One of the world's most common artificial sweeteners is set to be declared a possible carcinogen next month by a leading global health body, according to two sources with knowledge of the process.
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WHO to declare artificial sweetener aspartame a possible cancer risk sources say
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Summer now means fear for some as study shows poverty brought biggest risk of death in B.C. heat dome
For British Columbians depending on government assistance, it came as no surprise to learn poverty was the biggest risk factor for death during the 2021 heat dome, according to unpublished research from the B.C. Centre for Disease Control.
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As Canada grapples with a doctor shortage Ottawa announces immigration stream for health workers
The federal government announced Wednesday it will use Canada's immigration system to recruit more in-demand health-care workers as the country grapples with a severe shortage of some professionals in the field, such as family doctors.
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'Tranq dope' making dire situation worse on the streets of Alberta outreach workers say
The sale of streets drugs laced with animal tranquilizers is taking its toll. In recent weeks, EMS responses to opioid-related events have neared record levels.
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Provinces with existing dental coverage got smaller share of federal kids' benefit
Provinces that already cover dental-care services for children have been given a smaller share of federal dollars from the Canada Dental Benefit, further driving concerns that governments will end that coverage as the program expands.
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TikTokers tout berberine as 'nature's Ozempic.' Here's why doctors say it's not
Some social media influencers tout the herbal supplement berberine as a weight-loss "miracle" — even fashioning it "nature's Ozempic." But with most things that sound too good to be true, this claim is, too, say doctors — and could pose some risks. Here's what you need to know about berberine.
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Opioid death rates tripled for Ontario teens young adults since 2014 research shows
Opioid-related deaths among teens and young adults in Ontario tripled from 2014 to 2021, while drug treatment rates significantly decreased, a new report shows.
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First locally acquired malaria cases diagnosed in 20 years in U.S.
The United States has seen five cases of malaria spread by mosquitos in the last two months — the first time there’s been local spread in 20 years.
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Why are so few dentists willing to travel to N.W.T. communities?
Long hours, inadequate work spaces and lower pay. Those are some of the conditions dentists face when they travel to remote N.W.T. communities.
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Patients wait in pain as a surgeon fights to get paid all in a battle over health-care dollars
Patients with severe scoliosis say they waited years for surgery, only to be told it wouldn't be happening, all with the same Toronto surgeon. Behind the scenes, a battle has been playing out between their doctor and the province over delayed payments and rising pressure to tackle backlogs of other, more common procedures.
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He lost his big brother to brain cancer. Now play therapy helps him process his grief
Sharon Bulger's nine-year-old son Cameron was in Canuck Place for palliative care. After he died, Canuck Place continued to provide support for the family, including play therapy for Zach, Bulger's youngest son.
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White House to highlight reproductive rights on 1-year anniversary of abortion ruling
U.S. President Joe Biden hosts a rally on Friday to mark the approaching one-year anniversary of the Supreme Court decision overturning federal abortion protections, and will issue an executive order seeking to bolster access to contraception.
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Canadians are taking Ozempic but stigma around weight stops them talking about it
The shame and stigma attached to body size and obesity has crept into the use of weight-loss medications like Ozempic, says a woman who has struggled with her weight for years.
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Death toll for toxic drugs in B.C. surpasses 1000 in first 5 months of the year
The death toll for illicit drug overdoses in British Columbia has surpassed 1,000 people just five months into the year, according to the B.C. Coroner's Service.
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Osteoporosis is a silent disease. Here's what experts say about how to prevent it
Experts say there are many risk factors for developing osteoporosis, and being aware of our bone health early in life can help prevent it.
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Med school tackles rural doctor shortage with crash course in community culture
Northern Ontario School of Medicine University program goes beyond simply training new doctors by teaching students a few things that could influence where they choose to practice.
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A composer worked with patients in therapy. They created beautiful music together
A pilot program brought patients from the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health together with a composer for 8 weeks. The end result was a near 10 minute piece of classical music that will eventually take the stage with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra.
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B.C. sales of Ozempic to U.S. residents plummet by 99% after provincial restrictions
The amount of Ozempic being sold to U.S. residents from pharmacies in B.C. has fallen dramatically since restrictions came into effect this spring, according to the province.
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Doctors urge caution as more parents use melatonin to help their kids sleep
Some doctors are raising concerns about the increased use of melatonin as a sleep aid for children. They’re pointing to a spike in calls to poison control centres and a lack of clarity about what's actually in those gummies kids are gobbling up.
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They had access to a safe supply as health-care workers. That's why they want the same for others
Corey Williams and Nathan McLean are advocates for safe supply, after having lived experience with addiction and working in healthcare.
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B.C. announces universal coverage for medication to treat opioid addiction
British Columbia says it’s the first in Canada to provide universal coverage for eligible medications used for the treatment of opioid-use disorder.
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Sedatives added to P.E.I. street drugs have made opioids more risky says PEERS Alliance
Street opioids have become even more dangerous on P.E.I. as suppliers cut drugs like fentanyl with benzodiazepines and Xylazine, an animal tranquilizer. PEERS Alliance is urging people who use street drugs to test their supply before they take their first dose.
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Patient lawsuits say fake nurse caused 'excruciating' pain loss of trust in health-care system
Seven women who say a serial imposter posing as a nurse left them in “excruciating” pain, exposed them to infection, injured them or personally insulted them have all filed lawsuits, alleging negligence by the operators of the Vancouver hospital where Brigitte Cleroux worked for a year.
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NDP tables pharmacare bill to pressure government
In what party leader Jagmeet Singh describes as an effort to pressure the Liberal government on the file, the NDP has tabled legislation to establish a universal single-payer pharmacare system in Canada.
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Eating healthy is hard. It's even harder for people who can barely afford to eat at all
Inflation is driving up the price of food across the province and more people are relying on food banks to supplement their groceries. What does that mean for folks on a prescribed diet?
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Survivors promise it gets better as research shows surge in suicide deaths for young girls
In light of a new Canadian study showing a spike in suicide deaths among young girls, women who’ve made it to the other side of some tough teen years are urging struggling adolescents not to give up hope.
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Hair loss can be difficult, cancer patients say — and some want better access to options
Despite advances in cancer treatment, little has changed with respect to its effects on hair. But alternatives, like wigs and cold-capping procedures that can protect a patient's hair, are out of reach for many patients due to price and availability.
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Supreme Court won't hear case of Alberta patient denied transplant for refusing COVID vaccine
The Supreme Court of Canada will not hear the appeal of an Alberta woman who was unwilling to be vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to get a life-saving organ transplant.
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Syphilis cases in B.C. youth have nearly doubled, health officials say. But some may not know they have it
The sexually transmitted infection has nearly doubled in numbers for young people in B.C. over the last five years, and health experts say it's important to get tested as syphilis symptoms can often go unnoticed.
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Wildfire smoke is in our homes. Here's how to clear out toxic particles
As wildfire smoke blankets entire cities, some of it can seep into your home. From what kind of filters to where best to put an air purifer, we ask experts how to clear the air.
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How we measure air quality and what the numbers mean
Wildfire smoke has led many to start pouring over charts and numbers to get a sense of the air quality in their area. But what exactly do these indexes measure, and how should they be interpreted? Here's a quick primer.
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Smoky skies bulletins issued, warning of poor air quality across B.C.
Environment Canada has issued special weather statements on poor air quality across multiple regions of B.C. due to wildfire smoke and fine particulate matter on Wednesday.
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How 'severe and unusual' smoke from Canadian wildfires is spreading and what it means for your health
As wildfires continue to rage out of control in Quebec, severe levels of air pollution have prompted air quality warnings across vast portions of eastern Canada and the U.S. CBC News spoke to experts and consulted recent studies to show the potential health impacts of the smoke in the air.
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Dangerously bad, smoky air persists in Ottawa area
Smoke from wildfires in and around eastern Ontario and western Quebec has again made the air quality a very high risk to people's health Wednesday.
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Reinforcements arriving to fight Quebec fires as premier warns of more evacuation orders
People who had to leave their homes due to fires burning across northern and western regions of Quebec will not be able to return to their communities until next week, says Premier François Legault.
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How to better protect yourself from the health effects of wildfire smoke
From do-it-yourself air cleaning devices to moving your workout indoors, experts say more Canadians will see smoky summer days and need to plan ahead to avoid potentially dangerous exposures.
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Federal judge blocks Florida ban on transgender medical treatment for minors
Saying gender identity is real, a federal judge temporarily blocked portions of a new Florida law that bans transgender minors from receiving puberty blockers, ruling Tuesday that the state has no rational basis for denying patients treatment.
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Provincial health officer, chief coroner condemn 'polarizing' rhetoric over B.C.'s safe drug supply
The province launched a prescribed safe supply program in March 2020, and Dr. Bonnie Henry says a program review now underway will be based on data, not divisive politics.
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Halifax firefighters describe risking their lives to save elderly man from wildfire
A Halifax Fire captain who risked his own life to rescue an elderly man from an active wildfire zone says he was just doing his job — and doesn't consider himself a hero.
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The FDA says people are confusing poppers with energy shots, and dying. Experts want proof
It’s not unusual for the packaging of one product to resemble that of another, potentially leading to mix-ups. But the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has warned people who drink energy shots to make sure they’re not accidentally chugging a bottle of poppers — or they might end up sick or dead.
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Scared of heights? How virtual reality can help people overcome their phobias
Virtual reality-based (VR) therapy combines other forms of therapy, including talk, with technology, allowing patients to immerse themselves in their fears in a groundbreaking way. It’s been used to treat post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety and other mental health diagnoses.
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A new Indigenous pharmacy association is forging connections in health care
From the top down to the grassroots, Indigenous pharmacists are working to build a community in their field — and ensure people have access to both traditional and modern medicine.
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Industry knew about risks of PFAS 'forever chemicals' for decades before push to restrict them, study says
Makers of PFAS, a class of chemicals used in everything from cookware to food containers and makeup, knew the substances were toxic as early as the 1970s and obscured the danger, according to a new study based on industry archives held at the University of California.
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Women fare worse than men after surviving a stroke, new report suggests
Nearly a million Canadians are living with the aftereffects of having a stroke, including serious mental health issues, a new paper from the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada suggests. It also says women often fare worse than men.
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How does wildfire smoke affect long-term health? Researchers are trying to find out
As Canadians learn to deal with the immediate health effects of wildfire smoke, researchers are gradually learning more about the long-term impacts smoke exposure could have on the body.
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