Support dog lends paw at Edmonton children's hospital
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.
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Canada's first hospital facility dog comforts sick kids
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.
Montreal Children's Hospital Trauma Team Training Revealed
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.
Windsor ESHC Pediatric Respiratory Clinic Opens for Flu Season
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.
Child high blood pressure rates nearly double in 20 years
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.
Health Sciences Union, AHS Return to Bargaining Table
Health care workers' union and Alberta Health Services resume contract negotiations after October rallies. Latest updates on Edmonton health care bargaining.
Quebec Doctors Warn Bill 2 Threatens Children's Healthcare
Medical professionals across Quebec are sounding alarms that proposed legislation could severely restrict children's access to essential medical care and create dangerous bureaucratic barriers.
Edmonton Man's Movember Moustache Sparks Mental Health Talks
An Edmonton resident is turning heads and starting important dialogues about men's mental health through his creatively outrageous moustache styles during Movember, proving that facial hair can be a powerful tool for connection.
Halifax mothers fight to save infant feeding clinic
Desperate Nova Scotia parents are pleading with the provincial government to keep the IWK Infant Feeding Clinic open, calling it an irreplaceable resource for struggling families.
Montreal Children's Hospital Clears All Surgery Waitlists
In an unprecedented healthcare breakthrough, the Montreal Children's Hospital has completely eliminated surgical waitlists, ensuring immediate care for young patients across Quebec.
Bill 2: Strike 3 for Quebec Health Care?
Quebec's health care system faces a potential triple threat under Bill 2, with experts warning of devastating consequences for patient care and medical privacy rights across the province.
Ontario Launches Men's Counselling Link Service
A groundbreaking new service is connecting Ontario men with accessible mental health counselling through a centralized referral system designed to overcome traditional barriers to seeking help.
Health Canada seizes ivermectin from BC woman
Health Canada takes decisive action against a British Columbia woman promoting ivermectin as a cancer treatment, seizing the unapproved drug and warning about serious health risks.
COVID-19 Higher Heart Risk in Kids Than Vaccines: Study
Groundbreaking Canadian research shows COVID-19 infection carries significantly higher heart complication risks in children compared to mRNA vaccination. Get the facts about myocarditis and pericarditis risks.
Movember Guide: Transform Men's Health in Canada
Discover how Canadians are joining the global Movember movement to tackle men's health crises - from mental health struggles to prostate cancer awareness.
Calgary Toddler's Brave Fight Against Stage 4 Cancer
Meet Aurora, a courageous 18-month-old Calgary girl waging an inspiring war against stage 4 neuroblastoma. Discover her family's emotional journey and how community support is making a difference.
Southlake's Therapeutic Patio Revolutionizes Mental Health Care
Newmarket's Southlake Regional Health Centre is transforming patient care with a state-of-the-art therapeutic patio designed specifically for mental health patients, featuring enhanced safety and comfort elements.
Alberta's Working Men: The Silent Mental Health Crisis
New research reveals Alberta's working men face a mental health epidemic, with workplace pressures and traditional masculinity creating a dangerous silence. Discover the hidden crisis affecting Canada's workforce.
Movember: More Than Just a Moustache Campaign
Discover how a simple moustache grows into a global movement tackling prostate cancer, testicular cancer, and men's mental health each November.
Barrie's Purple Flag: Symbol of Mental Health Hope
Discover how Barrie's innovative Purple Flag campaign is transforming mental health conversations and creating visible symbols of support throughout the community.
Saskatoon Health Expo Revolutionizes Wellness Approach
Discover how Saskatoon's Proactive Health & Wellness Expo is transforming healthcare by focusing on prevention and holistic wellness strategies for Canadians.
Katelyn Bedard's Legacy Lives Through Windsor Bowl-a-Thon
Discover how a Windsor community transformed tragedy into hope through an annual bowling event that has raised vital funds for pediatric care across Ontario for nearly two decades.
Waterloo's Revolutionary Toddler Eye Test Breakthrough
A groundbreaking eye test developed in Waterloo, Ontario could transform how young children's vision problems are detected, using child-friendly technology to catch issues early.
Happiness Boosts Health After Economic Threshold
New Canadian research shows national happiness significantly improves population health, but only when countries pass a crucial economic development threshold. Discover the science behind the happiness-health connection.
Canada's Health Care Crisis: Learning From Other Nations
While Canadians pride themselves on universal health care, other countries are delivering better outcomes with shorter wait times. Discover which nations are outperforming Canada and what reforms could fix our struggling system.
Health Canada Warns About Dangerous Amazon Mouthwash
Health Canada issues urgent warning about Gurunanda mouthwash sold on Amazon containing chlorhexidine, a prescription-only drug that can cause severe allergic reactions.
BC Children's Hospital breakthrough makes transplants safer for kids
Vancouver researchers develop groundbreaking method to protect vulnerable children from deadly infections during bone marrow transplants, potentially revolutionizing pediatric care.
BC boy's heartwarming Halloween comeback after surgery
A young BC boy prepares for his first trick-or-treating adventure after missing Halloween for critical heart surgery - a journey of courage and recovery that will melt your heart.
BC Salmonella Outbreak: 32 Sick, Another Hospitalized
A growing salmonella outbreak in British Columbia has now sickened 32 people, with health officials reporting another hospitalization. Public health investigation continues as cases rise.
Health Alert: Infection Risk at Carleton Place Nail Salon
Eastern Ontario Health Unit warns of possible infection exposure at Carleton Place nail salon. Health officials urge patrons who visited specific dates to monitor symptoms and seek medical attention if needed.
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