Vitamin D in 30s-40s May Lower Dementia Risk Factors
Research suggests maintaining healthy vitamin D levels in your 30s and 40s could reduce tau protein buildup in the brain, a key Alzheimer's marker, though experts caution more study is needed.
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Mother Held Hostage by Son's Mental Illness, Abby Advises
In a Dear Abby column, a man in Texas seeks advice as his wife's adult son in Canada, struggling with mental illness, emotionally manipulates the family. Abby recommends support from NAMI and setting firm boundaries.
B.C. Toddler's Case Highlights Gene Therapy Inequality
A British Columbia toddler's struggle for gene therapy spotlights healthcare disparities, raising urgent questions about funding and access to high-tech treatments for rare diseases.
Portage la Prairie Hospital Opening Pushed to Next Year
The planned hospital in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba, will not open until next year, as confirmed by Health Minister Uzoma Asagwara. The delay impacts healthcare services in the region.
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Nurse Practitioners Tackle Women's Health Issues in Saskatchewan
In Saskatchewan, more women are relying on nurse practitioners for healthcare due to a shortage of physicians, highlighting critical gaps in women's health services.
Nurse Practitioners Tackle Women's Health Gaps in Saskatchewan
As physician shortages persist, more women in Saskatchewan are turning to nurse practitioners for essential healthcare services, highlighting critical gaps in women's health access and care.
Service Dog Benny Comforts Tumbler Ridge Post-Shooting
Dede Dacyk and her service dog Benny have been deployed twice to Tumbler Ridge, B.C., providing emotional support to the community following a tragic mass shooting in February 2026.
21 Nova Scotia Care Homes to Strike Monday: CUPE
The Canadian Union of Public Employees has announced a strike at 21 long-term care facilities in Nova Scotia starting Monday, citing unresolved labor disputes over wages and working conditions.
Prairie Harm Reduction Closure Leaves Community Without Lifesaving Services
Prairie Harm Reduction has ceased all operations in Saskatoon, eliminating critical services for addiction, homelessness, and overdose prevention. The closure affects 70 staff and over 50 casual employees, leaving vulnerable populations without support.
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Mentally Active vs Passive Activities Impact Dementia Risk
New research reveals mentally passive sedentary behaviors like TV watching increase dementia risk, while mentally active ones like knitting lower it. The study followed 20,000 adults for decades.
Ottawa Hospital to Cut 3% of Staff Amid Budget Pressures
The Ottawa Hospital plans to reduce its workforce by 3% as part of measures to address significant budget pressures, with details on the impact and timeline expected soon.
Nurses Union Calls for Weapons Screening in Alberta Hospitals
The Alberta nurses union is advocating for enhanced security measures, including weapons screening and dedicated officers, in response to rising violence in healthcare facilities across the province.
Measles Exposure Sites Include Winnipeg Hospitals
Public health officials confirm Winnipeg hospitals are among recent measles exposure locations, urging vigilance and vaccination checks as cases emerge in the community.
Carfentanil Found in Montreal Fentanyl as Overdoses Spike
Health officials in Montreal report carfentanil contamination in the local fentanyl supply, contributing to a sharp rise in overdoses and fatalities across the city.
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Regina Urgent Care Centres Shorten Hours Again Friday
Regina's urgent care centres will operate on reduced hours once more this Friday, continuing a pattern of service disruptions affecting local healthcare access in the Saskatchewan capital.
Uncertainty Over $300M Montreal Hospital Overhaul Funding
The $300 million renovation plan for Montreal's Maisonneuve-Rosemont Hospital faces uncertainty as officials report no concrete signs of funding approval, raising concerns about healthcare infrastructure delays.
Ottawa Hospital Cutting 400 Jobs to Address Financial Challenges
The Ottawa Hospital is eliminating approximately 400 positions, representing three percent of its workforce, as part of efforts to manage ongoing financial difficulties in the healthcare sector.
Ottawa MRI Wait, LRT Delay, Dow's Lake Survey News
An Ottawa woman waited 16 months for an MRI due to doctor retirement, while OC Transpo delays the LRT East Line 1 extension after discovering new damage. Carleton University launches a survey on Dow's Lake swimming.
Saskatoon Supervised Consumption Site Closing Permanently
Saskatoon's supervised consumption site will permanently close by the end of the day, marking a significant shift in the city's approach to addiction services and public health interventions.
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UFC President Funds Rehab for Tumbler Ridge Shooting Survivor
Maya Gebala's family accepts Dana White's offer for private rehabilitation care in Los Angeles after the Tumbler Ridge school shooting, highlighting cross-border healthcare decisions.
Interim CEO Faces $2M Deficit at Leamington Hospital
Katelyn Dryden, interim CEO of Erie Shores HealthCare, addresses a $2-million deficit by focusing on revenue growth and operational efficiencies, while launching new care initiatives.
Alberta Nurses Urge Action After Hospital Stabbing
United Nurses of Alberta calls for enhanced safety measures following a stabbing at Royal Alexandra Hospital, labeling it a critical failure in protecting workers and patients.
Marriage Tied to Lower Cancer Risk in New Study
A new U.S. study finds married individuals have a lower cancer risk than singles, with social factors like marital status serving as key markers for population-level health disparities.
Measles Case Reported in Quebec City
A confirmed case of measles has been identified in Quebec City, prompting public health officials to issue an alert and urge vaccination checks.
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Bayer Pays $9M to Women Over Yasmin Birth Control Clot Risks
Bayer has agreed to a $9 million settlement for women who developed blood clots after taking Yasmin birth control. Health Canada reports at least 23 young Canadian women have died while using Yaz or Yasmin.
Record-Breaking Baby Boom at London Hospital in 2025
London Health Sciences Centre reports a historic surge in births last year, highlighting trends in maternal healthcare and regional population growth.
Brain Injury Crisis Amid B.C. Overdose Deaths
A Vancouver cafe staffed by brain injury survivors highlights the shadow crisis of traumatic brain injuries linked to drug overdoses in British Columbia, with experts calling for urgent action.
Faces of B.C.'s 10-Year Toxic Drug Emergency
As British Columbia marks a grim 10-year milestone in its toxic drug crisis, families like Michelle Jansen's share stories of loved ones lost to overdoses, highlighting the human toll behind the statistics.
U.S. Fertility Rates Hit Record Low in 2025
New data reveals U.S. fertility rates dropped to a historic low in 2025, with births falling significantly. This trend reflects ongoing demographic shifts and societal changes.
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