Health

Federal office mandate burdening Ottawa doctors as public servants seek medical notes

Family doctors in Ottawa are seeing an influx of public servants looking for medical notes to support work-from-home requests, putting added…

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Changes in Paxlovid coverage raises concerns about affordability, access in N.B.

New Brunswick has taken steps to make Paxlovid more affordable for some people at higher risk of becoming severely ill or…

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As P.E.I.’s only full-time blood cancer doctor leaves, province looks to recruit 2 more

Prince Edward Islanders diagnosed with blood cancer could soon have to travel outside the province for treatment.  P.E.I.’s only oncologist…

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Canada must act now to be prepared for the next health emergency, new pandemic report warns

Canada needs to learn from the COVID-19 pandemic and take action before the next health emergency strikes, an expert panel of…

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Ontario hospitals can’t handle projected 72% increase in chronic illness: study

A new study projects that millions more Ontarians will live with major illness by 2040. The report comes from the…

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Alberta’s new primary care agency to launch by Nov. 1 in health overhaul

The Alberta government continues to divvy up its provincial health authority, with the health minister saying the new agency responsible…

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They’re tackling addiction on Bell Island with soap, oatcakes and art — and some big dreams

The Bell Island Peer Support Network’s board chair Michael Clair has a big dream for the future of Bell Island.…

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This Guelph, Ont., couple is looking for a surrogate via social media after frustrating search

Stephanie Craig and Mike Murphy of Guelph, Ont., are a pretty average couple. They got married and bought a home together, and…

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It’s not the pizza, say dermatologists. What really causes acne breakouts

The Dose22:41I’m an adult! Why do I have acne? Skin care influencer Dr. Stefanie Stockhamer says her experiences with acne…

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It can cost up to 39% more to thrive in the GTA if you have a disability: research

When Franklyn McFadden needs to repair his $15,000 wheelchair, that expense is on him. It’s just one of many extra…

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