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Nova Scotia ER Patients Wait 70+ Hours for Beds

Shocking new data reveals Nova Scotia emergency room patients are waiting more than three days for hospital admission, exposing a deepening healthcare crisis in Atlantic Canada.

Rockyview Hospital Hosts Future Healthcare Workers

Rockyview General Hospital in Calgary opened its doors to the next generation of healthcare workers during a special Take Our Kids to Work Day event, giving young students an inspiring glimpse into medical careers.

Fort Macleod ER Closed Due to Staffing Crisis

Alberta's Fort Macleod emergency department faces temporary closure due to critical staff shortages, leaving residents without urgent care access. Learn about alternative options and the growing healthcare crisis in rural communities.

Staffing shortages deny sexual assault kits to survivors

A devastating healthcare shortage in Northern Ontario is forcing sexual assault survivors to be turned away from hospitals without receiving crucial forensic evidence collection kits, raising alarm among advocates and medical professionals.

German Nurse Gets Life for Murdering 10 Patients

A former German nurse has been sentenced to life in prison for the murder of 10 patients in a disturbing case that has shaken Germany's healthcare system. Discover the chilling details of how he manipulated medical records and administered lethal drug ove

US Shutdown Threatens Canadian Travel Plans

The longest U.S. government shutdown in history could disrupt Canadian travel plans with potential airport delays, security staffing shortages, and economic impacts crossing the border.

Vancouver Hospital Uses AI to Detect Heart Failure

St. Paul's Hospital in Vancouver is deploying cutting-edge artificial intelligence to detect heart failure earlier and more accurately, potentially saving countless lives through advanced technology.

Edmonton Hospital Weapons Screening System Considered

The Royal Alexandra Hospital in Edmonton is exploring advanced weapons screening technology as part of a comprehensive safety strategy following increased security incidents across Alberta Health Services facilities.

PEI's $1.6B Plan: New Hospital & Schools Coming

Prince Edward Island reveals ambitious five-year capital plan featuring new hospital, schools, and healthcare facilities across the province in historic infrastructure investment.

Regina Hospital Deploys Robotic Surgery System

Regina's Pasqua Hospital joins the robotic surgery frontier with a state-of-the-art da Vinci system, enhancing precision and recovery times for patients across southern Saskatchewan.

Halifax Hospital Stabbing Case Heads to Jury Trial

A Nova Scotia man accused in a violent hospital stabbing incident has chosen a judge and jury trial. Get the latest courtroom developments and what's next in this high-profile Halifax case.

Downtown Toronto Stabbing Sends Two to Hospital

A violent stabbing incident in downtown Toronto left two men hospitalized with serious injuries after an altercation at a residential apartment building. Police are investigating the attack that occurred Saturday evening.

UK Train Stabbing: 9 Victims Fighting for Life

A violent stabbing attack aboard a train in the United Kingdom has left 10 people hospitalized, with nine victims sustaining life-threatening injuries in what police are treating as a major incident.

Taekwondo Dojo Kicks for Sick Kids in Edmonton

An Edmonton taekwondo school is combining martial arts mastery with community compassion, launching a powerful fundraising campaign to support the Stollery Children's Hospital Foundation through high-flying kicks and community spirit.

Air Traffic Controller Shortage Worsens US Flight Delays

Mounting flight delays across the United States are being exacerbated by a severe shortage of air traffic controllers, with the situation threatening to deteriorate further as the government shutdown approaches its one-month mark.

RVH's tiniest patients rock Blue Jays gear in NICU

The NICU at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre is showing major league spirit as their smallest patients sport miniature Blue Jays uniforms, bringing joy and comfort to families during challenging times.

Mission Hospital ER Closed Over Halloween Weekend

Patients in Mission, BC faced limited emergency care options as the local hospital's emergency department closed for nearly 48 hours due to severe staffing shortages during the Halloween weekend.

Vancouver Island Police Face Critical Staffing Crisis

Multiple police departments across Vancouver Island are sounding the alarm about severe staffing shortages that threaten public safety and officer well-being. Learn which communities are most affected.

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