A Vancouver General Hospital nurse receives a five-day suspension from the B.C. College of Nurses and Midwives for causing a patient fall and failing to properly document the event. Learn the details of the disciplinary action.
OPP reports four fatalities following six suspected opioid overdoses in Haldimand County. Authorities urge caution as investigation continues into the tragic incidents.
Watrous residents see positive change as new physicians address emergency room closures that plagued the community. Read about the town's healthcare turnaround.
Héma-Québec issues an urgent appeal for donors with O-negative and B-negative blood types in Montreal. Learn how you can help address the critical supply shortage.
Canada's Food Guide remains frozen in time, unrevised since 2019, while the U.S. launches a practical, culturally-aware guide. Expert analysis reveals a critical policy gap affecting affordability and public health.
Public Health Ontario reports influenza rates are decreasing across the province. However, officials stress the virus is still active and recommend vaccination as the best defence.
Edmonton physicians are sounding the alarm on a critical lack of leadership as Alberta hospitals face severe overcrowding. Read about the crisis and the call for action.
Recent changes to U.S. vaccine recommendations are causing confusion among Canadian parents, with doctors warning the mixed messages could lead to decreased immunization rates and harm children's health.
Northern Ontarians are increasingly turning to death doulas for compassionate, non-medical end-of-life care and planning. Discover how this movement is changing final journeys.
Mental health experts warn that Canada's regulatory patchwork makes it difficult for patients to identify qualified therapists, risking care quality. Learn how to navigate the system.
At 21, Tamron Little was given 18 months to live with peritoneal mesothelioma. Defying the odds, she found a pioneering surgery and is now a thriving advocate 18 years later. Her story is a powerful lesson in patient advocacy and hope.
A firsthand account from a Saskatoon hospital reveals alarming ER overcrowding, staff burnout, and systemic failures. Learn what's happening and why critics blame privatization.
Explore the concept of 'food noise'—the constant mental chatter about eating—and its connection to popular GLP-1 medications like Ozempic. Learn why Canadians are hearing more about this phenomenon.
Public Health Ontario reports influenza rates are decreasing across the province. Health officials continue to recommend vaccination as the best defence against the virus.
Finding the right therapist is crucial for mental health. Learn what factors Canadians should consider, from therapeutic approaches to cultural fit, to ensure effective care.
Eastern Ontario's Medical Officer of Health emphasizes the physical and mental health benefits of regular family meals. Learn why this simple tradition is a powerful tool for well-being.
As calls for social media warning labels grow in Canada and the U.S., Concordia University researcher Iman Goodarzi explains why the approach is more complex than tobacco or alcohol. Discover the data on our screen time.
Toronto Public Health has issued a critical drug alert following three suspected opioid overdose deaths. Officials warn of a dangerous drug supply circulating in the city.
The Stadnyk family of Langley is grieving their 15-year-old son Logan, who died in a house fire. They urge greater understanding of non-verbal autism and the real challenges families face.
A new mobile health unit offering addiction support services has launched outside Kemptville District Hospital. This initiative aims to provide critical, accessible care to the community.
Margaret Campbell, 84, endured a painful hour-long wait for an ambulance outside her Edmonton home after breaking her hip. The incident raises urgent questions about emergency response times for seniors.
A patient has died following an incident with security personnel at Royal University Hospital in Saskatoon. The case is now under investigation by provincial authorities.
A severe flu season is overwhelming hospitals, potentially causing emergency room waits exceeding 10 hours. The Ontario Medical Association warns of a concurrent family doctor shortage.
Saskatchewan NDP demands the SHA update hospital closures in real time after Watrous ER closed nearly 100 times. Learn about the call for transparency and public safety.
A Calgary family is raising US$32,000 to buy a Trexo robotic gait trainer for their four-year-old daughter, Aryah. The device could transform her mobility and independence.
Quebec hospitals are investing millions to bolster security, including metal detectors at Notre-Dame Hospital in Montreal. Learn about the new measures and the push for safer healthcare environments.
Ashley Labelle found her calling as a death doula, helping individuals and families in Northern Ontario navigate end-of-life care with dignity and support. Discover this growing compassionate practice.
Struggling with your 2026 fitness goals? Discover five effective, non-gym workout alternatives in Kitchener-Waterloo, from dance studios to outdoor activities, to stay motivated all year.
Influenza activity has peaked in parts of Canada, while national figures show high but stable or decreasing cases. Public health officials continue to monitor the situation closely.
The New Brunswick Nurses Union reports staff are managing in a temporary unit at Dr. Everett Chalmers Hospital amid ongoing construction. Read about the conditions and union concerns.