Dr. Louis Francescutti, an Edmonton emergency physician, takes the helm at the Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction, aiming to tackle the root causes of addiction impacting Canada's healthcare system.
Five months after Premier David Eby called for change, B.C.'s costly rare disease drug program remains unreformed. The review continues, leaving families in limbo.
Casa Spinelli, a house in Edmonton, has opened its doors to provide a vital home for lung transplant patients during their critical recovery. Discover how this initiative is saving lives.
A fire at a downtown Toronto encampment on December 26 left one person injured. Firefighters responded to the scene near a church. Get the latest details on the incident.
A controversial NHS trial will ask children as young as 10 about freezing eggs or sperm, a direct response to puberty blockers' infertility risk. The study begins in 2026.
British Columbia mandates medical supervision for most safer supply drugs after years of evidence showed diversion to the black market. Critics say the policy change came too late.
Meet Toronto's SUNshine Girl Natalie, a fitness and entertainment professional who trains with Team Starr and enjoys outdoor adventures with her dog, Bella.
A highly infectious flu strain is circulating, with Alberta seeing its worst weekly case numbers since 2009. Experts warn children are severely affected. Learn how to protect your family.
Alberta reports its highest weekly flu case count since the 2009-10 H1N1 pandemic. Health officials urge vaccination as hospitals prepare for surge. Learn the latest details and symptoms.
Therapists reveal the most common insensitive remarks relatives make at gatherings and provide expert scripts for setting boundaries and changing the subject.
Canadian health experts explain why resting over the holidays won't ruin your fitness and why you don't need to 'burn off' festive food. Learn how to manage wellness guilt-free.
Sitting all day hurting your back? Discover 10 highly-rated lumbar support pillows on Amazon Canada, backed by thousands of customer reviews, to improve posture and comfort at work, in the car, or at home.
Health Canada has approved ZURZUVAE, the first drug specifically for moderate to severe postpartum depression, offering new hope for one in five Canadian mothers. Learn about the treatment and its impact.
The Regina Urgent Care Centre on Albert Street is closed during the Christmas holidays, prompting criticism from the Saskatchewan NDP over reduced healthcare access.
A grieving woman in British Columbia organizes a Christmas Day meet-up at English Bay to remember lost loved ones, offering community support during the holidays.
Ken Retkowski has spent 17 years at Renfrew Victoria Hospital, unable to leave due to a lack of provincial funding for specialized care. His story highlights systemic gaps in long-term healthcare support.
Manitoba has lowered the age for self-referral breast cancer screening to 40, a move celebrated by advocates. Learn about the change and its impact on early detection.
Over 50 people gathered at a Dartmouth gym to raise crucial funds for an addiction recovery program that a local family credits with saving a life. The event highlights community support for vital health services.
A fifth person is now hospitalized in a growing E. coli outbreak linked to Pillsbury Pizza Pops. Health officials warn children and the elderly are at highest risk. Details on affected products.
Health Canada enforcement officers have seized unauthorized pharmaceutical drugs from a Vancouver fitness facility. Discover the details of the raid and the ongoing risks of unregulated substances.
Find out which Winnipeg walk-in clinics are open on December 25 and 26, 2025. Plan your holiday healthcare needs with this essential guide.
Five people have been hospitalized in a Canada-wide E. coli outbreak linked to Pillsbury Pizza Pops. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has issued a recall. Learn the details and product codes here.
A California mother, unaware she was pregnant, gave birth to a healthy baby boy from a rare abdominal pregnancy. Discover the incredible medical miracle that stunned doctors.
The Milk River Emergency Room in southern Alberta is temporarily closed due to a critical staff shortage. It is scheduled to reopen Friday night after a new doctor was recruited for the community.
The CFIA's recall list for pistachios now exceeds 300 items. Learn which products are affected and how to protect your health during this ongoing salmonella investigation.
Hotel-Dieu Grace Healthcare in Windsor reminds residents that critical mental health and addiction services remain available 24/7 throughout the holiday period, a time of increased stress for many.
Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre in Barrie is launching a weekend respiratory clinic to handle a surge in flu cases. Get details on hours and the regional health context.
A cluster of dead crows discovered in Chatham-Kent has tested positive for avian influenza. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely. Learn more about the local impact.
Investigators search for answers after a fatal gas explosion destroys a Bristol, Pennsylvania nursing home on December 24, 2025. Get the latest details on the tragedy and recovery efforts.
Sault Area Hospital reports a severe flu season straining healthcare, with infants and children particularly impacted. Officials urge families to get vaccinated to ease system pressure.