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- 11/9/2023
Active case of tuberculosis detected at University of Victoria
The university says the risk of transmission is low and the Island Health authority has identified all those needing to be screened. - 11/9/2023
Polypharmacy rising among seniors with heart failure
Quebecers aged 65 and over with heart failure are taking more and more different pharmacological treatments, according to a new study - 11/8/2023
Parents of a terminally ill baby lose U.K. legal battle to bring her home
The parents of baby Indi Gregory, who has a rare metabolic disorder known as mitochondrial disease, have fought legal battles in a bid to continue life support for their child. - 11/8/2023
Deputy B.C. Green leader fired for liking post about Dr. Bonnie Henry and Nazi doctor
Inappropriate social media activity has cost Dr. Sanjiv Gandhi his job. - 11/8/2023
Fredericton police investigating 2022 death of former diplomat in hospital ER
A statement from the police says the major crime unit is involved in the investigation of 78-year-old Darrell Mesheau’s death on July 12, 2022, while he was in the waiting room at the Dr. Everett Chalmers Regional Hospital. - 11/8/2023
Quebec public sector strikes: Nurses, health staff launch two day walkout
Essential services are being maintained during the 48-hour strike, but the Health Department says some non-urgent surgeries could be postponed. - 11/8/2023
Saskatchewan to make changes to age requirements for purchasing tobacco products
The change aligns age restrictions for smoking and vaping with those on liquor and cannabis sales in Saskatchewan, something that has been done in most provinces. - 11/8/2023
High court to hear appeal of B.C. law slapping healthcare costs on opioid companies
Sanis Health, Sandoz Canada and McKeeson Canada, plus pharmacy retailer Shoppers Drug Mart, want the high court to examine two B.C. court decisions. - 11/8/2023
Amazon takes another shot at healthcare, this one a virtual care service that costs US$9 per month
The e-commerce giant says its Prime customers can now get quick access to a healthcare provider through a program that costs US$9 a month or US$99 annually. - 11/8/2023
Man receives the first eye transplant plus a new face. It’s a step toward one day restoring sight
An accident with high-voltage power lines had destroyed most of Aaron James’ face and one eye.