records need more protections to prevent foreign entities from accessing patient data, according to commentary in the Canadian Medical Association Journal. “Canadian privacy law is badly outdated,” said Michael Geist, law professor and Canada Research Chair in internet…
Bills mounting for family of young N.S. woman in ICU after second lung transplant
In the weeks leading up to her daughter’s second double lung transplant, Lisa Ali of Cole Harbour, N.S., said she was scared to answer the phone, unsure of who would be on the other end. For more than a year, she and…
It’s time to ramp up efforts to prevent tick-borne illnesses, scientists say
“I know it’s not stylish,” admits Nicholas Ogden, “but it actually does prevent the ticks.” He tucks his pants into his socks, then sprays insect repellant over both. The scientist is preparing to test a section of Mont-Saint Bruno, a…
Family ‘in crisis mode’ as feds pull funding for autistic First Nations boy
Katie Maracle’s nightmare has now come true. Her husband Murray Maracle is from Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory near Belleville, Ont., and their only child, eight-year-old Ethan Maracle, is autistic, non-verbal and has epilepsy. He’s used the Jordan’s Principle initiative to access therapy and education since 2018-19….
More research needed on wildfire smoke toxicity, scientists say as they warn of pollution ‘time bomb’
Wildfire smoke in Manitoba could be even more toxic than usual and more research needs to be done on the pollutants being released into the air, according to scientists. The fires may be releasing pollution stored in the province’s soil for…
There’s a painkiller shortage in Canada. Here’s what to know
There is a shortage of some commonly-prescribed painkillers in Canada, as companies that supply them deal with manufacturing disruptions and increased demand, according to a notice published on Health Canada’s website. The medications in question are acetaminophen with codeine (sometimes known as Tylenol…
N.S. family says $85K surgery in U.S. might be daughter’s only hope to walk again
Nora Nunn-Murphy doesn’t know how her Halifax-area family will come up with more than $85,000 for a rare hip surgery in the United States, but she knows she has to try. If not, her daughter may have little hope of walking…
AHS declares presumed E. coli, amoebiasis outbreak at Saskatoon Farm food facility
Alberta Health Services says 18 people have tested positive for presumptive E. coli — three of whom also tested positive for a parasite that causes amoebiasis — in an outbreak at Saskatoon Farm. So far, 235 people have reported symptoms linked…
People assume I can’t be a doctor because of my disability
Kendra Hebert had never seen a visibly disabled physician and has often questioned whether there was a place for her in medicine. (Meredyth Elisseou) This is a First Person column by Kendra Hebert, who lives in Garnett Settlement, N.B. For…
How daytime parties are fuelled by the wellness movement and a need for community
Daytime parties are trending across Canada, with people trading alcohol and all-night clubbing for coffee and croissants. One such party is Croissound in Montreal, which is rethinking nightlife culture by gathering local DJs at cafés. So far, it’s presented four…
St. John’s morgue octuples its storage capacity with new facility
The new morgue, inside the Janeway Children’s Hospital, can store 96 bodies. (Elizabeth Whitten/CBC) Newfoundland and Labrador has vastly increased the number of bodies it can store in a new morgue facility in St. John’s, say health authority officials. Daniel Parsons, senior…
Overdoses increasing at Toronto drop-in centres since supervised consumption sites shut down, network says
Overdoses at drop-in centres in Toronto have sharply increased since the provincial government shut down four supervised consumption sites in April, according to a coalition of community agencies. Before the supervised consumption sites closed, there were typically less than 10 overdoses…
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WATCH | #TheMoment two paddlers rescued a baby horse from a river
Ava Haddad and Anna Gleig tell The National about the moment they rescued a foal from the fast rapids of the Kananaskis River in Alberta.
Are you drinking heavily? You may be at greater risk of liver disease
The rate of serious liver disease among heavy drinkers has more than doubled over the last 20 years as the demographics around who is consuming more alcohol shift, a new study suggests. The research, published Wednesday in American medical journal Clinical Gastroenterology…
Jasperites work through mental health struggles amid anniversary of destructive fire
The natural beauty of the Rocky Mountains has been like medicine for Melody Gaboury Scott. The Jasper woman said being outside in nature has helped her process last year’s devastating wildfire. Mental health is top of mind for many residents,…
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Is Canada-US free trade dead? | About That
13 hours ago News Duration 10:59 North American free trade is teetering on the edge of uncertainty as U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs continue to complicate how goods come and go. Andrew Chang explores signs that free trade — as…
Data reveals dramatic spike in patients leaving B.C. emergency rooms without receiving care
Provincial data obtained through a freedom-of-information request reveals that the number of patients in B.C. leaving emergency rooms without receiving care has spiked by 86 per cent — with the largest increases seen in the Fraser Health and Vancouver Island Health authorities. …
Measles cases extend beyond Alberta, Ontario, hotspot map shows
The spread of measles both within provinces and between one another is keeping doctors and health officials across much of Canada on their toes. The pace of the outbreak is accelerating in Alberta and more than 3,400 people have been…
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Making the rite of passage accessible to every Indigenous person
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Are Trump’s social posts an Epstein distraction tactic?
7 hours ago News Duration 2:04 With questions continuing around the so-called Epstein files, U.S. President Donald Trump has made several controversial social media posts. Some political scientists say the posts are likely a way to distract the public from…
Airborne fentanyl at some B.C. supportive housing sites a risk to workers, says report
The presence of second-hand fentanyl smoke is so severe at some British Columbia supportive housing facilities that workers cannot escape “substantial exposure,” even if they stay in their offices and don’t venture into hallways or tenants rooms. That is the among the findings…
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WATCH | #TheMoment a teen golfer became Canada's 1st U.S. Girls' Junior champion
Aphrodite Deng, 15, tells The National about the moment she became the first Canadian to win the U.S. Girls’ Junior Golf Championship at the Atlanta Athletic Club.
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WATCH | 'We can't stop there': Marking 20 years since same-sex marriage was legalized
Twenty years after same-sex marriage became legal in Canada, couples who fought for that right and other advocates are celebrating the milestone while also acknowledging that there’s a long way to go before reaching full equality.
Dieting culture stole years of my life. Then, I unlocked the key to break free
Natasha Ngindi says learning to listen to her body’s cues about hunger and fullness helped her eat better and feel better. (Submitted by Natasha Ngindi) This First Person article is the experience of Natasha Ngindi, who lives in Saskatoon. For…
Debate on forced mental health treatment continues as one woman’s costs top $800K
In the fight to better help people with severe and persistent mental illness in Ontario — which can sometimes result in costly detention in jails and hospitals — two opposing camps are lobbying the Ministry of Health in very different directions….
This lab asks research volunteers to breathe in toxic fumes — and they do it willingly
The DoseHow does poor air quality affect my health? Ask Dr. Chris Carlsten about the clear booth in his University of British Columbia (UBC) laboratory, and he’ll reassure you that it’s perfectly safe — even if volunteers spend multiple sessions…
Mosquitos in Toronto test positive for West Nile virus, but city says risk of infection is low
Toronto Public Health has confirmed some mosquitos in the city have tested positive for West Nile virus, but say the risk of infection is low if precautions are taken. The findings mark the first positive cases this year after results came…
8 babies born with experimental 3-parent IVF technique
Eight healthy babies were born in Britain with the help of an experimental technique that uses DNA from three people to help mothers avoid passing devastating rare diseases to their children, researchers report. Most DNA is found in the nucleus…
E-scooter injuries on the rise across Canada, data shows
Hospitalizations related to injuries from scooters and e-scooters have risen, according to new Canadian data, as emergency physicians warn the two-wheeled vehicles aren’t toys. The Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI) said Thursday that nearly 1,000 people were hospitalized for…
Alberta wastewater unlocked key information about COVID-19. Could it help with measles too?
As Alberta’s measles outbreaks grow, researchers are now watching the province’s wastewater for the highly contagious virus and hoping to determine if the technology could eventually serve as an early detection tool. The magnitude of Alberta’s outbreaks and the speed at…
Appeal court reserves decision on fate of B.C. ostrich farm as spokesperson thanks RFK Jr.
The Federal Court of Appeal heard arguments from a B.C. ostrich farm Tuesday as it sought to protect its herd from a cull ordered due to the avian flu, in a case that has sparked accusations of government overreach from critics in Canada…
4th brand added to salami recall over salmonella concerns
Officials are pulling another brand of salami off the shelves due to an ongoing salmonella outbreak: Rea brand Soppressata Salami Sweet, according to an update from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. Other products include Rea brand Genoa Salami Sweet, Rea brand…
Canadians could get more affordable version of Ozempic in early 2026. Here’s how
Cheaper versions of medications to treat obesity, like Ozempic and Wegovy, could be on the market in Canada as soon as January. Ozempic is a social media darling — with celebrities singing its praises and people posting about major weight loss. But a patient can…
Advocates denounce plan to cut federal Indigenous services budget
Cutting billions of dollars from the Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) budget could worsen the quality of essential programs and may spark lawsuits that would cost Ottawa more money in the long term, some Indigenous advocates say. The warning comes in response…
I was a new mother in a new country. When dark thoughts came, I was afraid to voice them
This First Person article is the experience of Joana Valamootoo, who’s originally from Mauritius and now lives in Regina. For more information about CBC’s First Person stories, please see the FAQ. This story is part of Welcome to Canada, a CBC News series…
Advice about syncing exercise to menstrual cycles is all over social media. Does it work?
Day 65:26Social media is full of videos about syncing your workout regime to your menstrual cycle. Does it work? Cycle syncing helps Simone Saunders feel prepared. The practice of tracking each phase of the menstrual cycle is being promoted online…
Measles spread ‘like wildfire’ among unvaccinated children in northeast B.C., health officer says
A pocket of unvaccinated children in northeast B.C. allowed cases of measles in the region to spread “like wildfire,” says B.C.’s deputy provincial health officer, Dr. Martin Lavoie. He made the remarks during a provincial update on the disease that…
I came to Canada as an international student. It was a cold, hard road to achieving my dream
This First Person column is written by Keerthy Vinukonda, who lives in Toronto. For more information about First Person stories, see the FAQ. I rushed to the bus stop just after midnight after a busy shift at a pizza shop…
Hospitalizations increase in salmonella outbreak tied to recalled salami
Health officials say a salmonella outbreak linked to deli meats sold at grocery stores and in prepared sandwiches has expanded. The Public Health Agency of Canada says 84 people have gotten sick since April, and there have now been nine…
Researchers retract, then re-publish study linking wildfire smoke and dementia
Last year, researchers said they had identified a link between wildfire smoke and increased risk of dementia. Now, they’re retracting the study, published last November in the journal JAMA Neurology, after discovering a mistake in how they coded the data. …
Trump stopped the global fight against HIV/AIDS in its tracks. Canada can help fix it
Winnie Byanyima is trying to hold onto hope in the face of what she calls unbelievable cruelty. She is the director of UNAIDS, the United Nations agency that, until recently, was on track to meet its target of ending AIDS…
1,500 deaths in recent European heat wave were due to climate change, study estimates
Human-caused climate change is responsible for killing about 1,500 people in last week’s European heat wave, a first-of-its-kind rapid study estimates. Those 1,500 people “have only died because of climate change, so they would not have died if it would…
My PTSD made me worried I would freeze in an emergency. Then my neighbour had a heart attack
This is a First Person column by Matthew Heneghan, who lives in Falkland, B.C. For more information about CBC’s First Person stories, please see the FAQ. Sitting on my back patio, I can see a man every morning settle into…
1 dead, over 40 sick as legionnaires’ outbreak spreads in southeast London, Ont.
One person is dead and more than 40 people have become ill in an outbreak of legionnaires’ disease in London, Ont. The Middlesex-London Health Unit, which declared the outbreak, said the cases were reported within the last week. Most of the people with…
Temporary housing unaffordable for organ transplant patients, say charities
Two charities that help organ transplant patients in Edmonton and Toronto say it’s time that provincial governments rethink the way they offer housing support for patients who must temporarily move to access treatment. Their comments come after some Nova Scotia…
Sask. women 45+ can now self-refer for breast screening mammograms, but awareness, capacity issues continue
Saskatchewan women age 45 and older can now self-refer for screening mammograms without a doctor’s requisition as part of a phased strategy to gradually lower the age for screening to 40 by June 2026. The latest age drop went into effect on…
Jonathan Toews’s healing journey: From long COVID back to the NHL
Researchers working on treatments and cures for long COVID are closely watching newly signed Winnipeg Jets forward Jonathan Toews’s healing journey — and his return to the NHL after two years away. “I am thrilled that he is making a…
Being my mom’s medical proxy was heartbreaking, but I’d do it all over again
This First Person article is the experience of Lynn Paulin, who was born and raised in P.E.I. For more information about CBC’s First Person stories, please see the FAQ. On Aug. 22, 2024, I received a text message from my…
How Canada could boost disease surveillance to make up for U.S. health cuts
Canada should do more to strengthen its health surveillance systems as cuts to U.S. health institutions threaten access to crucial monitoring data, experts say in an editorial published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal (CMAJ) this week. The editorial says…
Could your beach reads actually be therapeutic? Bibliotherapy suggests they might
The novels Book Boyfriend, Atmosphere and Can’t Get Enough might be in your stack of beach reads, but are they good for your mental health? While reading a novel and escaping into a fictional world can be enjoyable, those who…
Keep babies, high risk Albertans away from Stampede due to measles, doctors caution
As the Calgary Stampede kicks off, health experts are warning about the risk of measles exposure and are urging parents with babies and unimmunized children — along with other vulnerable Albertans — to sit this one out. The Stampede attracts travellers from all over Alberta…
Calling all women: The IWK Foundation wants to hear your health stories
The IWK Foundation has launched a survey in the hopes of better understanding women’s health experiences in the Maritime provinces and to address the disparity in health outcomes between men and women. The foundation is a not-for-profit organization that raises funds…
Ontario reports 12 new measles cases, continuing downward trend
Toronto Public Health Ontario has logged a total of 2,223 measles cases since outbreak began last October. Public Health Ontario has logged a total of 2,223 measles cases since outbreak began last October Nicole Ireland · The Canadian Press ·…
Regular cannabis use can cause a serious vomiting syndrome. Should people be warned?
When Brittany Ramsey started experiencing “awful stomach episodes” she thought it must’ve been side effects of the medication she was taking to manage her diabetes. But after a particularly gruelling episode where she just could not stop vomiting — not…
How does Alberta’s new COVID-19 vaccine policy compare to other provinces? We asked
Alberta’s decision to reduce access to publicly funded COVID-19 vaccines so far appears to set the province on a different course than many other Canadian jurisdictions. Most Albertans will no longer be eligible for a free COVID-19 shot this fall….
Nutrition warning labels are hitting shelves near you — earlier than expected
Health Canada’s new front-of-package nutrition warning labels are beginning to appear on store shelves six months ahead of the food industry’s deadline. First announced in 2022, the black-and-white labels alert shoppers if a product is high in sugar, sodium and/or saturated fat, which…
How St. Michael’s Hospital is trying to break the cycle of readmissions for homeless patients
April Aleman tracks the Uber she ordered for her 82-year-old client as it makes its way to a public health building on a quiet street tucked away from the bustle of downtown Toronto. When the vehicle arrives, Aleman unpacks a…
Doctors, writers and a UFC champion among 83 new appointments to the Order of Canada
Gov. Gen. Mary Simon has announced 83 appointments to the Order of Canada — a list that includes doctors, diplomats, athletes and authors. Simon’s office announced two new companions — the highest level of the Order of Canada — 19 officers…
News got you down? Counsellors explain why doom scrolling is so easy — and how to limit it
Western Canada glaciers melting twice as fast as in previous decade, research says; Nigerian judge convicts man of sextorting B.C. teen who died by suicide; Overdose deaths tick up to 165 in April: B.C. Coroners Service; Her husband died after a…
Alberta premier intends to ‘battle’ injunction on transgender health-care law in court
After an Alberta judge granted a temporary injunction blocking a provincial law that would ban doctors from providing gender-affirming care to youth, Premier Danielle Smith said she intends to fight the decision in court. “The court had said that they…
Following his own skin cancer diagnosis, this B.C. man is now working to keep others safe from UV rays
It was just a weird little mole. Jake MacDonald of Penticton, B.C., hadn’t thought much of it, but when his grandmother noticed a mole on his left leg, she suggested he get it checked. “One of my moles was just a…
Health minister confident deal will be reached to prevent mass resignations at St. Clare’s
Newfoundland and Labrador’s Health Minister Krista Lynn Howell spoke to reporters on Friday, saying a plan was imminent to satisfy the demands of a group of internal medicine doctors who submitted a joint resignation letter. (Ryan Cooke/CBC) Newfoundland and Labrador’s…
Indigenous people’s health tightly tied to speaking their own languages, review finds
A new research review out of the University of British Columbia (UBC) has found that Indigenous people experience better health outcomes when they speak their traditional languages. Researchers analyzed 262 academic and community-based studies from Canada, the United States, Australia and New Zealand, and…
U.S. vaccine panel rejects flu shots with a specific preservative, despite safety data
The Trump administration’s new vaccine advisers on Thursday endorsed this fall’s flu vaccinations for just about every American — but only if they use certain shots free of a preservative that has been safely used in vaccines for decades. What…
Origins of COVID-19 still unclear according to final report from WHO expert group
An expert group charged by the World Health Organization to investigate how the COVID-19 pandemic started released its final report on Friday, reaching an unsatisfying conclusion: Scientists still aren’t sure how the worst health emergency in a century began. At…
‘She’s my hero’: Young girl saves grandmother from stroke twice
It was like any other day on the farm, but within minutes, the ordinary turned life-changing. Meaka Star’s quick recognition of a stroke may have saved her grandmother Marleen Conacher’s life. They’re sharing their story this June, Stroke Awareness Month, to raise…
Disability tax credits are critical for some Canadians. But applying for them can cost thousands
When Kathy Meyers heard she could get money back from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) through the disability tax credit, she was excited — but the prospect of filling out forms alongside her doctor felt like another burden to her…
Overdose deaths in Canada fell in 2024, still higher than pre-pandemic
National health data released Wednesday shows overdose deaths in Canada dropped in 2024 but the toll still remained much higher than it was before the COVID-19 pandemic. A joint statement from the country’s chief medical officers of health, chief coroners and chief…
72 sick in salami salmonella outbreak, health agency says
Seventy-two people have fallen ill after eating salami recalled due to possible salmonella contamination. The Public Health Agency of Canada released an updated notice on an outbreak of salmonella infections linked to Rea brand Genoa Salami Sweet, Rea brand Genoa…
Inclusivity questioned after N.S. student on autism spectrum told to stay home
A Nova Scotia mother says her son was denied his right to an education when he was told to stay home from school for two weeks due to behavioural challenges related to his autism spectrum disorder. Sara Mullins is a working…
‘Very emotional’: Brain-computer tech gives kids with disabilities new powers
It sounds like something from a futuristic film: Technology that allows users to control their environment with mere thoughts. But for kids with disabilities in Ontario, it’s an emerging reality that’s helping them connect with the world around them in…
Climate change is prolonging allergy season, B.C. doctors say
Itchy eyes, runny nose, congestion, and sneezing are all common symptoms of seasonal allergies. Dr. Angeliki Barlas, an allergist based in Port Moody, B.C., says that climate change is a contributing factor to worsening symptoms and longer allergy seasons. “People…
8 ways to help your body cope in hot weather
As people across Ontario, Quebec and major cities in the U.S. swelter under a June heat wave, medical experts urge people to take precautions in the potentially deadly weather. Much of eastern Canada is dealing with extreme heat and humidity,…
Anorexia is normally treated with therapy. Now a Canadian team is trying the gut
This story is part of CBC Health’s Second Opinion, a weekly analysis of health and medical science news emailed to subscribers on Saturday mornings. If you haven’t subscribed yet, you can do that by clicking here. Anorexia is a life-threatening eating…
Impact of high-potency cannabis rippling through courts, health-care system
Matthew Fox says he has two words for customers wanting to try Marvin’s Premium Candy Co. Cherry edibles. “Good luck.” Fox works behind the counter at the Realeaf Cannabis trailer on Highway 11, just north of Saskatoon. The business is…
1 in 5 Indigenous people reported discrimination or racism in health care. This clinic offers an alternative
As Shirley Pien-Bérubé walks through the halls of the Indigenous Health Centre of Tio’tia:ke, she pauses to point out all the ways the Montreal-based clinic has grown since it opened in 2023. “Our services have expanded so much,” she said….
Measles ‘out of control,’ experts warn, as Alberta case counts surpass 1,000
Alberta’s measles outbreaks have now eclipsed the 1,000-case mark and infectious disease specialists are warning the virus is “impossible to contain,” given the current level of transmission. The province reported another 24 cases on Friday, including 14 in the north zone,…
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2 deaths linked to insect bites in Quebec — but experts say no reason to panic
Insect-borne diseases are becoming increasingly common in southern parts of the province, with climate change playing a part.
Applications open for Canada’s new disability benefit program
Canada’s new disability benefit — a program that provides eligible people with up to $200 a month — is now open for applications. The program is available to people with disabilities between the ages of 18 and 64 who already…
Patient advocate calls for retraction of mystery brain disease report from U.S. medical journal
An advocate for New Brunswick patients suffering from unusual neurological symptoms is calling for the retraction of a recent scientific report that found no evidence of a mystery brain disease in the province. Katherine Lanteigne, the former executive director of…
Hospital-based decision making raises privatization fears, hope for efficiencies
The Alberta premier’s announcement of her intent to restore local decision making to public health facilities is highlighting a philosophical divide in how to best manage the province’s stretched health budget. Premier Danielle Smith published a video online Tuesday, saying decisions about hiring…
Twice-a-year shot to prevent HIV approved in U.S.
The U.S. has approved the world’s only twice-a-year shot to prevent HIV, its maker Gilead Sciences announced Wednesday. It’s the first step in an anticipated global rollout that could protect millions — although it’s unclear how many in the U.S….
‘Sephora kids’ are using anti-aging creams. A new study says harms aren’t just skin deep
If you’ve recently witnessed a 10-year-old smear their face with an $80 anti-wrinkle cream — either in real life or in any number of “Get Ready With Me” TikTok videos — you’re probably already aware of the “Sephora kids” skin-care trend that has…
Alberta government faces mounting pushback to new COVID-19 vaccine policy
The Alberta government is facing fierce and mounting opposition to plans that will reduce access to publicly funded COVID-19 vaccines in the province The province announced late on Friday that it will limit funding of the COVID-19 shots to very…
23andMe ‘failed to take basic steps’ to protect private information, investigation finds
DNA testing company 23andMe didn’t have adequate data protections and ignored warning signs ahead of a massive data breach almost two years ago, an investigation by Canada’s privacy commissioner found. Commissioner Philippe Dufresne told reporters that proper protections were not…
Belleville remains under a state of emergency with little hope on the horizon
More than a year after Belleville, Ont., declared a state of emergency triggered by a spate of overdoses linked to the opioid epidemic, people at the heart of the crisis say the situation has gone from bad to worse. Brian Orford lives on…
Moms’ emotional statements open Ontario inquest for 7 Maplehurst inmates after overdose deaths
The coroner’s inquest into the deaths of seven men from drug overdoses while in custody at Maplehurst Correctional Complex in Milton, Ont., began Monday with emotional statements from the families being read to the jury. The men died either at Maplehurst or after transfer…
Despite ‘massive shift’ towards smoking over injection, Ontario has only 1 supervised drug inhalation space
Advocates and researchers say Ontario is far behind when it comes to protecting the growing number of drug users in the province who are choosing to inhale opioids rather than inject them. “We know what we need to help support…
Canadians spend billions on cosmetics each year, but dermatologists say only a fraction of products are needed
The Dose25:38How do cosmetics affect my skin health? Read the label on the average cosmetics product in your local drug store, and you’ll come across a variety of promises. A foundation brand may claim to be able to cover up…
Wildfire smoke carries short- and long-term health risks, Alberta experts warn
As Alberta faces the prospect of another summer plagued by wildfire smoke, experts are urging people to monitor conditions and take steps to protect their long-term health. Environment Canada issued an air quality warning for the city of Calgary on Wednesday as the…
Alberta’s measles outbreaks are now the worst in nearly half a century
Alberta’s measles surge is so dramatic, the last time case counts were higher Calgary did not have an NHL team, O Canada was not yet the official national anthem and gasoline would set you back 24 cents a litre. The province reported 29…
Men are not OK, report on premature deaths in Canada suggests
About 44 per cent of men living in Canada die prematurely, according to a new report from the Movember Institute of Men’s Health. The report defines premature mortality as deaths in men before age 75. The deaths from cancer, coronary…
Canada’s top doctor Theresa Tam leaving role at end of term June 20
Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer Dr. Theresa Tam is leaving her position at the end of next week. Tam has been in the role since June 2017, but became a household name in the last five years as she led…
Obstetrical, gynecological care patient complaints on the rise in Ontario, says patient ombudsman
New data shows more people are filing complaints about obstetrical and gynecological care in Ontario, with insensitivity, poor communication and lack of trauma awareness among the most common grievances. Ontario’s Patient Ombudsman Craig Thompson says his office received 168 complaints between April…
7 hospitalized after eating salami recalled due to possible salmonella
Seven people have been hospitalized after eating salami recalled due to possible salmonella contamination. The Public Health Agency of Canada released a notice Wednesday stating that 57 people — 44 in Alberta and 13 in Ontario — got sick after eating Rea…
How close are we to getting a vaccine for Lyme disease?
Diana Moser has, to the best of her knowledge, not contracted Lyme disease, a welcome status quo that might be credited to the tick-repellant clothing she wears in the yard of her East LaHave, N.S., home, or to the insect spray she…
From clinics to culinary tours to laser tag: How this Ontario city is wooing future doctors
Shahzeb Khan had never been to Cambridge, Ont., before. But after a week of touring private gardens, visiting various entertainment venues and shadowing family doctors and specialists, the University of Ottawa medical student is considering moving to the community after he…
Smoke blankets Alberta as fight against western wildfires continues
Smoke from wildfires burning across Alberta has blanketed much of the province, including the Edmonton region. Edmontonians woke up to worsening air quality — the distinct smell of burning wood and morning skies cloaked in an orange haze. Environment Canada…
These Gazan families came to Quebec for safety. Now, they face life without health coverage
When Nidal Zaqout arrived in Montreal last September from Gaza, he hoped to have a chance to rebuild his life. But safety didn’t mean the struggle was over. He soon realized that he and his family would only receive public…
Judge calls woman a ‘danger,’ sends her to prison after faking pregnancies, defrauding Ontario doulas
WARNING: This article references sexual assault, and may affect those who have experienced them or know someone affected by them. Kaitlyn Braun was sentenced to three years in prison in a Hamilton court room Monday after she faked being pregnant and…
6 infants born with congenital measles from unvaccinated mothers in Ontario since last fall
Ontario’s chief medical officer of health says six infants have been born with congenital measles since an outbreak began last fall, adding they were infected in the womb through mothers who were not vaccinated. Dr. Kieran Moore says these infants…
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People call this hotline when they use drugs alone
15 hours ago News Duration 9:17 An anonymous hotline has fielded over 20,000 calls from people across Canada who want support when using drugs alone, and as CBC’s Jennifer La Grassa uncovers, the callers who rely on the National Overdose…
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WATCH | Ozempic, Mounjaro linked to vision loss in diabetics
Researchers at the University of Toronto have found GLP-1 weight loss and diabetes drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro double the risk of a severe form of vision loss among diabetics, affecting daily activities such as reading and driving.
Seasonique birth control pills from Teva Canada recalled due to extra yellow tablets
Health Canada issued a recall notice on Friday for some Seasonique birth control products due to some packages containing the correct blue-green pills coming with extraneous yellow tablets. The agency says the recall is for the 0.01-milligram ethinyl estradiol, 0.03-milligram ethiny lestradiol and 0.15-milligram levonorgestrel Seasonique pills…
Influenza now killing more Nova Scotians than COVID-19
For the first time since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of Nova Scotians dying from influenza exceeds the number of COVID deaths. According to the province’s latest respiratory watch report, 124 Nova Scotians have died from influenza…
Marc Garneau died after ‘short but very difficult battle’ with cancer, former staffer says
Marc Garneau died this week after being diagnosed with two types of cancer earlier this year, his former staffer says. The first Canadian to travel to space and former cabinet minister died on Wednesday. He was 76. Marc Roy, Garneau’s former…
Nova Scotia recoups $3.7M in health-transfer clawbacks from Ottawa
Ottawa has paid Nova Scotia several million dollars in health transfers that were previously withheld because of people paying out of pocket for private MRIs and ultrasounds. According to the federal government, no one in Canada should pay for medically…
What we know about measles during pregnancy
The death of an Ontario infant born prematurely and infected with measles through the mother is raising questions about how the virus is transmitted during pregnancy. On Thursday, Ontario health officials announced the death of a baby who was infected with…
Measles-infected infant dies in southwestern Ontario
Ontario’s Ministry of Health announced on Thursday the first recorded death of a measles patient from the current outbreak that started in October of last year. Dr. Kieran Moore, Ontario’s chief medical officer of health, issued a statement announcing the…
Toronto doctor’s obstetrical and gynecological care was neglectful, patients allege
Marie-Louise Fitrion says she was asleep in a hospital bed when she woke up to an obstetrician’s hand in her vagina. It was Oct. 25, 2018, the morning of giving birth to her second child, and she says it triggered…
Some rape crisis centres report spike in calls since start of Hockey Canada sexual assault trial
WARNING: This article references sexual assault and may affect those who have experienced sexual violence or know someone impacted by it. Some rape crisis centres are reporting a big jump in calls since the start of the high-profile trial of five…
More than half of Canadians skipping health care such as dental, survey suggests
As the Canadian Dental Care Plan expands this week to include all eligible age groups, 35 per cent of Canadians report they’ve skipped or reduced dental visits, a new survey suggests. Dental care was the most commonly delayed health service,…
‘I have a life back’: How ketamine therapy is helping these Nova Scotians find relief from depression
For decades, Sherri Topple’s world was overshadowed by the crushing weight of depression that no medication or therapy seemed to fix. It wasn’t until she tried ketamine therapy that she finally felt a sense of relief. At her worst, the…
How the fate of a herd of ostriches on a small B.C. farm caught the attention of the Trump administration
Edgewood, B.C. isn’t usually the sort of place that would be on the radar of high-ranking White House officials. On the west shore of Lower Arrow Lake and surrounded by the Monashee Mountains, it’s a roughly 200-kilometre drive from Kelowna, B.C.,…
Hospital alleges its floors aren’t flat, files $100M lawsuit against builder
Humber River Health is suing the consortium contracted to build and maintain its Toronto hospital for $100 million, alleging that negligent design and construction is creating health and safety problems for patients and staff. The lawsuit, filed in early April, alleges…
A brisk walk a few times a week could help keep colon cancer away, study suggests
James Smith woke up from a colonoscopy to be told devastating news. At 59, he was diagnosed with colon cancer. Doctors found a mass so large it completely blocked their view of the rest of his colon. Smith said he…
Kelowna General Hospital doctors warn of ‘collapse’ of primary maternity care coverage
Doctors in the department of obstetrics and gynecology at Kelowna General Hospital (KGH) are warning that the maternity ward is on the verge of collapse amid a shortage of family physicians. A joint statement from all nine members of the department issued Thursday…
White House blames ‘formatting issues’ in health report that cited non-existent studies
The wide-ranging “Make America Healthy Again” (MAHA) report spearheaded by U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. cited hundreds of studies, but a closer look by the news organization NOTUS found that some of those studies did not actually…
Should childhood vaccinations be mandatory? Almost 70% of Canadians think so, according to a new poll
Measles cases are surging across Canada, so it might not come as a surprise that nearly 70 per cent of Canadians surveyed recently agreed that childhood vaccinations should be mandatory. The Angus Reid Institute polled nearly 1,700 Canadian adults online between…
Southern Alberta’s 472 confirmed measles cases ‘tip of the iceberg,’ health official says
As southern Alberta battles its worst measles outbreak in decades, some doctors are warning the virus is more rampant than the case counts show and they’re now struggling to keep up with demand. As of midday Wednesday, 628 cases had been confirmed…
B.C. ostriches won’t ‘necessarily’ be killed, says Canada’s agriculture minister
Canada’s minister of agriculture says a group of B.C. ostriches will “not necessarily” be killed, despite an order from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) that they be culled due to concerns about the avian flu. On Wednesday, reporters in Ottawa…
This UBC-developed website educates youth on when period pain is too much
Researchers at the University of B.C. have created a new website and social media campaign they hope will empower young people to take the experience of period pain more seriously. The website Period Pain is Real Pain, which was created…
Dr. Oz, billionaire John Catsimatidis offer to take B.C. ostriches ordered killed due to avian flu
High-profile officials in the U.S. federal government, along with a prominent billionaire, are now weighing in on the fate of a flock of ostriches ordered killed on a farm in a remote part of the B.C. Interior. Former TV host…
Calgary company at centre of daycare E. coli outbreak to be sentenced
The Calgary company at the centre of a daycare E. coli outbreak is set to be sentenced Tuesday morning after pleading guilty to bylaw offences last month. In April, Justice of the Peace Mathieu St-Germain accepted the company’s guilty plea to…
Online rehab program for rural lung patients to expand across Maritimes
When Lily MacDonald first signed in to an online workout session for women with COPD, she was sure she wasn’t going to like it. She couldn’t imagine doing an effective workout at her kitchen table. “At first I thought, ‘How…
How women’s advocates are using the Hockey Canada sexual assault trial to talk to players about consent
A month after the start of the high-profile sexual assault trial of five former junior hockey players in London, Ont., advocates against gender-based violence are using the proceedings to teach young men about consent and their responsibilities as role models for…
Canada achieved measles elimination status in 1998. Now, it could lose it
This story is part of CBC Health’s Second Opinion, a weekly analysis of health and medical science news emailed to subscribers on Saturday mornings. If you haven’t subscribed yet, you can do that by clicking here. As Canada’s measles outbreak continues…
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Less than half of Canadians able to access eating disorder supports, says service provider
Kristyne Agabob and Lisa Brooks from the Looking Glass Foundation say that the rate of eating disorders has increased since the COVID-19 pandemic, and that Canadians under 35 have the highest risk of developing an eating disorder.
‘Adulting 101’ programs help Gen Z catch up on key life skills
The Current23:49Adulting 101: How Gen Z fell behind on basic life skills Aldhen Garcia, a first-year student at Toronto Metropolitan University, says he has a lot of life skills to learn. “I don’t know how to change a tire. I don’t…
Innovative horse simulator helps riders with disabilities saddle up
“Do you want to go faster?” Jayne Imeson already knew the answer she was going to get from her six-year-old son, Casey, sitting astride his new steed in a park in Central Saanich, B.C. He nodded with a smile. “Always faster…
Breakup of Alberta health ministry will create confusion, doctors and nurses say
Organizations that represent Alberta’s physicians and nurses say the splitting of the provincial health ministry into two, at the same time Alberta Health Services is broken into four, will create confusion for patients. On Friday, Premier Danielle Smith announced that…
More than 170 new measles cases reported in Ontario, bringing total to nearly 1,800
Public Health Ontario says 173 more people have been infected with measles in the province over the past week. That brings the number of measles cases to 1,795 since Ontario’s outbreak began last October. The health agency’s weekly measles report,…
‘Rifts in families’: Parents seek better talk on vaccines as measles outbreak grows
As the measles outbreak grows in Alberta, some parents are feeling the strain. They’re trying to keep kids safe and navigate touchy vaccine conversations with friends and family, whether they’re pro-vaccines or not. Jillian Carter lives in Lethbridge, where the…
Lethbridge doctors worry about patient safety as ER staffing shortage drags on
Emergency room doctors in Lethbridge are warning that ongoing staffing shortages could make growing wait times even longer. An open letter signed by 16 physicians says the Chinook Regional Hospital has struggled to recruit emergency department physicians and wait times…