Walkable Neighborhoods Increase Daily Steps by 1,100
New research reveals living in walkable neighborhoods can significantly increase daily step counts by about 1,100 steps, with benefits sustained for months after relocation.
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Ottawa Overdose Calls Drop in 2025 Despite Deadly Fluctuations
Ottawa saw a 45% decrease in overdose-related police calls in 2025, but emergency department visits spiked dramatically between May and September, with early 2026 showing concerning increases.
Most Teens Not Getting Enough Sleep, Says Dr. Paul
A leading health expert, Dr. Paul, highlights the widespread issue of insufficient sleep among teenagers and offers practical advice for parents to help improve their children's rest patterns.
Calgary Pedestrian Hospitalized After Serious Vehicle Collision
A pedestrian in Calgary has been hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after being struck by a vehicle. The incident highlights ongoing road safety concerns in urban areas.
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Calgary Gala Aims to Raise $1.7M for STARS Air Ambulance
The Enserva STARS and Spurs Gala in Calgary is set to raise $1.7 million for the critical air ambulance service, highlighting community support for emergency medical transport across Alberta.
US Nurses Move to Vancouver Island After TikTok Campaign
Four American nurses have left the United States to begin new lives on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, after being inspired by a grassroots social media campaign.
Smoke Alarm Battery Checks Advised for Daylight Saving Time
Sault Ste. Marie Fire Services reminds residents to test smoke and CO alarm batteries when clocks spring forward this weekend, emphasizing fire safety.
Therapy Horses Build Resilience for Ottawa Seniors in New Program
A therapeutic riding program in Ottawa is helping seniors enhance mental and physical resilience through interactions with horses, promoting well-being and community engagement.
Alzheimer Society Hosts Chords & Connections Event
The Alzheimer Society of Windsor and Essex County partnered with St. Mark's by-the-Lake Anglican Church to host the first Chords & Connections event, blending music, memory, and fellowship for those affected by dementia.
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Power Outage at Halifax Hospital Forces Patient Transfers
A significant power outage at the Victoria General Hospital site of the QEII Health Sciences Centre in Halifax has disrupted services, leading to the transfer of some inpatients to other facilities.
Nurse's Endometrial Cancer Journey: From Tumor to Survival
A nurse shares her harrowing experience with endometrial cancer, from a watermelon-sized tumor to surgical menopause, highlighting the importance of self-advocacy and breaking stigma.
Blind Banjo Player Invents Device to Make White Canes More Visible
A senior blind banjo player has created an electronic device to improve the visibility of white canes, aiming to enhance pedestrian safety for visually impaired individuals.
Why Women Remain Unprepared for Menopause Challenges
Despite growing awareness, nearly half of Canadian women report feeling unprepared for perimenopause and menopause symptoms that impact work, health, and daily life during critical midlife years.
Cannabis Ban Lifted for Man with Schizophrenia in Ontario Test
The Ontario Review Board has removed a cannabis prohibition for Michael Stewart, a man found not criminally responsible for killing his mother, as a test of his ability to abstain despite his paranoid schizophrenia diagnosis.
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B.C. Ends Daylight Saving Time: Benefits of Permanent Time
British Columbia has permanently adopted daylight saving time, eliminating seasonal clock changes. Research shows this move improves mental health, reduces accidents, and increases productivity.
Dementia Prevention: 8 Lifestyle Habits to Reduce Risk
Experts reveal eight key lifestyle factors that may help lower dementia risk, including diet, sleep, social connections, and managing health conditions. While not guaranteed prevention, these habits support overall brain health.
How Memoirs About Shame Foster Connection and Reduce Judgment
Author Jowita Bydlowska discusses writing memoirs about addiction and relapse, arguing that sharing shame through personal stories allows readers to see themselves in others and judge themselves less harshly.
Windsor Brings Back Cat Spay and Neuter Vouchers
The City of Windsor is reintroducing its spay-and-neuter voucher initiative for cats, aiming to manage the feline population and promote responsible pet ownership through subsidized procedures.
P.E.I. Mother Seeks Change to Mental Health Order Rules
A Prince Edward Island mother is campaigning to modify the province's Community Treatment Order qualifications after the legal order rescued her son from a mental health crisis, sparking a push for broader accessibility and reform.
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Ottawa's Laugh for the Cure Supports Cancer Foundation
A comedy fundraiser in Ottawa brings together pros and amateurs to support the Ottawa Cancer Foundation, offering a night of laughter for a serious cause.
Tumbler Ridge Survivor Maya Gebala Shows Remarkable Recovery
Twelve-year-old Maya Gebala, victim of the Tumbler Ridge shooting, has been removed from ventilator support and demonstrates significant neurological improvement according to her parents' updates from BC Children's Hospital.
B.C. Shooting Survivor's Mother Shares Hopeful Health Update
The mother of a British Columbia mass shooting survivor provides an encouraging health update, revealing her daughter's breathing tube has been successfully removed after intensive care.
Western University Partnership Targets Global HIV Treatment Equity
A public-private partnership at Western University is working to make HIV treatment more accessible worldwide, addressing disparities in healthcare delivery and research.
Uncertainty Over Myles Gray's Substances Persists: Toxicologist
A toxicologist testified that uncertainty remains about substances in Myles Gray's system during the investigation into his death, highlighting ongoing forensic challenges.
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Surrey Hospital Construction Milestone Reached with Premier Tour
British Columbia Premier David Eby toured the mock-up center for the new Surrey hospital, marking a significant construction milestone for the major healthcare project.
Daylight Saving Time Ends in BC: Health and History
British Columbia ends the biannual time change, sparking debate on health impacts. Explore the history from 1895 New Zealand to modern research on sleep and heart risks.
FDA Vaccine Chief Vinay Prasad Departs Again Amid Controversy
Dr. Vinay Prasad, the FDA's embattled vaccine chief, is leaving the agency for the second time in less than a year following high-profile disputes over vaccine and drug reviews.
US Nurses Move to Vancouver Island via TikTok
Four American nurses have relocated to Vancouver Island, British Columbia, after being inspired by a grassroots social media campaign promoting opportunities in Canada's healthcare sector.
B.C.'s Permanent Daylight Time Decision Faces Criticism
British Columbia's move to permanent daylight time is criticized by experts and residents who argue it disrupts natural body clocks and endangers children's safety, advocating for standard time instead.
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N.B. Reviews Nursing Home Safety After Assault Arrest
The New Brunswick government announces a comprehensive review of safety and security protocols at nursing homes following a recent sexual assault arrest, aiming to enhance protections for vulnerable residents.
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