Learn about transient ischemic attacks, or warning strokes, which affect up to 20% of stroke patients. Experts reveal symptoms, risks, and why immediate medical attention is crucial to prevent full-blown strokes.
The American Society of Plastic Surgeons and American Medical Association now recommend delaying gender-related surgeries until age 19, citing low-quality evidence and developmental concerns.
New Brunswick announces enhanced financial support for physicians transitioning to electronic medical records, aiming to modernize healthcare delivery and improve patient care efficiency across the province.
An Alberta entrepreneur's cooling sleep product, developed after her sister's cancer battle, shows strong results in a Harvard Medical School clinical trial, enhancing sleep quality for participants.
The remarkable story of Otto Loewi's Nobel-winning experiment, inspired by a dream, that unveiled chemical transmission in nerves and revolutionized medicine.
Doctors reveal why banana- or sausage-shaped stool is considered ideal for colon health, and how the Bristol Stool Chart helps monitor digestive wellness and detect potential issues like colorectal cancer.
The World Health Organization has prequalified a novel oral polio vaccine type 2, enhancing tools to combat outbreaks in vulnerable regions like Pakistan and Afghanistan.
A groundbreaking partnership between UHN and CAMH aims to decode the real-time conversation between brain and body, transforming care for physical and mental illnesses through integrated research and drug repurposing.
Velocity Clinical Research announces Dr. Ronnie Beboso as UK Medical Director, bringing 20 years of clinical research experience to strengthen medical leadership across European operations.
Health professionals express mixed reactions as a growing number of Canadians bypass traditional doctor visits, opting instead for artificial intelligence platforms to seek medical guidance and diagnoses.
The U.S. FDA has refused to review Moderna's application for its first mRNA-based influenza vaccine, citing issues with clinical trial design and comparison standards.
The DIL Walk Foundation is strengthening Canada's role in advancing precision health and healthspan-focused care, addressing global aging challenges through AI, genomics, and international collaboration.
University of Maryland researchers developed Smart Underwear to measure flatulence, finding people pass gas twice as often as earlier estimates, with implications for gut health.
The UK's health regulatory agency has issued a new safety alert regarding GLP-1 receptor agonists like Ozempic, warning about potential vision loss side effects.
A 27-year-old nursing student in Regina faces a challenging recovery after waking up paralyzed and unable to speak from a rare stroke, highlighting sudden health crises.
A northern Ontario family is rallying around Chris Sluman as he confronts B-cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia, an aggressive form of blood cancer, while receiving hospital treatment.
University of Calgary researchers report promising results using high-dose vitamin B3 to prevent glioblastoma recurrence, with 82% of trial participants showing no cancer progression.
New research indicates that consuming caffeinated beverages might provide protective effects for brain function, potentially reducing risks of cognitive decline.
Health PEI announces a groundbreaking initiative to test artificial intelligence in clinical care settings, aiming to improve diagnostic accuracy and streamline medical processes for patients across Prince Edward Island.
A Calgary fatality inquiry heard expert testimony about potential connections between the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine and capillary leak syndrome, though timing questions remain.
Dr. Stuart Turvey leads a 16-year national study investigating why children experience varying outcomes from the same diseases, aiming to improve diagnosis and treatment.
A research team at Western University's Schulich School receives federal funding to investigate business models in family medicine and their impact on physician workforce numbers across Canada.
A major flood at Montreal's Douglas Mental Health University Institute has forced the suspension of 100 research initiatives, causing significant disruption to mental health and neuroscience studies.
A University of Alberta researcher is drawing attention to 'hot shot homicides,' undetected murders using illicit substances, as part of a broader study on forensic challenges in criminal investigations.
An experimental cholesterol-lowering pill could provide a new treatment option for millions of Canadians at risk of heart disease, offering a potential breakthrough in cardiovascular health.
Researchers have identified toxic particles released by diseased kidneys that damage the heart, explaining the high mortality rate from heart complications in kidney patients.
A recent Canadian study highlights a concerning link between tobogganing and head injuries, prompting calls for increased safety awareness and helmet use during winter recreation.
McGill University has launched the Pandemic and Emergency Readiness Lab (PERL) to strengthen Canada's preparedness for future pandemics and emergencies through research and policy development.
University of Alberta biomedical engineering students form Alberta Heart group to design total artificial hearts and compete internationally in Heart Hackathon challenges.
Researchers at the Penn Vet Working Dog Center are training dogs to detect hemangiosarcoma, a lethal and often silent cancer in dogs, offering new hope for early diagnosis.