The measles outbreak in the United States continues to grow, with five additional states reporting cases this week. California, Minnesota, Washington, Idaho, and Kentucky have joined the list of affected regions.
A water crisis in Kashechewan First Nation may have led to parasite infections among residents, prompting evacuations and a state of emergency in Northern Ontario.
Residents of Kashechewan First Nation in northern Ontario test positive for a parasite during an evacuation, raising health concerns in the remote community.
The United States has formally severed ties with the World Health Organization, citing its COVID-19 response and inability to reform. The Trump administration insists the U.S. will remain a global health leader.
Severe flooding in Mozambique has displaced crocodiles into urban areas, raising significant health and safety concerns for local communities.
Medical experts detail frostbite onset times as Toronto faces extreme cold from the polar vortex. Learn critical warning signs and safety measures during dangerous wind chills.
As bone-chilling temperatures grip Canada, learn about severe frostbite risks, treatment methods, and how to protect yourself during extreme cold warnings.
Preliminary autopsy results for Piper James, a 19-year-old from B.C., indicate drowning as cause of death with extensive post-mortem dingo bite marks found on her body.
An autopsy has determined that 19-year-old Piper James from Campbell River, B.C., likely drowned while swimming in Australia, with dingo bite marks found to be post-mortem, contradicting initial reports of a fatal dingo attack.
The New Brunswick government is preparing to deliver its conclusive findings on a perplexing neurological illness that has affected residents, with the report expected to provide critical insights.
The United States has formally withdrawn from the World Health Organization, citing management failures during COVID-19. The move triggers a financial crisis for WHO and raises concerns about global health security.
London Cares has opened additional overnight warming spaces to provide refuge for unhoused individuals during a severe cold spell, highlighting community efforts to address homelessness.
Ottawa Public Health is issuing vaccine record notices to parents. Here's what families need to know about immunization requirements and clinic availability.
The United States has officially withdrawn from the World Health Organization, a move initiated under the Trump administration and now finalized, reshaping international health governance.
Edmonton police are investigating a suspicious death after a 51-year-old man was found deceased in a central Edmonton home. The medical examiner awaits toxicology results to determine cause of death.
A boil water advisory has been issued for 77,000 residents in Gatineau, Quebec, requiring precautions until water safety is confirmed by municipal authorities.
Health officials warn of medetomidine, a powerful veterinary sedative, appearing in B.C.'s unregulated drug supply. When mixed with opioids like fentanyl, it creates deadly combinations that naloxone cannot reverse.
As extreme cold warnings cover Northern Ontario, homeless residents in Timmins face life-threatening conditions, with some seeking shelter in snowbanks near a community health site.
A nationwide recall has been issued for Left Coast Organics brand organic chia seeds sold in several provinces due to potential salmonella contamination, posing serious health risks.
The United States risks losing its measles elimination status after 25 years as outbreaks spread nationwide, fueled by vaccine misinformation and declining immunization rates.
Analysis reveals Ontario's health-care wait times are excessively long, with patients facing months of delays for treatments, despite government targets being described as generous.
A new report calls for Canada to increase research into the health benefits of fermented foods, highlighting their potential for gut health and disease prevention.
Quebec's measles outbreak has expanded to 11 confirmed cases, with exposure at Montreal Children's Hospital. Health authorities provide isolation guidelines and immunity criteria.
Juliette Mucha of the Manitoba Lung Association provides essential guidance on avoiding lung irritation during harsh winter months, as temperatures drop across the province.
Minnesota hospitals report widespread fear as immigration enforcement disrupts medical care, with patients avoiding clinics and staff facing intimidation from federal agents.
Alberta NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi calls for a state of emergency declaration as hospitals face severe overcrowding, following reports of preventable deaths and unsafe conditions.
Postmedia columnist Rick Bell shares his firsthand emergency room ordeal in Calgary, revealing systemic failures and calling for Premier Danielle Smith's intervention.
The family of 19-year-old Piper James from Campbell River, BC, is grieving after she was found dead on K'gari beach in Australia, surrounded by wild dingoes.
New Canadian regulations require clear front-of-package nutrition warnings on foods high in saturated fat, sugars, or sodium starting January 2026 to help consumers make healthier choices.
An elderly pedestrian was struck by a vehicle in New Westminster, according to local police. Authorities are investigating the incident, which highlights ongoing road safety concerns for vulnerable residents.