Pneumonia deaths rise 20% in Canada, StatCan reports
New data from Statistics Canada shows a sharp 20% increase in pneumonia-caused deaths in 2024. Experts analyze the concerning trend and its public health implications.
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Doctor Urges Taser Training for ER Staff to Combat Violence
A former St. Paul's Hospital physician warns emergency room staff will leave unless aggression from patients is addressed, proposing tasers and police escorts as solutions.
Calgary Doctor's Life-or-Death Call in Mountain Rescue
A Calgary surgeon recounts the critical decision to attempt rewarming a climber buried in an avalanche. Explore the thin line between life, death, and hope in the Rockies.
Generic Ozempic Arrives in Canada, Prices to Drop
The patent for semaglutide (Ozempic) has expired in Canada, paving the way for affordable generic versions. This could dramatically increase access to weight-loss and diabetes medications.
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Edmonton's ER Crisis: A Story of Neglect and Winter Strain
Edmonton's hospital emergency rooms are overwhelmed, a crisis decades in the making. As winter hits, years of underinvestment and false promises come to a head. Read the full analysis.
Health Benefits of Listening to Music Explained
Discover the science-backed health benefits of playing or listening to music. Dr. Paul explains how music improves mental and physical well-being. Start your healthier life today.
Rising TB Cases in Montreal, Quebec Raise Public Health Alarm
Tuberculosis cases are increasing in Montreal and other Quebec regions, with Dr. Faiz Ahmad Khan highlighting treatment access as a key issue. Learn about the public health response.
How to Build a Nervous System That Supports Fitness Goals
Learn how to build a resilient nervous system to reduce stress and achieve your fitness goals. Discover practical tips for integrating recovery into your routine.
Pneumonia Deaths Jump 20% in 2024: StatCan
New data reveals a sharp 20% increase in pneumonia-related fatalities across Canada in 2024. Experts urge public awareness of available vaccines for all ages. Learn the facts and protective measures.
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Study Finds No Link Between Tylenol in Pregnancy and Autism
A comprehensive review in The Lancet finds acetaminophen safe for pregnancy, contradicting recent U.S. administration warnings. Learn what the science says.
Health Workers Appeal to Reopen Downtown Eastside Wound Clinic
Healthcare professionals in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside are calling on the local health authority to reopen a specialized wound care clinic, citing a critical need for the vulnerable community.
Vancouver approves VGH expansion with 280 long-term care beds
Vancouver City Council has unanimously approved a major expansion of the VGH campus, adding 280 long-term care beds, a daycare, retail, and clinical space. The project aims to address critical healthcare needs in the city.
Alberta launches new health-care performance dashboard
The Alberta government has launched a new public dashboard providing detailed metrics on health system performance across the province. Explore the data and see how your region measures up.
Research: Tylenol does not raise autism risk
A major new study strengthens evidence that acetaminophen (Tylenol) does not increase autism risk in children, countering previous controversial claims. Get the facts on the research.
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Brandon's new police-mental health crisis unit launches
The City of Brandon unveils a new crisis response team pairing police officers with mental health clinicians to better handle emergency calls. Learn how this model aims to improve community safety and care.
Elderly Ontario couple stranded by broken stairlift
A Mount Forest couple in their late 90s was trapped in their home for days after their Acorn stairlift broke. Their ordeal highlights accessibility challenges for seniors aging in place.
Burn barrels allowed at Sudbury encampment after fatal fire
The City of Sudbury now permits burn barrels at a homeless encampment following a deadly tent fire. This policy shift aims to improve safety for vulnerable residents.
Alberta ends domestic violence death review panel
Advocates condemn Alberta's quiet dissolution of a 13-year-old committee that reviewed fatal domestic violence cases, warning it creates a dangerous blind spot in prevention efforts.
Experts warn of snow shovelling health risks and safety tips
Medical experts highlight the hidden health dangers of shovelling snow and provide crucial safety guidelines to prevent heart attacks and injuries this winter.
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Memorial held for Sudbury tent fire victim
Friends and family gathered in Sudbury to remember a woman who died in a tent fire at the Energy Court homeless encampment. The community mourns the tragic loss.
Laurentians Clinic Funded but Can't Find Staff
Residents of Wentworth North raised funds for a new health clinic, but the facility sits empty due to a critical staffing shortage. Discover the community's struggle and the broader healthcare crisis.
Ontario Hospitals Warn of Service Cuts Amid $1B Deficit
The Ontario Hospital Association warns of 'difficult decisions' ahead, including program consolidations and closures, as a structural deficit grows. Read more on the funding crisis.
B.C. senior's giant teddy bear walks inspire smiles
A senior in British Columbia is spreading joy by walking her neighbourhood with a large teddy bear. Her story of overcoming adversity offers a powerful lesson in choosing happiness.
Cheryl Petruk's Journey from Caregiver to Patient Advocacy Leader
After her husband's rare cancer diagnosis, Cheryl Petruk became a powerful patient advocate, founding the Canadian MPN Network and Heal Canada to support thousands. Discover her inspiring story.
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Funding Extended for National Suicide Crisis Helpline
Federal Health Minister Marjorie Michel announces continued funding for Canada's suicide crisis helpline, a critical mental health resource. Learn about the government's commitment to saving lives.
Second Child Dies After Laval Multi-Vehicle Crash
A five-month-old girl has died from injuries sustained in a January 5 multi-vehicle crash in Laval, ten days after her six-year-old sister succumbed. The incident's toll is now two dead, seven injured.
Health Canada Recalls Soap Over Chemical Hazard
Health Canada issues a nationwide recall for Lake of the Woods Sunrise Soap Co.'s 'Shades of Grey' bars due to elevated levels of a prohibited chemical. Consumers are urged to stop use immediately.
N.L. family says mental health calls unanswered before arrest
The family of a Newfoundland and Labrador man accused of attempted murder says repeated calls for mental health help went unanswered. Read their story and the ongoing crisis.
Meet SUNshine Girl Charlene: Fitness Pro & Car Fan
Meet Charlene, the latest Toronto Sun SUNshine Girl. This 5-foot-9 fitness competitor shares her passion for intense workouts and high-speed muscle cars like her modified Audi.
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