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B.C. leaders debate health care, vaccines — and paper straws

The leaders of the three major B.C. political parties clashed in a televised debate on Tuesday, which was touted as an…

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Nova Scotia

East Preston Day Care celebrates 50th anniversary

Dozens of kids, families, staff and community members gathered on Saturday afternoon to mark the 50th anniversary of the East Preston…

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Nova Scotia

About 70% of N.S. dentists participating in Canadian Dental Care Plan, but concerns remain

The number of dentists in Nova Scotia participating in the new Canadian Dental Care Plan has grown significantly since the program…

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Health

Photo appearing to show elder on hospital floor in Thunder Bay, Ont., raises concerns about Indigenous care

A photo that appears to show an Indigenous elder lying in the hallway of a Thunder Bay, Ont., hospital is…

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Health

Quebec publishes new directive, clarifying old one, on use of English in health care

The Quebec government has issued a new directive in an effort to clear up any confusion around the use of language…

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Canada

Edmonton Remand Centre inmates at risk with ‘inadequate’ mental health care, fatality report finds

WARNING: This story discusses suicide and suicidal ideation. Mental health resources in the Edmonton Remand Centre (ERC) are “completely inadequate”…

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Health

At 11, he suffered in palliative care for weeks. His mom says MAID should have been an option

WARNING: This story contains images and details of a child near the end of his life. Valérie Daigle wishes her…

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Nova Scotia

From Saulnierville to Sydney, 14 more pharmacies opening primary care clinics

Fourteen more pharmacies in Nova Scotia will soon be able to provide care for minor ailments and illnesses as part…

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Nova Scotia

A Halifax woman has spent years fighting for out-of-province care. Now she’s ready to end her life

As Jennifer Brady climbs into inflatable pants that cover from her toes to her chest, she positions her water bottle…

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Canada

B.C. to expand involuntary care for those with addiction issues

The B.C. government has announced it will expand involuntary care for those with mental health and addictions issues, and will…

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