Alberta Health Services ends the tradition of ringing a bell after successful cancer treatment at Edmonton's Stollery Children's Hospital, citing infection control. Critics call the move callous.
Influenza transmission is doubling weekly in Quebec, with a severe impact in schools. Montreal health experts advise flu shots, caution, and using 811 before ER visits for mild symptoms.
Alberta Health Services quietly halts the celebratory bell-ringing ceremony for pediatric cancer patients finishing treatment. Critics call the move insensitive and nonsensical.
Ottawa's children's hospital is experiencing a significant rise in flu cases. Experts advise when to treat kids at home to ease pressure on healthcare. Learn the signs and how to help.
Canadian hospitals face a surge in flu cases. Health experts advise parents on when to treat sick children at home and avoid gatherings to ease the strain on healthcare systems.
Alberta Health Services has discontinued the bell-ringing ceremony for pediatric cancer patients in remission. The decision, made for safety, has left families like Myla Dye-Wilson's heartbroken.
Montreal's Sainte-Justine and Children's Hospital ask parents to use 8-1-1 or clinics for minor illnesses as ERs face over 130% occupancy. Learn when to seek emergency care.
Montreal Children's Hospital advises parents to use emergency rooms only for true emergencies due to high demand. Learn what this means for families and where to seek alternative care.
A new measles outbreak has been confirmed at a pediatric centre in Saint-Eustache, Quebec. Public health officials are urging vaccination as cases rise. Read the latest details and safety measures.
Alberta's UCP government passed Bill 12, redefining disability support and moving 77,000 people to a new program. Advocates call it a cruel move on International Day of Persons with Disabilities.
Public health officials confirm three pediatric deaths linked to Influenza A complications in Ottawa and eastern Ontario. Authorities urge vigilance and vaccination.
After losing their toddler Aiden, Emily Henderson's family receives a unique gift—an Easy Button with his laugh. A story of grief, memory, and finding joy in the hardest moments. Read their journey.
An Ottawa doctor provides crucial, actionable advice to keep young children safe from choking hazards this holiday season and beyond. Learn the essential prevention steps.
New federal data reveals a sharp 61% rise in confirmed flu cases across Canada, with children and youth disproportionately affected. Saskatchewan reports nearly half of recent cases in patients under 20. Learn the latest impacts.
The NHLPA has awarded a $10,000 grant to North Bay's North Stars hockey program, providing new gear for players with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Discover how this initiative is breaking down barriers to the sport.
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 transformative $2 million donation to the IWK Foundation establishes the Dr. Margaret Oulton Accelerate Chair in Women+ Health Research, promising major advances in care.
Canadian children's hospitals are experiencing a significant increase in influenza cases as an earlier-than-usual season takes hold. Health officials urge vaccination.
A teen from Alberta is a pioneer in pediatric surgery, undergoing a robot-assisted transplant at the University of Alberta Hospital. This marks a significant advancement in Canadian medical technology.
TD Bank pledges $1.5 million to the National accessArts Centre in Calgary, boosting its support for artists with disabilities. Total investment to surpass $2.2 million by 2028.
A federal vaccine committee may scrap the decades-old recommendation for a hepatitis B shot at birth, a move experts warn could lead to hundreds of preventable infections and deaths in children.
Ottawa's CHEO reports a worrying increase in flu cases and hospital admissions among children. Health officials urge vigilance and preventive measures as the season intensifies.
Demonstrators in Calgary protest Alberta's plan to alter disability benefits next summer. Activists and community groups unite, fearing negative impacts on vulnerable residents.
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.
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.
A Windsor, Ont. widow is left without financial support after her husband's death due to strict Ontario Disability Support Program eligibility rules. Learn about the policy gap affecting vulnerable families.
11-year-old Dalia Valle shares her powerful story of supporting her brother Mavi through his AVM rupture and recovery, highlighting the role of Variety Village and the Sun Christmas Fund.
Erik Burggraaf of St. Catharines awarded $28,000+ after Human Rights Tribunal finds call-centre company engaged in discriminatory practices against blind employee.
Hyivy Health wins $25,000 prize at CHEO's Shark Tank-style healthcare innovation event in Ottawa, showcasing groundbreaking pediatric medical advancements.
A groundbreaking partnership between LHSC and Shriners Hospitals is transforming pediatric care in London, reducing travel burdens and improving pain management for young patients across the region.