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Similkameen-South Okanagan-West Kootenay MP appointed to health committee
MP Helena Konanz was appointed to the Standing Committee on Health in Parliament in June. In a July 15 press release, the Similkameen-South Okanagan-West Kootenay MP announced her appointment. "“I’m honoured to be granted the opportunity to serve...

Canadian stocks rise amid U.S. earnings and Fed uncertainty
Canada’s main stock exchange climbed higher on Thursday as investors digested a fresh round of U.S. corporate earnings and ongoing uncertainty surrounding the leadership of the Federal Reserve. By 12:05 ET, the S&P/TSX 60 index futures were up 11...

E-scooter hospitalizations up 32% in Canada: research

Health authority asks province to help with overcapacity hospitals
Horizon Health Network (HHN) said four major regional hospitals are in a state of overcapacity due to long-term care patients who no longer require acute care. The regional health authority is asking the Department of Social Development that the...

Fostering an ‘exceptional’ workplace: Western named top Canadian employer for culture
Western has been named one of Canada’s best employers for company culture, according to the Forbes’ list of 200 organizations ranked. “This recognition reflects our university’s collaborative culture – with all our employees working together...

You Turkey campaign fuels movement and healthy habits
Think Turkey’s Strava challenge inspired Canadians to get active and see turkey as everyday fuel for wellness. Think Turkey’s latest campaign, You Turkey, isn’t just raising awareness of Canadian turkey—it’s actively shaping modern health habits....

Canadian Forces rescuers fly to Fort Nelson to help B.C. hunter injured by horse
Kingfisher and Cormorant from 19 Wing Comox base travelled across the province for remote rescue call At 10 p.m. on July 15, 2025, a horseback rider required urgent medical assistance in a remote area approximately 185 km east of Fort Nelson. With...
New leader coming to infectious disease lab in Winnipeg
A new leader is coming to the National Microbiology Laboratory in Winnipeg, after its head stepped down just months after taking over leadership of the embattled laboratory that was previously at the centre of a security scandal involving a...

Opioid prescriptions three times higher in poorer Canadian communities
NEWS RELEASE UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO ************************* Despite an overall decline in prescribed opioid use in Canada over the past decade, a recent study found that people in poorer areas receive three times the prescriptions for opioids...

2 Top Canadian Stocks That Could Turn $5,000 Into $50,000
If you’re looking to supercharge your investment portfolio, few asset classes offer the kind of explosive potential that stocks do. With the right stocks, it’s entirely possible to grow your investment tenfold over time. This kind of growth is...
Ontario Health Coalition and Health Coalitions from across Canada issued a joint statement in advance of the gathering of First Ministers and the Council of the Federation:
The Ontario Health Coalition advocates to protect public health care services from being cut and closed and to improve access and care. It represents more than 750,000 Ontarians including patients, patient advocates, families, doctors, unions,...

Canada’s newest search and rescue plane completes 1st nighttime rescue in Northern B.C.
Canada’s newest search and rescue plane based out of 19 Wing Comox completed its first nighttime rescue after a man was injured in Northern B.C. On Tuesday night, around 10 p.m., a CH-149 Cormorant helicopter and a CC-295 Kingfisher – the first of...

Emerging Concepts in CT-Guided Treatment of Coronary Artery Disease
Conventional assessments for possible coronary artery disease based on presenting symptoms and/or risk profiles are inadequate, according to Amir Ahmadi, M.D. In a recent interview, Dr. Ahmadi noted key research findings —presented at the European...
Health care advocates afraid of major cuts and privatization hold shadow summit and rally at Council of the Federation next week
HUNTSVILLE, Ontario, July 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Outside the Council of the Federation and the gathering of First Ministers, public health care advocates from across Canada will be joining a shadow summit, rally, and car cavalcade. Attendees...

Pellerin: Healthy Ottawa – What's in those household products?
Breadcrumb Trail Links Fashion & Beauty Columnists You can read all the nutrition labels in the world and make excellent choices based on that information but what good will it do if the air you breathe around the apartment or the lotions you...

Canada got fatter since the pandemic. Pharma noticed
The CMAJ study suggests that impulsive, emotion-driven consumption is contributing to rising obesity rates. A new study published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal (CMAJ) confirms what many suspected: obesity rates in Canada have surged...

8 babies born using 3-parent IVF method to prevent fatal genetic disease
Eight babies in the United Kingdom have been born using DNA from a third person to eliminate the risk of them developing an often fatal genetic disease. The method, referred to by the BBC as the three-person technique, was pioneered by a group of...

Mining Association of Canada Names New Chair
The Mining Association of Canada has elected Carol Plummer as its new chair for a two-year term. Plummer serves as executive vice-president of sustainability, people and culture at Agnico Eagle. Plummer has participated in several Mining...

Nick Jonas thinks health scare brought his family 'closer'
17 July 2025 Nick Jonas' family became "closer" after his dad suffered a cancer scare. Nick Jonas is preparing to tour with his brothers Kevin Jonas Sr was diagnosed with colon cancer back in 2017 and he's been in remission since 2018 - but Nick...

Canadians lost $103 million to deepfake crypto scams in 2025
The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (CAFC) reported that Canadians have lost a total of $103,172,872 to crypto investment scams in 2025. The Canadian broadcasting channel, CTV News, reported that it has been receiving reports on a weekly basis from...