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Savannah Guthrie Announces Vocal Surgery, Weeks Off

Today show host Savannah Guthrie reveals she needs surgery for vocal nodules and a polyp, requiring weeks off work and total silence for recovery. Get the details on her announcement and co-hosts' support.

Dubé's Legacy: Quebec Health System Battered and Broken

An analysis of Christian Dubé's tumultuous five-year tenure as Quebec Health Minister, marked by ambitious reforms, soaring wait times, and a system left in crisis. Discover the mixed legacy of his push for transparency and efficiency.

Canadian defender Shelina Zadorsky has ankle surgery

West Ham United announced veteran Canadian international Shelina Zadorsky underwent ankle surgery. The procedure impacts her availability for club and country. Get the latest details on her recovery timeline.

Prehab Improves Surgical Recovery for Frail Patients

A major Canadian study finds pre-surgery exercise and nutrition programs significantly reduce post-operative disability for frail older adults, but only when patients fully engage. Learn about the findings and one Ottawa man's success story.

NY Times Sues Pentagon Over Press Crackdown

The New York Times has filed a lawsuit against the Pentagon, alleging a crackdown on press freedoms. Get the latest details on this major legal and media confrontation.

Alberta expands private surgery options to tackle wait times

Alberta Health Minister Adriana LaGrange unveils new legislation allowing doctors to perform public surgeries in private clinics. She hopes this hybrid model, addressing Canada's chronic wait times, could be replicated across the country.

$7.5M Gift Fuels Surgical Robotics in Victoria Hospitals

A $7.5-million match donation is propelling Victoria's community hospitals to national leadership in robotic surgery, dramatically improving patient recovery times and reducing wait lists. Discover how philanthropy is transforming local healthcare.

Canadian Surgeons Return to Ukraine After 3 Years

The Canada Ukraine Surgical Aid Program completes its first mission inside Ukraine since 2022, performing complex reconstructive surgeries for war victims and training local medical teams.

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