The Canadian Paediatric Society is recommending cholesterol screening for all children between two and 10 years old, saying that about one in 300 Canadians have high cholesterol caused by a genetic condition called familial hypercholesterolemia.
Use of sedating medications in long term care homes has continued to grow since the pandemic and Canadians with dementia are at a great risk, a new report suggests.
The College of Family Physicians of Canada is urging the government to reduce administrative burdens and barriers for family physicians so that they can deliver better patient care.
A U.S. company is recalling more than 25,000 kilograms of frozen blueberries that were distributed in Michigan, Oregon, Washington, Wisconsin and Canada, U.S. officials say.
A Calgarian living with terminal cancer is calling on health officials in Alberta to restore access to after-hours specialist care for patients of the province’s largest cancer centre.
The social media platform owned by Meta will now alert parents who are signed up to its optional supervision setting if their teenager repeatedly searches for terms related to suicide or self-harm within a short period. The alerts will begin next week for those signed up in Canada, the United States, Britain and Australia.
Physician David Edward-Ooi Poon, who made international headlines during the COVID-19 pandemic with his campaign to reunite cross-border families and couples, has been accused of a slew of crimes spanning the last 12 years and is suspended from his medical practices in Ontario and Saskatchewan.
MPs in the House of Commons will vote Tuesday on a Conservative motion that asks the Liberal government to review the health-care benefits available to asylum claimants and restrict benefits for those whose claims have failed.
Changes to how the B.C. government supports children with disabilities are provoking mixed reactions among parents — relief for those who will receive funding for the first time, but anxiety, fear and uncertainty for those who will see their children’s support reduced.
A racial slur shouted by a guest with Tourette and broadcast during Britain's top movie awards event has put the spotlight on one of the symptoms of the syndrome. Here's more about coprolalia — the involuntary outburst of obscene, socially inappropriate and derogatory remarks and gestures.
The union says the deal includes wage increases of 12 per cent over four years, the maximum possible under the government's balanced measures mandate for public sector workers.
For decades, Brian Reeve has lived with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Seven years ago, he hit a breaking point when the time-consuming rituals began interfering with his daily life and ability to function. After seeking treatment at the Frederick W. Thompson Anxiety Disorders Centre, he is now in remission and giving back through a large donation.
The federal government is launching a "national conversation" to inform a future strategy on men's and boys' health.
A recent study on chronic pain management for Canadian veterans has uncovered a critical flaw in decades of research: Not a single one examined the impact of sex or gender on treatment effectiveness.
Despite high measles rates in the Winkler and Morden area of southern Manitoba, many residents remain unconcerned about the illness, CBC News found during a recent visit.
William Hume knew he was dying and wanted medical assistance in dying (MAID). But when he ended up in a hospital run by a Catholic health-care provider, his last wishes weren't able to happen. He would die while waiting to transfer so he could receive MAID.
A third-party review into the use of dogs for medical research at London's Lawson Research Institute has found that the testing, which induced heart attacks in the dogs, followed all "regulatory, ethical and professional standards."
Three dozen health-care professionals were caught “snooping” into the medical records of people who were patients in the aftermath of the Lapu-Lapu Day tragedy in Vancouver last year, according to a new report by B.C.’s information and privacy commissioner.
Youth advocates are calling on the federal government to treat online safety as a human-rights issue, saying current systems are "not supporting them."
Public drug plans should not cover lecanemab, a drug to slow early-stage Alzheimer's disease, Canada's Drug Agency says in its draft recommendation.
The American College of Emergency Physicians is acknowledging St. Mary’s Hospital for its dedication to elder care — a first for a health facility in Montreal. Some of the criteria include how hospitals reduce the risks of infection, delirium and immobility.
Newly released data backs up what hospitals were experiencing during the last respiratory illness season: A big rise in the number of people being treated for pneumonia. The Canadian Institute for Health Information says children between five and 17 years old were especially hard hit.
Christian Herridge has spent more than 16 months in hospital, but is determined to move back home to his parents’ house in Mahone Bay, N.S.
When Michelle Pratt's twins were born, she learned they didn't qualify for an antibody shot that can prevent RSV. While Pratt decided to pay for the drug out of pocket, she wants to see Newfoundland and Labrador expand coverage to include all infants — not just those deemed at risk. It's a stance that's shared by doctors and organizations across the country.
Nova Scotia's lung screening program is still in its infancy, but those leading the effort say they've already been able to deliver life-changing, positive news to dozens of people who might have been given a terminal diagnosis in other circumstances.
B.C. Cancer is looking to integrate exercise into its recovery program for cancer patients as soon as they're diagnosed, with one Kelowna doctor saying that research has shown that "prehabilitation" with exercise helps with long-term recovery.
A 60-year-old man with Down syndrome has been living in the Inverness hospital since Dec. 22, despite the fact hospital staff say he does not require medical treatment. The small option home where he lived for 20 years says he cannot come back.
While Canada has made progress in decreasing overall breast cancer mortality, disparities remain for Black women. Research and community-led programs show that equitable health care is not only about reducing barriers to accessing tests and treatments, it is about being seen, heard and believed.
Advocates are calling on the federal government and car manufacturers to adjust their policies around headlights because there needs to be a better balance between solutions to help drivers see while not compromising other’s safety. They say political will can drive the conversation forward.
Policies dating back to the 1980s likely still play a role in the distrust some in Quebec's Black communities feel toward donating blood, but people like Stanley Étienne, working with Héma-Québec, strive to encourage more people to look past that history to save lives today.
U.S. President Donald Trump’s second term has threatened Canada with annexation and economic ruin, leaving some Canadians feeling anxious and concerned. A Winnipeg therapist offers strategies for coping with those emotions.
Manitoba saw 44 confirmed cases of measles during the first week of February, as well as an exposure at the Feb. 4 Winnipeg Jets game, the province's latest measles reports say.
Suishanie Brooks helps Black patients navigate LHSC's healthcare system, improving the communication and trust between patients and staff.
Welland Hospital’s long-term care unit is expected to close by June as the outdated facility no longer meets safety and accessibility standards, Niagara Health says. One family says they understand the decision but have not secured a new home for a resident they care for.
Manitoba's health system is inundated with surging flu rates and an ongoing measles outbreak, the province's chief public health officer says.
A delegation representing caregivers in the Oceanside region of mid-Vancouver Island delivered a petition to Qualicum Beach town council on Wednesday asking for more respite and seniors care facilities in the area.
A unique collection of microscopic fungi used for Canadian medical and biodiversity research has been saved from being shipped overseas.
A grieving father says he feels numb after taking his six-month-old son to a Winnipeg emergency department, believing he was in the right place to help his child. Ten hours later, his baby was taken into surgery and died.
When Nives Ilic adopted a six-year-old dog that had been used for animal research, she was apprehensive that bringing home an animal with behavioural challenges would upend her life. But Mack surprised her with his gentleness, and made her realize what was at stake.
Parents whose children have Type 1 diabetes are urging the Ministry of Education to create a provincewide standard of care for diabetes in schools, so it doesn't vary from classroom to classroom, school to school, or board to board.
With menopause symptoms ranging from sleep trouble to burning mouth syndrome, people aren't always sure what they're experiencing. The Dose spoke to clinicians and researchers at the forefront of menopause care in Canada about the latest treatments, from hormone therapy to exercise and diet.
A blood pressure medication has been recalled after a mix-up that may have led to some bottles containing the wrong drug. According to Health Canada, Marcan Pharmaceuticals Inc. has recalled two lots of MAR-Amlodipine 5 milligram tablets, which are used to treat high blood pressure and chest pain.
With the number of measles cases in Manitoba swelling, experts caution those who aren't vaccinated for the disease to stay away from large public gatherings until the outbreak settles down.
Some Canadian doctors say patients on birth control need monitoring. But medical authorities in other countries increasingly disagree.
Thousands of people who attended what's touted as Canada's largest indoor farm show this year may have been exposed to measles, Manitoba public health officials warn.
Some Alberta doctors are warning a move by the provincial government to increase the access parents have to the medical records of teenagers could put some patients at risk.
Olympic officials made the right call in postponing the Canada-Finland women's hockey game on Thursday after several players on the Finnish team came down with norovirus, doctors say.
Jalisco state in west-central Mexico is issuing a health alert and mandating the use of face masks in schools amid a measles outbreak in the state capital ahead of serving as a host city for upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Alberta has stopped offering provincial health coverage to some people on working holiday and young professional visas, a change that came into effect earlier this year without a public announcement. The shift is raising concerns in the Bow Valley, where tourism businesses rely heavily on international workers.
A twice-a-week exercise program in Cranbrook is helping residents in the Kootenay community avoid falls.