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About one-third of Canadians optimistic about the new year: survey
OTTAWA — This year has been marked by economic upheaval, global conflict and climate change-induced…
For B.C. whale coroner, a gruesome duty to ‘revered’ animals approached with humility
VICTORIA — When veterinary pathologist Stephen Raverty is chest deep in work, the term takes…
More than a third of states sue HHS over a move that could curtail youth gender-affirming care
NEW YORK (AP) — A coalition of 19 states and the District of Columbia on…
How can E. coli survive in frozen and microwaved Pillsbury Pizza Pops?
TORONTO — A Pillsbury brand Pizza Pop may not seem like an obvious candidate for…
Medicaid paid more than $207 million for dead people. A new law could help fix that
WASHINGTON (AP) — Medicaid programs made more than $200 million in improper payments to health…
Photo Gallery: Da Silva implementing horses into wellness program
Long before learning how to harness the raw power of a thoroughbred racehorse, champion jockey…
QuickList on the 26 Alberta politicians facing citizen recall petitions
Citizen-led recall petitions were officially approved Tuesday against three more Alberta legislature members, bringing the…
Three more Alberta recall petitions issued against politicians, bringing total to 26
EDMONTON — Elections Alberta issued three more recall petitions Tuesday for members of the provincial…
Quebecers urged to avoid ERs amid flu and respiratory virus ‘maelstrom’
MONTREAL — Quebecers are being urged to avoid unnecessary emergency-room visits amid what one infectious-disease…
Federal health minister to launch strategy on men’s and boys’ health in 2026
OTTAWA — The federal government is planning to release a strategy on men’s and boys’…
How horses helped champion jockey Eurico Rosa da Silva heal and help others
HILLSBURGH — Long before learning how to harness the raw power of a thoroughbred racehorse,…
Quebec paramedics, ambulance technicians to strike Dec. 24 but keep essential service
MONTREAL — Workers for nearly 40 ambulance services across Quebec are planning an unlimited strike…
B.C. health authority wins in court against husband’s ‘death plan’ for sick wife
The B.C. Supreme Court has ordered the husband of a woman with Alzheimer’s disease removed…
US signs new health deals with 9 African countries that mirror Trump’s priorities
JOHANNESBURG (AP) — The U.S. government has signed health deals with at least nine African…
Addiction-stricken community struggles to keep a syringe program going after Trump’s order
JEFFERSONVILLE, Ind. (AP) — Inside a storage room at the Clark County Health Department are…
Firefighters say they face increasing rates of violence while on duty
HALIFAX — Firefighters say they are facing increasing levels of violence on duty, and they’re…
Federal coronavirus response dominates Kentucky Senate race
LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell’s prominent role in the federal response to…
You finally got a doctor’s appointment. Here’s how to get the most out of it
WASHINGTON (AP) — It’s not unusual for a 20-something to text Mom in a panic…
B.C. Union that represents 67,500 health workers votes 54.2 per cent for 4 year deal
BURNABY — The bargaining group that represents 67,500 health workers in British Columbia has voted…
Alberta Next panel recommends ditching RCMP, referendum to quit CPP
EDMONTON — Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s hand-picked panel re-examining the province’s relationship with Ottawa says…
Fact File: The truth behind common dental myths
Anxiety, distrust and misinformation about dental care is abundant on social media, where posts containing…
Spread of famine in Gaza Strip averted but Palestinians there still face starvation, experts say
TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — The spread of famine has been averted in the Gaza…
Quebec doctors vote in favour of deal, premier names new health minister
MONTREAL — Quebec’s new health minister was sworn in on Friday, a day after Christian…
Hypothermia claims newborn in Gaza and more babies are at risk, doctor says
KHAN YOUNIS, Gaza Strip (AP) — As December’s chill settled over Gaza, the family’s nylon…