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Vaccine records aren't up to date for more than half of Ottawa, Toronto students assessed: public health

TORONTO — Public health records for Ottawa and Toronto schools show that among the cohorts assessed this year, more than half of the students did not have up-to-date immunization records, which experts say exposes an antiquated system that's unhelpful in the race to boost vaccination rates.

2025-10-31T16:14:33Z

Some Canadians could be denied a U.S. visa due to obesity, cancer or other medical conditions

Some Canadians could be denied a U.S. visa due to obesity or other medical conditions.

2025-11-14T19:23:18Z

Health Matters: Health Canada recalls NordicTrack rowing machines

Health Canada is recalling several NordicTrack rowing machines due to concerns about them being a potential fire hazard. In certain models, the screen console can potentially overheat and ignite, though there have been no reports of incidents or injuries in Canada. Nivrita Ganguly has this story and more in Health Matters for Nov. 13, 2025.

2025-11-13T18:19:59Z

Cases jump to 23 in the botulism outbreak tied to baby formula. Here's what to know

Nearly two dozen babies in 13 states have been sickened in a growing outbreak of infantile botulism linked to recalled ByHeart infant formula, federal health officials said Friday.

2025-11-09T21:01:57Z

Nature walks are good for you, but can a city stroll be just as good?

With every step on the trail, fallen leaves crinkle underfoot. The path follows a stream, rushing and burbling over smooth, gray stones, while a breeze rustles the branches overhead. Now compare that blissful mental image to what you might walk past in a city — traffic, crowds, concrete and glass. Which seems better for you?

2025-11-01T04:16:58Z

Health impacts of being a sports fan

Stress is at an all time high for many Blue Jays fans as the team makes its way through the World Series. Does this stress have real health impacts? Doctor Shady Abohashem, a cardiovascular researcher at Massachusetts General Hospital, breaks down the science behind the passion.

2025-10-31T19:34:57Z

Federal shutdown creates uncertainty for Maine cancer patient struggling to stay warm

BAILEYVILLE, Maine (AP) — Setting the thermostat at 60 degrees used to be no problem for Gerard Berry, even during harsh Maine winters. Then he got sick with stomach cancer and struggled to stay warm as he lost weight.

2025-11-12T05:12:45Z

Dynacare launches campaign to promote diabetes testing and awareness

Roughly 1.7 million Canadians do not know they’re living with Type 2 diabetes. Health services company Dynacare wants to change that and it has launched it's annual initiative offering free diabetes tests during the month of November.

2025-11-14T18:19:19Z

Ontario considers halting highrise development near pharmaceutical facility

The Ontario government is considering stopping a plan to build highrise apartments next to a major pharmaceutical company. Sanofi Pasteur says it has security concerns about so many people looking down on the building, but an expert hired by developers says the complex wouldn’t increase the risk of spying.

2025-11-12T03:07:28Z

The FDA removes a long-standing warning from hormone-based menopause drugs

Hormone-based drugs used to treat hot flashes and other menopause symptoms will no longer carry a bold warning label about stroke, heart attack, dementia and other serious risks, the Food and Drug Administration announced Monday. (AP produced by Javier Arciga)

2025-11-10T21:13:54Z

Quebec medical specialists lose their bid to invalidate parts of Bill 2

A Quebec superior court judge has denied a request by doctors to strike down some of the most controversial parts of bill 2. Medical specialists and family physicians tried to get the court to suspend the articles banning them from leaving their jobs in protest citing a violation of their fundamental rights. But in his ruling late Tuesday, the judge said he can’t do that.

2025-11-13T14:05:00Z

Why Canada is about to lose the measles elimination status it has held since 1998

Canada is on the verge of losing the measles-elimination status it has held since 1998.

2025-10-28T21:33:22Z

World Pneumonia Day: protecting Canadians from Pneumococcal Disease

Wednesday marks World Pneumonia Day, raising awareness about pneumococcal disease, which can lead to pneumonia, meningitis and bloodstream infections. Dr. Marla Shapiro, a family physician, discusses the risks and how to stay protected.

2025-11-12T21:50:00Z

Canadians warned flu season could hit hard

Canada is bracing for a potentially bad flu season because one of the main viruses circulating around the world is a bad match with this year's vaccine. Still, health officials say it's worth getting a flu shot, because it does offer some protection.

2025-11-11T03:07:26Z

Biden references his cancer treatment, calls Republican policies on healthcare 'flat-out wrong'

"I thank God for the doctors and nurses and the incredible breakthroughs we're making in cancer research," he said.

2025-11-08T09:58:55Z

Wellness Wednesday: Postpartum depression & anxiety

Sonia Sunger sits down with Cally Wesson, CEO and President of the BC Women's Health Foundation, to discuss postpartum depression and anxiety.

2025-11-12T21:50:00Z

Alberta pharmacies struggle to stock COVID-19 vaccines

Pharmacists in Alberta say they're constantly checking with private distributors, trying to alleviate waitlists of people hoping to get a COVID-19 vaccine in the province this fall. As Skylar Peters reports, they're concerned the confusion — and cost — may drive people away from getting one altogether.

2025-11-05T04:04:58Z

Health Matters: Carney introduces new health spending in 2025 budget

The federal government is promising a slew of new health spending measures as part of the federal budget released on Tuesday. This includes a proposal that allocates five billion dollars over three years for a dedicated health infrastructure fund. Katherine Ward has this story and more in Health Matters for Nov. 5, 2025.

2025-11-05T17:34:57Z

South Africa starts trials for first locally developed vaccine, a milestone for Africa

Researchers and scientists in South Africa on Tuesday launched clinical trials on the first domestically developed vaccine. The oral cholera vaccine, developed by the Cape Town-based pharmaceutical firm Biovac, is currently undergoing trials and depending on the results, could be approved and ready for use in Africa by 2028. (AP video shot by: Alfonso Nqunjana)

2025-11-12T08:13:54Z

Senate report details dozens of cases of medical neglect in federal immigration detention centers

A U.S. Senate investigation has uncovered dozens of credible reports of medical neglect and poor conditions in immigration detention centers nationwide — with detainees denied insulin, left without medical attention for days and forced to compete for clean water — raising scrutiny about how the government oversees its vast detention system.

2025-10-31T10:47:43Z

Lifelong drugs for autoimmune diseases don't work well. Now scientists are trying something new

Scientists are trying a revolutionary new approach to treat rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, lupus and other devastating autoimmune diseases — by reprogramming patients’ out-of-whack immune systems.

2025-11-13T15:22:46Z

Hereditary cancer, high cholesterol risk for 100,000 Canadians to be checked in genetic screening project

Over the the next five years, up to 100,000 people in Ontario will be screened for genetic conditions that increase their risk of hereditary cancers and a condition tied to high cholesterol and heart disease, says Princess Margaret Cancer Centre.

2025-11-06T10:06:39Z

'Shocking' data shows more treatment needed for youth with opioid use disorder: doctors

TORONTO — An editorial published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal on Monday says more youth are using opioids and calls for urgent action to provide treatment when they become addicted.

2025-10-27T04:04:31Z

Community support leads to quick action on rare medication for Manitoba boy

The parents of a five-year-old Manitoba boy with a rare terminal illness say they credit the community for stepping up in their efforts to get him medication to improve his quality of life. Iris Dyck reports.

2025-11-07T03:19:59Z

Health Matters: Rising measles cases being fueled in part by vaccine hesitancy around the world, study shows

Parental trust in childhood vaccines has declined following the COVID-19 pandemic according to a new international study. The findings suggest it may be contributing to the global rise measles cases. Katherine Ward has this story and more in Health Matters for Oct. 28, 2025.

2025-10-28T17:05:01Z

Expert’s top tip to prevent Alzheimer’s: ‘Get off junk food’

Dr. Dale Bredesen joins The Lead

2025-03-26T00:07:39Z

New service allows Islanders to access their own health records online

The provincial government launched MyHealthPEI — a new online portal that allows Islanders to access their own health information, including lab work, X-rays, and immunization history. The province spent years developing the platform at a cost of more than $15 million. CBC's Wayne Thibodeau has more details.

2025-10-28T22:52:26Z

Patient’s hands filled with cholesterol after he ate pounds of cheese, butter for months

Too much of a good thing is a bad thing, and a patient at Tampa General Hospital found that out the hard way when he overloaded on cheese and fats for his "carnivore diet."

2025-01-28T22:14:53Z

1,400 annual deaths linked to wildfire smoke in Canada: climate and health report

A new global health report suggests that every year from 2020 to 2024 about 1,400 deaths in Canada were associated with wildfire smoke pollution as climate change takes an increasing toll on the country's health.

2025-10-29T00:16:56Z

Health Matters: The month of the moustache

The annual Movember campaign has kicked into high-gear. As Movember spokesperson, Mitch Hermansen explains, the global movement encourages men to grow out their facial hair as a fun way to spark a serious conversation about the importance of men's health issues.

2025-11-06T22:05:00Z

Everyday ER: Have a cough that just won’t stop?

Dr. Shazma Mithani shares tips for how to manage a persistent post-viral cough - and how to know when it’s time to call in your family doctor.

2025-11-14T00:52:25Z

Montreal family doctors say Bill 2 threatens home care clinic

Doctors at a Montreal family medicine clinic that focuses on home care say Bill 2 is threatening its existence. The physicians believe that because their palliative care patients require longer visits, they’re about to face a 40 per cent pay cut. Dan Spector has the details.

2025-11-08T03:20:00Z

FDA restricts use of kids' fluoride supplements citing emerging health risks

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Food and Drug Administration on Friday moved to limit the use of fluoride supplements used to strengthen children's teeth, the latest action by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and his deputies against a chemical that is a mainstay of dental care.

2025-10-31T23:16:56Z

Menopause care is more widely available, but financially out of reach for many

TORONTO — Karine Beauchamp couldn't think straight, felt so exhausted she could barely get out of bed and had unpredictable mood swings ranging from sadness to anger.

2025-11-05T09:01:59Z

Should you get a flu shot if it’s not a perfect match for this year’s strains? Experts say yes

Mutations to some H3N2 strains might be mismatched to the current flu vaccine, but doctors explain why it’s still a good idea to get the shot.

2025-11-15T17:07:26Z

There is no safe amount of processed meat to eat, according to new research

A new study investigates the link between processed meat, sugar-sweetened beverages, and trans fatty acids, to diseases such as cancer, heart disease and type 2 diabetes.

2025-07-02T16:23:55Z

Social ties key for older adults rebounding from health issues: study

A new study published in the journal PLOS One looked at older adults who returned to optimal health after a major episode. In addition to lifestyle factors like sleep, not smoking and physical activity, social connections were also a key part of recovery.

2025-10-13T22:07:26Z

5-year-old boy approved for medication to slow rare disease

Leo Dupont, a five-year-old from Steinbach, Man., was diagnosed in June with Niemann-Pick disease type C, a rare and fatal neurodegenerative disease. For months, his family has been asking the province to put a medication that could help slow the disease onto a list of medications covered by the Manitoba government. On Wednesday, after thousands of letters from the public, Health Minister Uzoma Asagwara approved the treatment for Leo.

2025-11-06T00:07:27Z

Manitoba sees decrease in suspected substance-related deaths in first half of 2025

Preliminary numbers from Manitoba's Office of the Chief Medical Examiner shows there were fewer substance-related deaths in the first six months of this year, compared to the same time period in recent years. Still, one leader in Manitoba's harm reduction community tells CBC more services are needed.

2025-11-04T00:22:27Z

Edmonton doctor says inner-city TB outbreak low risk to general public

The head of Alberta's tuberculosis clinic says an outbreak in Edmonton's inner-city is is of little risk to Edmontonians at large.

2025-11-15T13:04:11Z

Eating more ultra-processed foods tied to increased risk of early-onset colorectal cancer

Eating a diet highest in ultra-processed foods is tied to an increased risk of early-onset colorectal cancer when compared with consuming such foods sparingly, a new U.S. study suggests, pointing to one potential reason for rising rates of the cancer in young adults.

2025-11-13T16:11:40Z

How melatonin supplements can support sleep, according to a doctor

Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. From changing seasons to new routines or simply coping with stressors, many factors can impact sleep. It is estimated that between 2.2 to 3.7 million Canadians could be struggling with a sleeping disorder. Melatonin — the hormone responsible for regulating your sleep-wake...

2024-12-13T19:14:11Z

New Study Says Coffee Can Help You Live Longer—and It's the Best News We've Heard All Week

We've been buzzing about it over our iced coffees all morning.

2025-06-06T21:04:46Z

Federal prison service 'ill-equipped' for long-term mental health care: watchdog

OTTAWA — Weak policies, insufficient training and a lack of specialized treatment are hindering the Correctional Service of Canada's efforts to deliver mental health care, the federal prison ombudsman says in his latest annual report.

2025-11-12T09:04:30Z

Sugary sodas cause deadly diseases. Coca-Cola worked to discredit the science.

Inside Coke's covert campaign to downplay the risks of sugary soda. A new book shows how the company misled America.

2025-03-18T08:16:21Z

Alberta reports first flu death of season as experts warn of vaccine mismatch

Alberta is reporting its first death from influenza this season, and as CBC's Jo Horwood reports, experts are warning that an evolving strain could be mismatched to the vaccine.

2025-11-10T17:37:26Z

New website raises awareness about available cancer clinical trials

Canadians now have access to a public listing of active cancer clinical trials across the country, a resource that’s long existed in the United States and Europe.

2025-11-10T23:14:29Z

Unlocking the four pillars of longevity

Discovering the key to longevity rests on maintaining a well-rounded fitness routine that emphasizes cardiovascular health, strength, balance, and flexibility. Join fitness experts Tim and Stacy Irvine as they guide you through effective exercises to help you achieve a balanced lifestyle.

2025-01-07T20:00:39Z

FDA warns websites selling unapproved Botox for cosmetic purposes

Associated Press (AP) — U.S. health regulators on Wednesday sent warning letters to 18 websites selling counterfeit or unapproved versions of Botox and similar injectable drugs commonly used to smooth wrinkles.

2025-11-05T20:16:57Z

Ottawa Public Health looking to province for funding boost

Local public health officials will be presenting the Board of Health’s 2026 budget to city council on Wednesday. The board chair says more funding from the province is needed to meet public health standards.

2025-11-11T23:07:27Z