Health
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The Unseen Threat to Sea Stars Unveiled by Researchers
Marine scientists have isolated Vibrio pectenicida as the key agent responsible for sea star wasting…
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Toronto Struggles with Poor Air Quality as Special Statement is Issued
Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) are currently in the midst of an air…
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Island Health’s Fatigue Policy Faces Criticism Amid Staffing Shortages
The negative ramifications of Island Health’s newly introduced fatigue policy have flipped the script and…
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Controversy Erupts as B.C. Ostriches Face Culling Decision
Hundreds of ostriches in British Columbia (B.C.) are facing a death sentence. The government has…
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B.C. Paramedics Face Mental Health Crisis Amid Rising Call Volumes
British Columbia’s paramedics are in the middle of a mental health emergency. Yet this year,…
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Widespread Air Quality Warnings Issued Across Canada Due to Prairie Wildfire Smoke
Quebec, Ontario, Manitoba and Nova Scotia all wrote air quality advisories in recent days. The…
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A Personal Support Worker Bridges Cultural Gaps During Measles Outbreak
Catalina Friesen is a personal support worker and board member of the St. Thomas Central…
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Alberta Faces Potential Loss of Measles Elimination Status Amid Rising Cases
According to health experts, Alberta is on the verge of losing its measles elimination designation.…
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Contraceptive Use Declines in Canada Amid Misinformation and Cost Barriers
Newley published research from our team found a sharp decline in prescription contraceptive use among…
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Whistleblower Lawsuit Highlights Concerns Over Conditions in Fraser Health Hospitals
Physician and investigative journalist Dr. Kaitlin Stockton is doing something about it. She filed a…
