After losing their toddler Aiden, Emily Henderson's family receives a unique gift—an Easy Button with his laugh. A story of grief, memory, and finding joy in the hardest moments. Read their journey.
An Ottawa doctor provides crucial, actionable advice to keep young children safe from choking hazards this holiday season and beyond. Learn the essential prevention steps.
New federal data reveals a sharp 61% rise in confirmed flu cases across Canada, with children and youth disproportionately affected. Saskatchewan reports nearly half of recent cases in patients under 20. Learn the latest impacts.
A Saskatchewan nurse recounts a frightening event where a patient brought firearms and knives into a Saskatoon emergency room. Read the full story and its implications for hospital safety.
New research supports using occipital nerve blocks in emergency rooms for acute migraine pain. Learn about this treatment option now available in Calgary.
A key U.S. immunization committee suggests revising the universal hepatitis B vaccine recommendation for newborns, a policy Canada watches closely. Learn the details and potential implications.
Discover must-see Edmonton events this week, including Sun Kil Moon at Starlite Room, Dana Holst's daily art drops, and Evan Robinson's gallery show. Plan your cultural calendar now.
A transformative $2 million donation to the IWK Foundation establishes the Dr. Margaret Oulton Accelerate Chair in Women+ Health Research, promising major advances in care.
Canadian children's hospitals are experiencing a significant increase in influenza cases as an earlier-than-usual season takes hold. Health officials urge vaccination.
A teen from Alberta is a pioneer in pediatric surgery, undergoing a robot-assisted transplant at the University of Alberta Hospital. This marks a significant advancement in Canadian medical technology.
Saskatchewan's NDP introduces legislation mandating public alerts when rural emergency rooms lack physician coverage. Learn about the proposed bill and its implications for healthcare transparency.
A federal vaccine committee may scrap the decades-old recommendation for a hepatitis B shot at birth, a move experts warn could lead to hundreds of preventable infections and deaths in children.
Ottawa's CHEO reports a worrying increase in flu cases and hospital admissions among children. Health officials urge vigilance and preventive measures as the season intensifies.
Novo Nordisk, maker of Wegovy, plans clinical trials for its experimental obesity medication CagriSema in overweight children and adolescents. Get the latest details on this significant development in pediatric health.
Santa Claus made a special visit to the Alberta Children's Hospital on Monday, bringing smiles to young patients, families, and staff. Read about this heartwarming holiday event.
Edmonton police are searching for a man connected to a series of locker room thefts at local fitness centres. Authorities urge the public to review security footage and report any information.
Not sure if you need urgent care or the emergency room? Canadian doctors explain the critical differences, costs, and when a wrong choice can be life-threatening. Learn how to make the right call for your health.
Utah police arrested a suspect accused of stealing a valuable Rolex watch worth $12,000 from a gym locker room. The theft occurred while the victim was exercising.
11-year-old Dalia Valle shares her powerful story of supporting her brother Mavi through his AVM rupture and recovery, highlighting the role of Variety Village and the Sun Christmas Fund.
Hyivy Health wins $25,000 prize at CHEO's Shark Tank-style healthcare innovation event in Ottawa, showcasing groundbreaking pediatric medical advancements.
A groundbreaking partnership between LHSC and Shriners Hospitals is transforming pediatric care in London, reducing travel burdens and improving pain management for young patients across the region.
The Fort Macleod Emergency Room faces temporary overnight closure due to qualified staff shortage. Learn about the impact and healthcare challenges in rural Alberta.
Quebec's Bill 2 jeopardizes specialized pediatric palliative care for vulnerable children. Pediatricians warn the legislation could force doctors from this essential field.
Essential guidance for Canadian parents during peak cold and flu season. Learn preventive strategies and when to seek medical attention for your child's health.
Quebec's government tables bill to strengthen secularism as Montreal university students protest prayer room bans. Get the latest on this developing political story.
Windsor's Cozy Cats initiative seeks community support to renovate cat facilities at WECHS. Learn how you can help create better spaces for felines awaiting forever homes.
University students in Montreal are speaking out against the Quebec government's proposed ban on prayer rooms. Learn how this affects religious freedom on campus.
Alberta government selects University of Alberta south campus site for new standalone Stollery Children's Hospital. Planning continues for facility serving 300,000+ children annually across Western Canada.
Edmonton's Stollery Children's Hospital will get a new independent facility, marking a significant healthcare advancement for pediatric care in Alberta. Learn more about this groundbreaking development.
Haimana Romana shares his terrifying near-death experience after suffering a heart attack in a Winnipeg emergency room. Read his shocking story and learn about emergency care challenges.