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Nova Scotia expanding partnership with private Halifax clinic for eye surgeries
The centre has been performing cataract surgeries for Nova Scotia Health since 2020, which has cost the province a total of $4.2 million.
Health Canada approves first bivalent booster for kids ages 5 to 11
The NACI strongly recommends children with weakened immune systems or underlying medical conditions be offered a dose

Celine Dion says she has 'stiff person syndrome.' Here's what that means

The name doesn't do justice to the pain and life-changing symptoms the syndrome causes.
Advocates seek funding for free contraception in next B.C. budget
Privacy of nearly 58,500 people breached in 2021 cyberattack on N.L. healthcare

A statement from the health authority says another 280 staff or former staff members were also affected by the cyberattack.
Ontario coroner investigating sudden death of child at Ajax hospital

The hospital says it cannot comment due to patient privacy.
More breast cancer patients can choose smaller surgery

In recent years, more patients with multiple tumors have been identified, a result of more sensitive imaging techniques that can reveal tiny, once-hidden cancers.
The (medical) funny pages: Doesn't work, could be fun to fix!

Your weekly dose of giggles!
At least five B.C. children died from influenza last month, as mortalities spike

The figure marks a departure from the average of two to three annual flu deaths among children in the province between 2015 and 2019.
Problem solved: How do I end an appointment without upsetting or angering a patient?

We asked physicians how they tackle this delicate problem, and these are the four top tips.
Gone for good: Doctor's misdeeds include ignoring patient's kidney disease, calling Dr. Fauci a murderer

Toronto GP Dr. Zoltan Peter Rona has agreed to resign and never again apply to practise medicine in Ontario or in any other jurisdiction, according to the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario.
Celine Dion diagnosed with rare neurological disorder

In an emotional video messages posted in French and English on Thursday on Instagram, Dion said stiff person syndrome was causing spasms that affect her ability to walk and sing.