Maple Leaf Centre Awards $60,000 in Food Security Scholarships
Four graduate students receive $15,000 each to research food insecurity in Canada, focusing on single mothers, seniors, Indigenous communities, and African Nova Scotians.
Category : Rare Diseases
Fake AI meeting notice creates chaos in BC strata
A rogue AI-generated notice for a special general meeting has thrown a Pitt Meadows strata into turmoil, prompting warnings from experts about unauthorized use of artificial intelligence in strata governance.
Child under 12 euthanized in Netherlands in first case since 2024 law change
An incurably ill child under 12 has been euthanized in the Netherlands, the first such case since the 2024 law change allowing doctor-assisted death for children in unbearable suffering.
Mixed Emotions Over MAID Eligibility for Mental Illness
A parliamentary committee recommends against expanding MAID to people with mental illness, sparking mixed emotions among advocates and critics.
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Sask. Health Minister Opposes MAID Expansion in Letter
Saskatchewan's health minister has written to the federal government outlining opposition to expanding medical assistance in dying (MAID) to include mental illness.
Bruce Willis Still Knows Family, Wife Emma Reveals
Emma Heming Willis clarifies that Bruce Willis recognizes family despite FTD, distinguishing it from Alzheimer's and discussing caregiver challenges.
After 30 Years of Estrangement, a Father's Death
A woman reflects on her estranged father's death, their fractured relationship, and the bittersweet memories of a man who was both a source of pain and beauty.
West Nipissing Rallies for Boy with Rare Kidney Disease
West Nipissing residents unite to support a young boy born with a rare kidney disease who urgently needs a transplant, showcasing community strength.
Maxwell Prison Lockdown Over Sweater
Ghislaine Maxwell caused a hours-long lockdown at a Texas prison after reporting a stolen sweater, which was later found by a fellow inmate.
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15 Best Odor Eliminators for a Fresh Home
Discover 15 top-rated products that banish household odors, from pet smells to mustiness, without harsh chemicals. Reviewed by experts and users.
Dutch Psychiatrists Warn Canada Not to Expand MAID for Mental Illness
Dutch psychiatrists urge Canada not to expand MAID to mental illness, citing sharp rises in requests and concerns over physician-performed suicide.
Guelph Family Seeks Support for Son's Rare Speech Disorder Therapy
A Guelph family is calling for increased support as their son faces expensive therapy for a rare speech disorder, highlighting the financial and emotional challenges of accessing specialized care.
Ontario Denies Funding for Woman's Tissue-Destroying Disease
A northern Ontario woman, after consulting over 30 specialists, was denied provincial funding for a mysterious tissue-destroying condition, forcing her to spend $30,000 on U.S. medical answers.
Ontario Denies Funding, Woman Pays $30K for U.S. Disease Answers
A Northern Ontario woman, after consulting over 30 specialists locally, was denied provincial funding and paid $30,000 for diagnosis of a mysterious tissue-destroying condition in the United States.
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Mounted Police Surprise Boy with Rare Disease in Ottawa
Four-year-old Jack Godda, battling adrenoleukodystrophy, received a special visit from Ottawa Police's Mounted Unit with Clydesdale horses Rio and Deputy, bringing joy during his health journey.
Regina Girl with Rare Disease Named Champion for Sick Kids
Ivy, a five-year-old from Regina battling a rare illness, has been selected as the 2026 representative for Saskatchewan's pediatric patients, highlighting the resilience of children facing medical challenges.
Saskatoon Toddler's Rare Disease Sparks Fundraising Push
The parents of a two-and-a-half-year-old Saskatoon boy are launching a fundraising campaign to support research into his rare genetic condition, highlighting the challenges of rare diseases.
Saskatoon Man Finds Relief from Rare Sunlight Skin Disorder
Kris Kinar, diagnosed with erythropoietic protoporphyria, describes lifelong pain from sunlight exposure and his breakthrough treatment through a U.S. clinical trial that changed his life.
Rare Disease Day Highlights Hope for London Families
London families celebrate Rare Disease Day with events highlighting support and research, as global news covers health, politics, and sports developments.
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Sister's Leap Day Suggestion and the Legacy of Love It Inspired
A poignant story of a sister's rare cancer battle, a heartbreaking conversation on Rare Disease Day, and the enduring legacy of a blood donation movement that continues to save lives.
B.C. Teen First Cured of Rare Disease via Gene Editing
An 18-year-old British Columbia student is the first person globally cured of chronic granulomatous disease through groundbreaking gene editing treatment, marking a medical milestone.
Montreal Officer Honors Father Lost to Rare Cancer
A Montreal police officer pays tribute to his father, a volunteer firefighter who died from bile duct cancer, highlighting the impact of rare diseases on families and communities.
Medical Mystery: Girl's Body Shrinks, Doctors Seek Diagnosis
A six-year-old girl is baffling medical experts as her body inexplicably shrinks, with doctors struggling to diagnose the rare condition. The case highlights challenges in pediatric health and rare diseases.
Cheryl Petruk's Journey from Caregiver to Patient Advocacy Leader
After her husband's rare cancer diagnosis, Cheryl Petruk became a powerful patient advocate, founding the Canadian MPN Network and Heal Canada to support thousands. Discover her inspiring story.
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B.C. woman pleads for government to cover MS drug
A British Columbia woman is calling on the provincial government to fund a new multiple sclerosis drug. Her plea highlights the critical gap in coverage for patients.
Sask. woman avoids MAID after Glenn Beck's help
Jolene Van Alstine, a 45-year-old Saskatchewan mother with a rare disease, was scheduled for MAID on Jan. 7, 2026. American commentator Glenn Beck intervened, securing U.S. medical consultations and offering hope.
Windsor man's public plea for A+ kidney donor
Dwight Hesman of Windsor, Ont., makes a desperate public appeal for a life-saving A+ kidney donor. His story highlights the critical need for organ donation in Canada.
Stem cell donor drive launched to save Calgary mother
A Calgary-raised mother of two in Regina fights leukemia. A stem cell donor drive is underway to find a match and save her life. Learn how you can help.
No fixes for B.C.'s rare disease drug program after 5 months
Five months after Premier David Eby called for change, B.C.'s costly rare disease drug program remains unreformed. The review continues, leaving families in limbo.
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Health Canada Approves Drug for Rare Disease
Health Canada has granted approval for a new pharmaceutical treatment targeting a rare disease, offering hope for patients. Learn about the regulatory decision and its impact.
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