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.
An Indiana couple is demanding changes after the mother was allegedly discharged from Franciscan Health while in active labor, leading to a car birth. The father speaks out.
The Saskatchewan government will table The Compassionate Intervention Act, allowing involuntary treatment for severe addictions. The fall sitting concludes amid health and deficit pressures.
The elite Philips Sonicare ExpertClean 7500 electric toothbrush is 50% off on Amazon Canada, a rare price drop to under $100. Reviewers rave about its dentist-level clean.
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
A key U.S. immunization committee suggests revising the universal hepatitis B vaccine recommendation for newborns, a policy Canada watches closely. Learn the details and potential implications.
A federal vaccine committee, now led by skeptics, voted to halt guidance for universal newborn hepatitis B vaccination. Public health experts warn this could lead to thousands of preventable infections and dangerous confusion.
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.
A journalist's personal account of how online wellness trends and misinformation led to orthorexia, detailing the science, social media's role, and the difficult path to recovery. Discover the real impact of food anxiety.
A dangerous prescribing cascade sees older women overtreated due to a lack of female-specific guidelines. Learn about the systemic neglect and its health consequences.
Nutritionists reveal how smoothies, oatmeal, and other 'healthy' foods can cause glucose spikes and crashes. Learn the GI/GL difference and simple tricks for steady energy.
Heavy winter coats can strain your spine and alter posture, leading to pain. Experts reveal the most harmful features and how to choose a spine-friendly coat to stay warm and pain-free.
A neurologist with 30 years of practice reveals the #1 reason for brain health problems and why 'eating the rainbow' is crucial. Learn how to feed your cells for optimal cognitive function.
Dementia affects millions, but early signs aren't just cognitive. Learn the 6 key physical symptoms, from walking trouble to sleep changes, and why early diagnosis is crucial for Canadians.
The United States and Kenya have inked the first in a series of anticipated 'America First' global health agreements. This landmark deal signals a new direction in U.S. foreign health policy. Read more about the implications.
Quebec health authorities report a new measles case in the Laurentians, the first since April, and warn of a potential outbreak. The infected person visited a pediatric clinic in St-Eustache.
A new report details the extreme dangers Afghan women face seeking abortions under Taliban rule, including horrific traditional methods. Read the full story on the human rights crisis.
Moose Jaw police are investigating the Lakeview Wellness Centre following serious concerns about the mistreatment of an American woman. Get the latest details on the ongoing probe.
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.
A Swift Current woman shares her ordeal of being turned away from her local hospital during labour, forcing a lengthy trip. Read her story and the impact of regional service disruptions.
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.
Dr. Carolyn Emery of the University of Calgary spearheaded a global consensus, creating 56 recommendations to reduce the high injury and concussion rates plaguing female athletes.
London Health Sciences Centre is changing its mental health benefits for certain employee groups, moving from unlimited coverage to a managed program. Learn about the details and implications.
London Health Sciences Centre unveils a new health care program designed to bridge the gap between hospital discharge and home recovery, providing crucial support for patients like Elisabeth Hutchison.
Philanthropist Bill Gates warns AFP that reductions in global aid are resulting in a tragic increase in child mortality. Learn the critical details and global implications.
A new public dashboard in Ontario provides real-time insights into community drug use through wastewater analysis. Discover the data and its implications for public health policy.
The Sabin Vaccine Institute has delivered over 640 doses of its unlicensed cAd3-Marburg vaccine to Ethiopia for a Phase 2 trial amid an outbreak with an 88% fatality rate. Learn about the global response.
Alberta Health Services sees another leadership change as interim CEO Andre Tremblay goes on leave. Erin O'Neill steps in as the new interim head. Get the latest details on this provincial healthcare shift.
Quebec health authorities report the first measles case in the Montreal area since April 2025. Public health urges vaccination checks as a precaution.
A transformative $2 million donation to the IWK Foundation establishes the Dr. Margaret Oulton Accelerate Chair in Women+ Health Research, promising major advances in care.