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.
Alberta's hospitals face a chronic crisis with ERs and internal medicine units operating dangerously over capacity, leading to hallway care and patient safety risks. Read the analysis.
A new StatCan report reveals Canadian women have a longer life expectancy than men but spend significantly more years in poor health. Discover the data and its implications for healthcare.
Windsor Regional Hospital's new online Emergency Department wait time clock is offline. Get the latest details on this tool intended to increase transparency for patients.
The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is directing residents to a free online resource to support smoking cessation efforts. Learn about the tools available to help you quit for good.
A new study linked high-fat cheese to lower dementia risk, but experts urge caution. Discover the real science behind the headlines and the perfect grilled cheese recipe.
Windsor's Mobile Crisis Rapid Response Team responded to 4,210 calls in 2025, a critical service blending mental health support with policing. Learn about their impact and future.
Dr. Stefan Lang at Vancouver General Hospital is pioneering research using deep brain stimulation to treat anxiety, depression, and cognitive decline in Parkinson's patients. Learn about this groundbreaking study.
New data shows Taiwan will officially become a 'super-aged society' in 2025, a demographic shift with profound implications for healthcare, economy, and social policy. Explore the details and potential consequences.
A retired London police officer and military veteran says his service dog saved his life from PTSD. He's now advocating for expanded access to support dogs for first responders across Canada.
B.C. Premier David Eby concedes the province's drug decriminalization experiment was flawed, as Vancouver records its highest single-day overdose count. Read the full analysis.
A British Columbia woman is calling on the provincial government to fund a new multiple sclerosis drug. Her plea highlights the critical gap in coverage for patients.
The Alberta Medical Association details severe hospital over-capacity, labeling it a 'medical disaster' and calls on the provincial government to formally declare a healthcare crisis.
With the federal exemption for B.C.'s drug decriminalization experiment expiring soon, Premier David Eby remains silent on next steps while acknowledging the policy's failure.
Physicians in Calgary are urging officials to declare a state of emergency due to dangerously long hospital wait times, highlighting a system under severe strain. Read the full report.
Alberta's flu season has resulted in 110 deaths, updated statistics show. While the season remains strong, health officials indicate better days are ahead as activity may have peaked.
New analysis of Toronto police data reveals a drop in some criminal activities near supervised consumption sites. Discover the findings and what it means for community safety.
An anonymous $13.8M donation secures a permanent, expanded home for Foundry Vancouver, doubling capacity for youth mental health and substance use care. Discover how this centre changes lives.
A young Winnipeg girl shows remarkable resilience in her fight against leukemia, making significant progress thanks to a clinical trial funded by CancerCare Manitoba. Read her inspiring story.
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. unveils a new food pyramid, urging Americans to eat more protein, dairy, fruits and vegetables while limiting grains and avoiding processed foods. Discover the details of this major policy shift.
A Nova Scotia man is sharing his wife's Alzheimer's journey on YouTube to support other caregivers. His channel offers a raw, intimate look at life with dementia.
A new University of Alberta study reveals adding prescription opioids to pain management for children with minor breaks provides no significant benefit. Learn about the safer alternatives.
Dr. Kyle Harper appeals for patience and kindness as Timmins and District Hospital's emergency room struggles with a high volume of severely ill patients requiring admission. The situation highlights ongoing healthcare pressures in Northern Ontario.
A severe and early influenza A outbreak, combined with systemic healthcare failures, is overwhelming Quebec's emergency rooms. Doctors warn patient safety is at risk as occupancy rates soar. Learn the causes and urgent calls for action.
Residents in Wynyard, Sask. are raising alarms after police discovered a woman's body and over 40 cats during a wellness check at a condemned home on Jan. 2, 2026.
Mike Campbell of New Victoria, N.S., celebrated his 100th birthday on Jan. 8, 2026, surrounded by a steady stream of well-wishers. Read this heartwarming story of community and longevity.