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Black women, ‘biological weathering’ and persistent gaps in maternal care
At the Federation of Medical Women of Canada conference in Toronto, obstetrics and gynecology specialist Dr. Marjorie Dixon outlined how physicians and help close the gap in maternal care outcomes for Black patients.
Alberta Medical Association says first measles death a ‘stark’ reminder outbreak was preventable
As of Friday, 1,917 measles cases have been reported by the province on its website this year, with three of those cases currently active and communicable.

Study finds ADHD medication associated with reduced risks of suicide and criminal behaviour

A large Swedish study published in the BMJ found methylphenidate is associated with a significant reduction in suicidal behavior, substance use, transport accidents and crime.
Childhood hypertension linked to increased risk of kidney decline: large Canadian study

Hypertensive children and adolescents have a threefold increased risk of developing serious kidney problems compared to young people without hypertension, according to a large retrospective cohort study conducted in Ontario.
AI helps Ont. researcher discover breakthrough antibiotic treatment for bowel disease

Jon Stokes’s research lab has discovered what could be a breakthrough treatment for Crohn’s and inflammatory bowel disease in about 100 seconds.
Which children are at high risk for long QT syndrome?

Children and adolescents with long QT syndrome, a rare genetic heart disease, are at significant risk of developing life-threatening arrhythmias, according to a German study.
Moisturizer helps to prevent eczema in children: study

Children who develop eczema early in life are at risk of developing allergic comorbidities and mental health disorders, as well as being bullied.
Some people tape their mouths shut at night. Doctors wish they wouldn't

Some on social media say it's a hack for getting more and better sleep and to reduce snoring. The claims—which are not backed by science—are taking off on places like TikTok, sometimes pushed by people working for companies selling related products.
Dr. Jane Philpott outlines Ontario’s plan to connect 2 million residents to primary care

Few Canadians have experienced the healthcare system from as many vantage points as Dr. Jane Philpott.
First Canadian guidelines for clinical care of spinal bulbar muscular atrophy

Also known as Kennedy’s disease, the neuromuscular disorder has the highest global prevalence in Saskatchewan.

Black women, ‘biological weathering’ and persistent gaps in maternal care

Alberta Medical Association says first measles death a ‘stark’ reminder outbreak was preventable

Study finds ADHD medication associated with reduced risks of suicide and criminal behaviour

Childhood hypertension linked to increased risk of kidney decline: large Canadian study

AI helps Ont. researcher discover breakthrough antibiotic treatment for bowel disease

Which children are at high risk for long QT syndrome?

Moisturizer helps to prevent eczema in children: study

Some people tape their mouths shut at night. Doctors wish they wouldn't

Dr. Jane Philpott outlines Ontario’s plan to connect 2 million residents to primary care

First Canadian guidelines for clinical care of spinal bulbar muscular atrophy