Former CDC head Tom Frieden criticizes a vaccine advisory panel's vote to end universal hepatitis B vaccination for newborns, calling it a dangerous mistake. Learn why experts are urging healthcare providers to ignore the new guidance.
A new public dashboard in Ontario provides real-time insights into community drug use through wastewater analysis. Discover the data and its implications for public health policy.
New data reveals more than 27,000 federal employees earned salaries of $150,000 or higher last year. Explore the breakdown and what it means for public sector spending.
A major review of B.C.'s health authorities will eliminate over 1,100 positions and redirect $60 million to front-line services. Learn how this restructuring aims to improve patient care.
British Columbia introduces a new rule requiring a witness for individuals using prescribed safer supply drugs. Learn about the policy aimed at preventing overdose deaths.
The U.S. government has discontinued its official recognition of World AIDS Day, breaking a tradition observed every December 1 since 1988. This significant policy shift marks a departure from decades of global health solidarity.
Cuban health officials confirm 33 fatalities from dengue and other mosquito-borne viruses as the epidemic spreads. Learn about the public health crisis and its implications.
Alberta's new health legislation allows private payment but maintains central control. Will this reduce wait times or just create more bureaucracy? Read our analysis.
Canada faces dual health crises as flu cases spike nationwide and chronic kidney disease deaths surge over three decades. Health officials call for urgent national framework.
Health Canada reports a significant spike in influenza cases nationwide, with an 8.1% test positivity rate for the week of November 22. Learn the latest details and how to protect yourself.
Northern Ontario's inaugural private mental health walk-in clinic has launched in Sudbury, offering immediate support services. Discover how this healthcare innovation addresses critical gaps in mental health care access.
Labrador faces a tuberculosis outbreak weeks after Inuit groups warned about health funding cuts. Learn about the crisis and its impact on Indigenous communities.
Alberta physicians explain why expanding private delivery within the public health system can improve access to timely care and reduce wait times for essential surgeries.
Atlantic Canada receives $4.7 million federal funding for dental care initiatives, improving access to essential oral health services across the region.
WHO reports a dramatic 71% decline in global measles cases over 24 years, crediting improved vaccination efforts. Learn how this public health victory was achieved.
A new report shows Alberta's health care spending is growing faster than the economy, reaching $9,597 per person in 2025. Discover the key factors driving this increase.
Montreal public health officials have issued an urgent warning about a dangerous new synthetic opioid found in the local drug supply. Learn the risks and safety information.
Saskatchewan Health Authority warns of measles exposure risk in Regina. Public health alert issued for potential contacts. Learn about symptoms and prevention measures.
Ralph Abraham, a prominent COVID-19 vaccine critic, has been appointed as principal deputy director at the CDC, signaling a major shift in U.S. public health policy under the Trump administration.
Vancouver city officials scrap controversial plan to remove baby change tables from public washrooms following strong public opposition. Learn how community advocacy made a difference.
As Alberta's health-care spending hits 39% of the provincial budget, the UCP proposes private service options. Could this blended model solve the system's crisis?
Saskatchewan health officials alert Saskatoon residents about potential measles exposure. Learn symptoms, prevention tips, and what to do if exposed.
Alberta's UCP government introduces fundamental health care legislation allowing private-public shifts, changing payment structures, and requiring health card reapplication.
Windsor-Essex County Health Unit has approved a modest spending increase for its 2026 budget. Learn how this affects local public health services in our community.
Federal government announces $35 million investment for 30 oral health training programs to strengthen Canada's dental care workforce and improve access to care.
Alberta's UCP proposes doctors work in both public and private systems. Critics argue this benefits the wealthy amid a staffing crisis where 80,000 await surgeries. Read the full analysis.
A Washington state resident has died from a rare H5N5 bird flu strain. Health officials confirm the risk to the public remains low. Learn the critical details and safety measures.
Regina health authorities warn about dangerous pink drug chunks causing overdose spike. Learn safety tips and emergency response procedures.
Health-care workers across Alberta commence strike action as union reveals picket locations. Get the latest updates on the labor dispute affecting provincial health services.
Approximately 3,500 Alberta LPNs and health-care aides are set to strike Saturday, potentially delaying elective surgeries. Learn the key details and impacts.