Judy Darcy, B.C.'s inaugural Minister of Mental Health and Addictions, argues the ministry's recent merger back into Health is an error. In a new memoir, she reveals how her mother's struggle shaped her work.
The Wheatley Water Treatment Plant in Chatham-Kent is officially operational again after a 2023 fire. Get the details on the restoration and its importance for local water security.
Gloves in a Bottle shielding lotion offers up to 12 hours of protection for dry, cracked skin. Read reviews from eczema and psoriasis sufferers who found relief. Available on Amazon.
A Canadian woman traveling as a surrogate for a fertility procedure was refused entry into the United States, raising questions about border policies for medical travel. Read the full story.
Saskatchewan introduces new legislation permitting individuals deemed a danger due to severe addiction to be held in secure treatment. Learn about the details and implications of this significant policy shift.
The Saskatchewan government has tabled new legislation permitting involuntary treatment for severe addiction cases. Learn about the Compassionate Intervention Act, its safeguards, and the path to implementation in spring 2026.
New research supports using occipital nerve blocks in emergency rooms for acute migraine pain. Learn about this treatment option now available in Calgary.
The Saskatchewan government has introduced The Compassionate Intervention Act, a new law aimed at helping individuals with severe addictions access treatment. Learn about the details and implications.
The Saskatchewan government will table The Compassionate Intervention Act, allowing involuntary treatment for severe addictions. The fall sitting concludes amid health and deficit pressures.
U.S. telehealth giant Hims & Hers acquires Canadian platform Livewell, positioning itself to launch generic semaglutide (Ozempic) in Canada as Novo Nordisk's patent lapses. The move targets a market where two-thirds of adults face weight-related health ch
The number of problem gamblers seeking help in Windsor has doubled in six years, coinciding with the rise of online gaming. Experts call it an 'invisible addiction' with devastating consequences.
Former Québec solidaire MNA Dr. Amir Khadir speaks out following his six-month suspension, defending prolonged antibiotic therapies for complex infections. Read his full statement.
Patients speak out in support of Dr. Amir Khadir, suspended for treating chronic Lyme disease. They report life-changing improvements and warn of a healthcare access crisis in Quebec.
Saskatchewan introduces The Response To Illicit Drugs Act, enabling citizens to take civil action against drug offenders. Learn about the new legislation and its implications.
Saskatchewan announces severe new penalties, including fines up to $1 million, for trafficking fentanyl and methamphetamine. Learn about the government's latest measures to combat the deadly drug crisis.
A new coalition of health workers and advocates launches at Queen's Park, urging the province to increase access to life-saving opioid addiction treatment. Learn about their demands.
For two decades, The Ottawa Hospital's On Track program has helped youth recover from psychosis with high success rates, offering hope and a path forward. Discover how early intervention changes lives.
Ottawa Charge head coach Carla MacLeod shares her breast cancer diagnosis and begins treatment. The determined coach aims to return to the bench. Read her inspiring story.
Dr. Julio Montaner warns that underfunding HIV treatment and prevention now will cost Canada more later. Cases are rising despite proven tools like TasP and PrEP.
A new 50-bed live-in facility for substance use treatment will open in New Brunswick in summer 2026 at Eagle's Eye View Cottages, marking a significant expansion of addiction recovery services in the province.
Addiction experts warn Ontario's unregulated safer supply program fuels diversion and addiction via electronic pill mills. Learn about the crisis and calls for action.
A Halifax life sciences company announces groundbreaking cancer treatment study results. Learn about this medical breakthrough and its potential impact on cancer care in Canada.
Discover Avène Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream during Black Friday sales. Save 30% on this French skincare solution for eczema, dermatitis and sensitive skin relief.
Chronic kidney disease deaths have surged 71% in Canada over three decades, prompting calls for a national framework. Learn about the crisis affecting 1 in 10 Canadians.
Saskatchewan RCMP announce multiple arrests following a significant drug bust in northern Saskatchewan. Get the latest details on the police operation and charges.
Canada's Drug Agency recommends SKYRIZI® for ulcerative colitis reimbursement, and AbbVie signs a Letter of Intent with the pCPA, improving access for 120,000 Canadians.
Edmonton's Cross Cancer Institute leads a revolutionary immunotherapy approach, achieving 52% remission rates while slashing treatment costs by 90%. Discover how local research transforms cancer care.
Saskatoon City Council has renewed funding for a provincial detox centre, though some councillors admitted they didn't know its location. Learn about this important decision for addiction recovery services.
The Royal Ottawa introduces Canada's first day detox program for alcohol and opioid addiction, addressing overwhelming demand with innovative outpatient care.
Rossalyn Fritz waits 9 hours daily on dialysis as new report shows rising deaths on transplant lists. Her story underscores Canada's growing organ donation crisis.