As bird flu emerges in Canada, experts urge preparedness
Health Canada has authorized three influenza vaccines that could be used if bird flu became a pandemic, the agency says....
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B.C. teen in critical condition in hospital with 1st presumptive human case of bird flu
B.C. provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry says the teenager in Children’s Hospital with Canada’s first presumptive case of avian...
Veteran mental health highlighted on Remembrance Day: ‘It’s hard to say I’m not OK’
Active-duty soldiers and veterans struggling to live up to the “hero” persona are coming forward to urge others to seek...
With B.C. teen sick in hospital with suspected bird flu, what should parents know?
Students across B.C. return to school on Tuesday but the news that a teen is in hospital in Vancouver with...
Mpox cases in Congo’s epicentre may be ‘plateauing’: WHO – National
Cases of mpox in the region of Congo where a new and more infectious variant was first detected appear to...
Bird flu: What we know about Canada’s 1st human case detected in B.C.
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Canada should be ‘world leader’ on alternative PTSD therapies, veteran says – National
A Canadian Forces veteran who served in Afghanistan says Canada should be a “world leader” on alternative therapies for treating...
Canada approves Moderna’s RSV vaccine, first of its kind for older adults – National
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‘More than just a fad’: Federal petition seeks tax relief for those with celiac disease
A new federal petition has been launched, and calls for a $1,000 refundable tax credit for people with celiac disease,...
‘Huge surge’ in U.S. abortion pill demand after Trump’s election win – National
Within hours of Donald Trump’s presidential victory, Americans began looking to stockpile reproductive health medications, including emergency contraception and abortion...
New Brunswick to allow medicare to pay for surgical abortions outside hospitals
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Struggling with the U.S. election result? How to care for your mental health – National
The Canadian Psychological Association says the U.S. election has worldwide impact and it’s normal for many Canadians to have strong...
Canada’s health-care spending projected to outpace economy in 2024: report – National
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5 ways Trump’s presidential win could change U.S. health care – National
After securing a second United States presidential term, Republican Donald Trump has outlined a range of proposed changes to the...
Walking pneumonia spikes in parts of Canada, especially in kids: doctors – National
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RFK Jr. and Trump want fluoride out of water. What does the mineral do? – National
Donald Trump plans to push for the removal of fluoride from United States drinking water on his first day in...
Conservative MP wants to reverse new rules for natural health products – National
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Many Canadians end up in ER before being diagnosed with cancer: study
Many cancer patients in Canada seek emergency help before their diagnosis, with more than half being hospitalized following an ER...
Puppers Drug Mart? Why some argue pharmacies should hand out pet meds – National
Don’t be surprised if you’re stuck behind a chocolate lab, a Scottish fold and a guinea pig when you’re picking...
Daylight saving time ends soon. Tips for parents of early risers – National
With the end of daylight saving time approaching, many look forward to the blissful extra hour of sleep. But for...
