Manitoba's official opposition calls for a mandatory standard of care for children with type-1 diabetes in schools. Parents in Winnipeg are advocating for provincial support for younger students.
A medical team from London, Ontario, is using 3D printing to create custom fixators for severe bone fractures in Gaza. This innovative approach offers critical care where resources are scarce.
The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit issues an urgent warning after 15 opioid overdoses in one week, 12 involving fentanyl. Learn the safety tips and how to respond.
British Columbia introduces a new rule requiring a witness for individuals using prescribed safer supply drugs. Learn about the policy aimed at preventing overdose deaths.
A Nova Scotia researcher has earned an innovation award for developing an all-natural tick repellent. Learn about this breakthrough in public health and pest control.
Windsor-Essex health officials report a surge of 15 suspected overdoses in under a week. Learn about the crisis, naloxone's role, and community response.
A leading cardiologist calls the White House explanation for Trump's recent medical imaging 'laughable' and evasive, questioning the need for advanced tests. Learn the details and expert analysis.
The rollout of a groundbreaking long-acting injectable HIV prevention drug, lenacapavir, in South Africa offers new hope in the fight against the virus. Learn how this innovation could shape the future of public health.
The Onlyone rechargeable water flosser is 20% off for Amazon Prime members. Reviewers say it's a game-changer for oral hygiene and makes a perfect holiday gift. Get it for $23.99.
A woman suffered life-threatening injuries after being found on fire inside a tent at a south Etobicoke encampment on December 2, 2025. Paramedics rushed her to hospital.
A Montreal-area hospital announces a three-month closure of its maternity ward starting December 2025 due to severe staffing shortages, impacting prenatal and delivery services.
Actor Dave Coulier reveals a new cancer diagnosis, undergoing radiation for HPV-linked tongue cancer. He remains optimistic about the high cure rate. Read his story.
The sudden closure of The Gardens Community Health Centre in Regina has left thousands scrambling for care, highlighting Saskatchewan's ongoing primary care crisis. Learn what happened and the political fallout.
Novo Nordisk, maker of Wegovy, plans clinical trials for its experimental obesity medication CagriSema in overweight children and adolescents. Get the latest details on this significant development in pediatric health.
Windsor's Plasma Donor Centre is fully booked after starting to accept whole blood donations. Canadian Blood Services cites soaring demand, with appointments needed to support a critical national supply.
Hong Kong's Chief Executive announces an independent committee to investigate a fatal fire, responding to growing public demands for answers and accountability.
As dementia cases are set to rise in Canada, neurologists share their daily, science-backed habits—from walking to a colleague's desk to eating olive oil—to protect brain health and reduce risk.
For two decades, The Ottawa Hospital's On Track program has helped youth recover from psychosis with high success rates, offering hope and a path forward. Discover how early intervention changes lives.
A Saskatoon resident celebrates her 100th birthday, reflecting on a lifetime of change. Read about her story and the local events shaping our community.
HIV Edmonton marks World AIDS Day by challenging stigma and promoting compassion. Learn about their mission and the importance of seeing people, not the virus.
A Quebec patient shares how Dr. Ahmed Aoude saved her life and leg, urging the government to reconsider Bill 2's impact on doctors. Read her emotional appeal.
Santa Claus arrived in a STARS air ambulance helicopter to deliver gifts and smiles to young patients at Alberta Children's Hospital in Calgary. A heartwarming holiday tradition continues.
Santa Claus made a special visit to the Alberta Children's Hospital on Monday, bringing smiles to young patients, families, and staff. Read about this heartwarming holiday event.
The U.S. government has discontinued its official recognition of World AIDS Day, breaking a tradition observed every December 1 since 1988. This significant policy shift marks a departure from decades of global health solidarity.
Alberta Health Services warns of measles exposure at Calgary International Airport and Claresholm General Hospital. Learn the exposure times, symptoms, and how to check your vaccination status.
Dr. Julio Montaner warns that underfunding HIV treatment and prevention now will cost Canada more later. Cases are rising despite proven tools like TasP and PrEP.
Cuban health officials confirm 33 fatalities from dengue and other mosquito-borne viruses as the epidemic spreads. Learn about the public health crisis and its implications.
A new Angus Reid Institute survey confirms Saskatchewan's family doctor shortage remains a critical problem. Read the details and what it means for residents' healthcare access.
New Canadian guidelines urge doctors to prescribe HIV prevention drugs without gatekeeping. New data shows a slight decline in diagnoses, but rates remain high in the Prairies.
Alberta health officials confirm a measles case on a flight to Calgary. Passengers are urged to check their vaccination status and monitor for symptoms.