Opioids ineffective for minor child fractures, U of A finds
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.
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Doctors Debunk Trump's '72 Jabs' Vaccine Schedule Claim
Medical experts refute former President Trump's misleading post about U.S. childhood vaccines. They explain the science behind immunization schedules and warn of political interference in public health.
Nestle Recalls Infant Formula in 26 Markets
Nestle issues a major recall of infant nutrition products affecting 26 global markets. Get the latest details on the safety alert and what parents need to know.
Strep Throat Causing Vomiting in Kids This Winter
Canadian doctors report a rise in strep throat with unusual gastrointestinal symptoms like vomiting in children. Learn the new signs, why it's happening, and when to seek testing.
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Windsor girl, 8, fights rare brain cancer with community support
Eight-year-old Lainey McMahon of Windsor is bravely fighting germinoma, a rare brain cancer. Her family shares her journey through treatment and the community's rallying support. Read her inspiring story.
Calgary's 2026 New Year Baby Welcomed at South Health Campus
Sara and Sebastian Stewart welcomed baby Theodore, Calgary's first newborn of 2026, at South Health Campus. Edmonton also welcomed its first baby at the exact same moment. Read more about these special arrivals.
Alberta's First 2026 Baby Born in Calgary
Theodore Stewart arrived at 12:03 a.m. on New Year's Day in Calgary, marking Alberta's first birth of 2026. Discover the heartwarming story and other Canadian New Year arrivals.
Edmonton's 2026 New Year Baby Arrives at Grey Nuns
A baby boy welcomed by Stephanie Fernandez and Elrick Obligar is Edmonton's first newborn of 2026, born at Grey Nuns Community Hospital. Discover the heartwarming details and Calgary's simultaneous arrival.
Moncton's First Baby of 2026 Born at The Moncton Hospital
The first baby of the new year in Moncton, New Brunswick, arrived at 12:02 a.m. on January 1, 2026. Meet Baby Caldon and the story of this special New Year's delivery.
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Baby Born in Calgary Cab During Snowy Rush to Hospital
A Calgary taxi driver helped deliver a baby in his backseat during a harrowing, weather-beaten ride to the hospital on New Year's Day 2026. Read the incredible story of the rush to welcome a new life.
Windsor Welcomes First Baby of 2026 on New Year's Day
Baby Favour Jesuseum Josiah, Windsor's first newborn of 2026, shares a special birthday with her father. Meet the family and see other regional New Year arrivals.
Ottawa Welcomes First New Year's Baby of 2026
Dixabahen and Mehulkumar Patel welcomed their son at Montfort Hospital just 23 minutes into the new year, becoming the National Capital Region's first family of 2026.
B.C.'s First Child of 2026 Born in Kelowna
The first baby of the new year in British Columbia arrived in Kelowna on January 1, 2026. Discover the heartwarming story of this special New Year's arrival.
First Baby of 2026 Born in Windsor, Ontario
Meet Favour Jesuseum Josiah, the first baby born in Windsor, Ontario, on New Year's Day 2026. Discover the heartwarming story as the city celebrates its newest resident.
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First 2026 Baby Born at London Health Sciences Centre
London Health Sciences Centre welcomed the city's first baby of the new year. Meet Bryson and the joyous story of his arrival on January 1, 2026.
Montreal's First 2026 Babies Born at Jewish General, MUHC
Meet Liana and Sophia, Montreal's first newborns of 2026. Born just seconds and minutes into the new year, their arrivals bring joy to their families. Discover the details and popular Quebec baby names.
Maritime Children Flood ERs with Flu Symptoms
Hospitals in the Maritimes see a growing number of children in emergency rooms with flu symptoms. Health officials urge vigilance as the season peaks. Learn the signs and when to seek care.
Calgary Doctor's 'Tree Theory' for Winter Immunity
Calgary doctor Peter Nieman shares his 42-year 'Tree Theory' on children's health and offers essential tips, including key vitamins, to build a stronger immune system during the long winter months.
UK Trial Asks Kids About Egg, Sperm Freezing
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.
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Baby Born from Rare Abdominal Pregnancy Beats 1-in-a-Million Odds
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.
Flu strain severely affecting young people in Northern Ontario
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.
Regina Hospital Pediatric Unit Becomes Santa's Workshop
Regina General Hospital's pediatric staff create magical Christmas experiences for young patients, using decorations and personalized care to ease their hospital stay during the holidays.
Santa Visits Kids at Regina Hospital for Christmas
Santa and Mrs. Claus delivered gifts and smiles to children in the pediatric unit of Regina General Hospital on December 22, 2025. See the heartwarming moments captured by photojournalist Kayle Neis.
Santa brings joy to Saskatoon children's hospital
A magical visit from Santa Claus brought smiles and holiday spirit to young patients at Jim Pattison Children's Hospital in Saskatoon on December 22, 2025. Read about this heartwarming event.
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Christmas Joy for Kids in Montreal End-of-Life Care
A Montreal pediatric palliative care home, Le Phare, creates festive moments for children and families during the holidays. Discover how compassion lights up the season.
Great-Grandma's Christmas Miracle: Raising a Child with Down Syndrome
Five years ago, Dyanna McILwain received the best Christmas gift: her great-granddaughter, Ranee-Jessie. Now, the vibrant five-year-old with Down syndrome is thriving at Toronto's Variety Village. Read their inspiring story.
Flu Season Strains Vancouver ERs, Hits Kids Hard
Vancouver emergency rooms see a sharp rise in visits as a severe flu season impacts children across British Columbia. Health officials urge caution and preventative measures.
Mother urges flu vigilance after losing toddler in 2016
Jill Promoli lost her healthy 2-year-old son Jude to influenza B in 2016. Following recent child flu deaths in Ontario, she urges vaccination and serious precautions.
Flu Cases Surge in Quebec, Doctors Advise Caution and Shots
Influenza transmission is doubling weekly in Quebec, with a severe impact in schools. Montreal health experts advise flu shots, caution, and using 811 before ER visits for mild symptoms.
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Alberta Ends Cancer Bell Ceremonies for Kids
Alberta Health Services quietly halts the celebratory bell-ringing ceremony for pediatric cancer patients finishing treatment. Critics call the move insensitive and nonsensical.
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