FDA Vaccine Chief Vinay Prasad Departs Again Amid Controversy
Dr. Vinay Prasad, the FDA's embattled vaccine chief, is leaving the agency for the second time in less than a year following high-profile disputes over vaccine and drug reviews.
Category : Medical Research
Pink Noise Machines Disrupt REM Sleep, Study Reveals
New research from the University of Pennsylvania suggests pink noise-producing sleep machines reduce REM sleep, crucial for memory and emotional processing. Earplugs proved more effective for blocking disruptive sounds.
Psilocybin Eases Distress in Dying Patients: Ottawa Study
Ottawa researchers report promising early results from a novel trial using psilocybin microdoses to alleviate severe psychological distress in palliative care patients.
Ottawa ALS Patient Selected for First-of-Its-Kind Trial
Raymond St. Pierre, an Ottawa resident living with ALS, has been selected to participate in a pioneering clinical trial at The Ottawa Hospital, offering new hope for treatment.
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Johnny Huard Receives Arnold I. Caplan Award at AAOS
Johnny Huard, Ph.D., Chief Scientific Officer at Steadman Philippon Research Institute, has been awarded the Arnold I. Caplan Award for Distinguished Research in Orthobiologics at the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons' annual meeting in New Orleans
U.S. Autism Panel to Examine Potential Causes Under Kennedy
U.S. Secretary of Health Robert F. Kennedy Jr. establishes a new federal panel to investigate the potential causes of autism, aiming to advance research and public health strategies.
Helus Pharma Phase 2 Anxiety Drug Shows Promising Results
Helus Pharma announces statistically significant Phase 2 results for HLP004 in treating generalized anxiety disorder, showing durable effects and strong tolerability.
Birdwatching Expertise Boosts Brain Health, Study Finds
A Canadian neuroscience study shows expert birdwatchers have structural brain differences associated with attention and perception, suggesting cognitive benefits from specialized knowledge.
HPV Vaccine Key to Preventing Cervical Cancer, Says Expert
Dr. Sarah Kean emphasizes the critical role of HPV vaccination in preventing cervical cancer, urging parents to understand its effectiveness and importance for public health.
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AI Weapons Detection System Coming to Nova Scotia Hospital
Aberdeen Hospital in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, is set to install an advanced AI-powered weapons detection system to enhance security and protect patients and staff.
Science and Education Key to Healthcare Solutions
Dr. Todd Anderson, dean of the Cumming School of Medicine, emphasizes that recruiting top talent and leveraging research are essential for an outstanding healthcare system in Calgary's growth.
AI Health Misinformation Threatens Canadians, Expert Warns
University of Alberta expert Timothy Caulfield highlights the increasing difficulty in distinguishing AI-generated health content from legitimate sources, raising public health risks.
Philips Unveils Rembra CT at ECR 2026: Speed and Access Breakthrough
Royal Philips introduces its next-generation Rembra CT system at ECR 2026, featuring industry-leading reconstruction speeds up to 106 images per second and capacity for 270 patients daily to support acute imaging environments.
Calgary Expert Advocates for Permanent Standard Time
University of Calgary circadian rhythm expert Dr. Michael Antle argues permanent standard time aligns better with human physiology as Alberta considers ending biannual clock changes.
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AlayaCare AI Saves Home Care Agencies 80% Time and Costs
AlayaCare introduces AI-powered autonomous agents to streamline home care operations, reducing manual workload by up to 80% and enhancing caregiver efficiency with features like automated visit verification and care plan drafting.
Study Validates Cannabix-Omega Marijuana Breath Test Accuracy
A groundbreaking peer-reviewed study published in the Journal of Analytical Toxicology demonstrates the accuracy of Omega Laboratories' test method using Cannabix Technologies' breath collection unit for detecting recent marijuana use.
3M Canadians on GLP-1 Drugs Reshape Eating, Spending
A new survey reveals that approximately 3 million Canadian adults are now taking GLP-1 medications, leading to significant changes in dietary patterns and household expenditures across the nation.
AI Tool at CHEO Aims to Cut Pediatric Mental Health ER Revisits
Researchers at CHEO are developing an AI algorithm to predict which young mental health patients are most likely to return to the emergency department, aiming to provide targeted support and reduce high revisit rates.
Montreal's Forgotten Neurosurgery Pioneer Deserves Recognition
While Wilder Penfield became a legend, his colleague William Cone co-founded the Montreal Neurological Institute and made groundbreaking contributions that have been largely forgotten. A new book argues it's time to honor this unsung medical hero.
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Cannabis Use Linked to Higher Anxiety and Depression in Canada
A new Canadian study finds a concerning correlation between increasing cannabis consumption and rising rates of anxiety and depression across the nation, highlighting significant public health implications.
Virtual Hallway Cuts Patient Wait Times with 50 Specialties
Virtual Hallway, launched five years ago in Nova Scotia for psychiatry, now serves 50 medical specialties across six provinces, significantly speeding up referrals and reducing patient delays.
Canada's Drug Agency Denies Public Alzheimer's Drug Funding
Canada's Drug Agency has ruled against public funding for lecanemab, a new Alzheimer's drug, limiting access for patients despite its potential to slow disease progression.
Longevity Science vs Biohacking Hype: Expert Insights
Amidst a surge in aging research, Dr. Joe Schwarcz examines historical anti-aging attempts, modern biohacking trends, and highlights Dr. Eric Topol's evidence-based approach to longevity.
Forever Chemicals Age Men Over 50 Faster Than Women
New research indicates toxic PFAS chemicals found in plastics disproportionately accelerate biological aging in men aged 50-65 compared to women, raising significant public health concerns.
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McGill Study Links Sleep Patterns to Health Risks
A new McGill University study identifies five distinct sleep-wake profiles, linking them to varying health and behavioral patterns, with significant implications for night owls and early birds.
FDA Approves First Targeted Therapy for HER2-Mutant Lung Cancer
The FDA has granted accelerated approval to HERNEXEOS® (zongertinib) for adults with HER2-mutant advanced non-small cell lung cancer as an initial treatment option, based on a 76% objective response rate in clinical trials.
Doctor's Vulnerabilities Fuel Humanistic Medicine Advocacy
Dr. Tom Hutchinson reveals personal struggles in memoir, advocating for whole-person care to combat physician burnout and bureaucratic medical systems.
AI-Designed Oral GLP-1 Drug Enters Phase III Trial
MindRank announces first patient dosed in Phase III trial of MDR-001, an AI-designed oral GLP-1 receptor agonist for obesity and type 2 diabetes treatment in China.
U of A Celebrates Innovation and Partnerships at HealthTech 2026
The University of Alberta hosted the HealthTech Forward 2026 conference, highlighting local innovation and partnerships in medical technology, with ST Innovations director Vivian Mushahwar as a key speaker.
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Book Stresses Dignity for Patients Facing Death
Psychiatrist Harvey Max Chochinov's new compilation 'In Search of Dignity' explores decades of palliative care research, emphasizing personhood over patienthood in medical encounters throughout life.
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