Windsor gambling cases double, HDGH seeks ad restrictions
Windsor's HDGH reports local gambling cases have doubled, calling for urgent limits on sports-betting advertising. Learn about the growing addiction crisis.
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Halifax company releases promising cancer study results
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.
Black Friday Deal: Avène Cicalfate+ Cream 30% Off
Discover Avène Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream during Black Friday sales. Save 30% on this French skincare solution for eczema, dermatitis and sensitive skin relief.
Kidney Disease Deaths Spike in Canada, Framework Urged
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.
Windsor HART Hub Opens for Mental Health Support
Windsor-Essex launches HART Hub to provide crucial mental health and addiction services. Learn how this new facility will support community wellness and recovery efforts.
SKYRIZI® Gets Positive Reimbursement for UC in Canada
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.
Vancouver sees alarming spike in non-fatal overdoses
Vancouver health authorities report significant increase in non-fatal overdoses. Learn about the crisis response and public health implications. Stay informed about addiction recovery resources.
Grey Bruce drug disposal nets meds for hockey tickets
Grey Bruce residents exchanged unused pharmaceuticals for Barrie Colts hockey tickets in a successful medication safety initiative. Learn how this program helps combat opioid misuse and environmental contamination.
Edmonton's Cancer Care Breakthrough Cuts Treatment Costs 90%
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 renews detox centre funding amid confusion
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.
Royal Ottawa Launches Day Detox for Addiction Treatment
The Royal Ottawa introduces Canada's first day detox program for alcohol and opioid addiction, addressing overwhelming demand with innovative outpatient care.
B.C. parents push for involuntary care for addicted youth
Desperate British Columbia parents are advocating for policy changes to allow involuntary care for drug-addicted children. Learn about their emotional fight for reform.
Calgarian's 5-year kidney donor wait reveals transplant crisis
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.
$1M Legion donation for veteran VR PTSD treatments
Edmonton's HiMARCC receives $1 million Legion donation for groundbreaking virtual reality therapy treating PTSD in Canadian veterans. Innovative treatment shows promising results.
Fentanyl-linked fatal overdoses rise in Nova Scotia
New research reveals illicit opioids like fentanyl are driving a concerning increase in fatal overdoses across Nova Scotia. Learn about the crisis and its impacts.
Ottawa youth addiction advocate Joshua Clatney dies at 28
Joshua Clatney, a fierce advocate for youth struggling with addiction in Ottawa, has passed away at age 28. Learn about his remarkable journey from addiction to community leadership.
Toronto's radical plan for homeless shelters and drugs
Toronto's shelter guidelines encourage hiring active drug users and providing drug services in all facilities, including those with children. A controversial shift in harm reduction.
Winnipeg sewage capacity crisis reaches critical point
Winnipeg confronts urgent sewage capacity limitations as North End Treatment Plant construction continues. Learn about the infrastructure challenges facing Manitoba's capital.
Montreal issues overdose alert for new synthetic opioid
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.
Jodie Sweetin's First Drink at 14 Sparked Addiction
Full House star Jodie Sweetin details her first alcohol experience at age 14 and subsequent addiction struggles in a revealing podcast interview about her recovery journey.
Manitoba approves rare disease drug coverage
Jeremy Bray wins drug coverage for rare condition after provincial announcement. Read how this decision impacts rare disease patients across Manitoba.
Manitoba puts millions toward rural water upgrades
Manitoba announces significant funding for rural water and wastewater system improvements across the province. Learn how this investment will impact communities.
Manitoba announces new meth crisis plan with coordination
Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew reveals coordinated strategy to tackle methamphetamine crisis, including new resources and enhanced collaboration across government agencies.
Frontline worker calls for improved Sask. addictions care
Chantel Huel, a former addict turned outreach worker, urges Saskatchewan to enhance addiction treatment services. Her powerful story highlights the need for better support systems.
Novo's obesity drug shows 14.5% weight loss in trial
Novo Nordisk's experimental obesity drug amycretin demonstrates significant weight loss results in mid-stage study, advancing to late-phase testing for diabetes patients.
Winnipeg man denied $300k treatment coverage
Jeremy Bray fights for life-changing spinal muscular atrophy treatment after Manitoba denies coverage. Learn about his journey and healthcare challenges.
Breakthrough in aggressive brain tumour treatment
Canadian and U.S. researchers achieve major breakthrough in treating aggressive brain tumours using innovative portable ultrasound technology. Learn how this could revolutionize cancer care.
Study: Short-Form Videos Harm Mental Health
A major analysis of 71 studies finds short-form videos like TikTok and Instagram Reels are linked to poorer cognition and mental health decline. Learn the risks.
Ottawa addiction recovery group celebrates 42 years
Serenity Renewal for Families celebrates four decades of supporting individuals and families affected by addiction in Ottawa. Learn about their vital community work.
First in Canada: Surrey man gets chronic pain implant
A Surrey man makes medical history as Canada's first recipient of an electrical device implant for chronic pain relief. Learn about this groundbreaking treatment.
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