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Health Canada warns of bacteria found in unauthorized peptides sold online
In Canada, injectable peptides are generally regulated as prescription drugs, which are advised to be used und…
Health Canada approves Moderna’s combined COVID, flu shot for some
Both of the vaccines are only approved for Canadians aged 50 and older, and it's not clear yet when they might…
All infants should be vaccinated against hep B, says Canadian vaccine advisory committee
The National Advisory Committee on Immunization now recommends that all Canadian infants receive vaccination a…
Moderna's mRNA flu and flu-COVID combo vaccines have been approved by Health Canada
Health Canada has authorized Moderna's mRNA vaccine for influenza, as well as its combination mRNA vaccine for…
‘Immediately stop using’: Thousands of items sold in Canada recalled due to fire and burn hazards
Four products sold in Canada are being recalled due to fire and burn hazards.
Hidden cameras reveal accessibility barriers at leading restaurants
Malfunctioning power door operators, inaccessible self-service kiosks and the inability to get a braille menu …
When patients learn they may not have MS after all, it's rarely a relief. Instead, they have more questions
Experts and patients say MS misdiagnosis can happen as researchers continue to improve their understanding of …
Moderna’s newest combo vaccine approved by Health Canada
Health Canada has authorized Moderna’s mRNA vaccine for influenza, as well as its combination mRNA vaccine for…
All infants should be vaccinated against Hep B, immunization advisory committee says
The National Advisory Committee on Immunization now recommends that all infants receive vaccination against he…
Southern Alberta school combats flea infestation
Several classrooms at an Airdrie, Alta., school are closed as staff continue to take steps to control “flea ac…
Public Health investigating possible stomach bug outbreak in Glace Bay, N.S.
Public Health is investigating an outbreak of a gastrointestinal illness — or stomach bug — in the Glace Bay, …
The Ford government sent this doctor a letter over the ‘high number’ of days he worked. He wants an apology
A family doctor in Madoc, Ont. is speaking out about an “intimidating” letter he says that he received from th…
Canadian youth are helping others understand how climate change affects the brain
In this issue of our environmental newsletter, we meet a group of youth who are helping people understand the …
1 in 3 teens face dating violence, and doctors should be on alert: pediatric society
The Canadian Paediatric Society is urging doctors to talk to teen patients about healthy relationships and dat…
Ontario doctors demand apology from province for letters flagging high number of days worked, patients seen
The Ontario Medical Association is looking for an apology from the province, after it says 'hundreds' of docto…
Talk to teen patients about dating violence, Canadian Paediatric Society says
The Canadian Paediatric Society is urging doctors to talk to teen patients about healthy relationships and dat…
Balloon blowing kits sold by Walmart.ca recalled over chemical hazard
The agency said the kits, distributed by the Chinese companies Tojiyi and PawBabyBloom, were previously availa…
Court certifies class action alleging negligence at LTC home led to COVID-19 deaths
A lawsuit alleging that gross negligence at a Toronto long-term care home led to hundreds of deaths from COVID…
This researcher shares why pregnant women don’t get ‘mommy brain’
When Susana Carmona became a mother more than a decade ago, she struggled to reconcile her experience with the…
Quebec 811 launches AI assistant in push to reduce wait times
Santé Québec has expanded its use of AI by launching a virtual assistant for the Info-Santé 811 line.
1 in 3 young people in Canada have faced dating violence, pediatricians warn
A third of Canadian youth have faced dating violence — from physical and sexual abuse to online harassment — w…
Pediatrician accused of uploading illicit video of young girl remained licensed for months
Toronto police applications to obtain search warrants obtained by CBC reveal that a tip from Dropbox led to th…
Cyberattack hits French blood bank site but no blood products were compromised
A cyberattack on several blood banks sought to raise temperatures to extremely high levels but was thwarted be…
Unmanaged menopause symptoms cost Canada's economy $3.5B, experts tell MPs
Unmanaged menopause symptoms are not just impacting women, but costing the Canadian economy $3.5 billion and 5…
‘A nice achievement’: Ottawa man marks 500th donation to Canadian Blood Services
An Ottawa man is celebrating a major — and very rare — milestone, making his 500th donation to Canadian Blood …
Eye surgeons balk at Alberta's plan to expand scope of duties for optometrists
Groups representing eye surgeons in Canada and Alberta are calling on the province to reverse a decision to le…
British healthcare worker with Ebola to be evacuated from Congo to U.K., document shows
A British healthcare worker infected with Ebola is being medically evacuated from the Democratic Republic of C…
Shorter days and dark afternoons can trigger depression. Here's how to fight back
As winter approaches and daylight hours grow shorter, people prone to seasonal depression can feel it in their…
Ontario couple hit with $60,000 hospital bill despite having travel insurance
A Collingwood couple who travelled to Barbados this winter says they were stunned to receive a $60,000 hospita…
Early stage Alzheimer’s treatments need government action for success: report
Early diagnosis of dementia and Alzheimer's is a key factor as two new therapies that could soon be available …
Ottawa Hospital receives record-breaking $50 million donation
The Ottawa Hospital has received a $50 million donation to support its new hospital, the largest philanthropic…
Influenza activity in Ontario gradually ticking up, but data shows current flu shot a ‘really good match’
Ontario’s flu season started earlier this year and cases appear to be gradually rising on a week-by-week basis…
Child dies of measles in New York's first such death in 30 years
A child in rural northern New York has died after contracting measles, marking the state’s first death from th…
Ottawa wants us all to have emergency supplies for 3 days. The good news is, that number hasn't changed
Public Safety Canada is maintaining its longstanding advice for Canadians to be prepared to go at least three …
WHO urged to review drinking water standards amid nitrate health fears
Dozens of global health and environmental organisations called on the World Health Organization on Tuesday to …
Ontario doctors call for reform, central intake, on access to specialized care
Ontario’s doctors are calling on the province to reform access to specialist care, drop the use of fax machine…
Vietnam scraps child organ donors proposal after backlash
Vietnam withdrew on Monday a proposal allowing children aged 15 to 17 to donate their organs after death follo…
Cheap version of HIV-prevention shot raising hope in low-income countries
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a generic version of the world's only twice-a-year shot to …