Alberta UCP enacts major health care system reforms
Alberta's UCP government introduces fundamental health care legislation allowing private-public shifts, changing payment structures, and requiring health card reapplication.
Alberta's UCP government introduces fundamental health care legislation allowing private-public shifts, changing payment structures, and requiring health card reapplication.
Windsor-Essex County Health Unit has approved a modest spending increase for its 2026 budget. Learn how this affects local public health services in our community.
Alberta government selects University of Alberta south campus site for new standalone Stollery Children's Hospital. Planning continues for facility serving 300,000+ children annually across Western Canada.
Edmonton's Stollery Children's Hospital will get a new independent facility, marking a significant healthcare advancement for pediatric care in Alberta. Learn more about this groundbreaking development.
A massive collection of UFO research spanning decades goes to auction in Vancouver, featuring eyewitness accounts of fighter jets chasing unidentified objects. Don't miss this extraordinary sale!
U.S. parents report babies fell ill after drinking ByHeart formula months before a confirmed botulism outbreak. Learn the details and health implications.
A massive archive of UFO research materials, collected over decades, is currently stored in a Vancouver warehouse. Discover the story behind this unique Canadian collection.
Montreal's Centre médical pour enfants LaSalle will close due to Quebec healthcare compensation changes, affecting pediatric services. Learn about the impacts.
Former Nova Scotia pediatric dentist found not guilty of assaulting patients. The verdict was delivered on November 21, 2025, following a closely watched trial.
A Vancouver toddler with cerebral palsy travels to Duke University for groundbreaking stem cell therapy. Parents report remarkable improvements in his condition already.
A transformative $35 million donation will enhance mental health services at Ontario children's hospitals, addressing critical gaps in pediatric care across the province.
Medela's 2025 Global Breastfeeding & Lactation Symposium Series brings together researchers and healthcare providers across three continents to advance maternal and infant health through cutting-edge science.
Shriners Hospitals for Children Canada in Montreal invites families to a special open house on November 29, 2025, to celebrate its centennial with tours and activities.
A LaSalle pediatric clinic is closing due to Quebec's Bill 2, leaving 5,000 young patients without care. Doctors warn the new compensation model makes pediatric practices financially impossible.
A medical journal faces legal action after publishing a study promoting antidepressant use for youth depression treatment. The infamous drug trial returns to spotlight amid growing concerns.
Canadian researchers warn of the growing health dangers from ultra-processed foods. Learn how these products impact your health and what you can do to protect yourself.
From Nov 18-22, Boston Pizza is donating a portion of all pizza sales to the Ben Stelter Foundation. Support pediatric brain cancer research while enjoying a meal.
Calgary's new CASA Mental Health facility will provide specialized care for 81 youth with complex mental health challenges, addressing growing needs in Alberta communities.
Zachery Laliberty, 11, from London, Ont., battles a brain tumour after losing his father to cancer. His story of resilience and healing through music is an inspiration.
University of Alberta researchers investigate why women experience long-COVID more frequently than men. Learn about the latest findings and implications for healthcare.
New Canadian research reveals how analyzing natural speech patterns could help detect early cognitive decline and dementia risk. Learn about this breakthrough discovery.
New Canadian research reveals natural speech patterns could help detect early cognitive decline and dementia risk. Learn how language changes may signal brain health issues.
A yellow Labrador named Pumbaa serves as a facility dog at Edmonton's Stollery Children's Hospital, providing emotional support to young patients during difficult treatments.
Stollery Children's Hospital makes history by hiring Canada's first facility service dog, Pumbaa, to provide comfort and support to young patients like four-year-old Jake Davis.
Exclusive look at the high-stakes trauma simulation training at Montreal Children's Hospital. See how medical teams prepare for emergency situations in pediatric care.
Essex County families gain dedicated pediatric respiratory care as Windsor's ESHC launches specialized clinic for the 2025 flu season. Learn about services and timing.
The USDA searched for terms like 'diversity' and 'climate modelling' to identify grants for cancellation, according to recent reports. Learn how this targeting affected research funding.
New research suggests Adolf Hitler likely had a rare genetic condition that limited his sexual development. The findings offer a medical perspective on the Nazi leader's life.
The University of Toronto is making a major research push with a $24 million investment in emerging scholars and the recruitment of three renowned academics from the United States.
New research shows childhood hypertension rates have nearly doubled over two decades, with many cases going undetected during routine doctor visits. Learn about the silent health crisis affecting Canadian youth.