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Protecting Canada’s Kids: The Hidden Risk in Your Child’s Favourite Cartoon Snacks

  • 2026-03-10
A Canadian report finds many kids’ snacks with cartoon characters are high in sugar, sodium or fat, raising concerns about food marketing to children.
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Endometriosis and the Immune System: What New Research Is Showing

  • 2026-03-05
New research suggests people with endometriosis may face higher odds of autoimmune disease. Here’s what scientists know so far.
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Health Canada Approves Ozempic to Reduce Heart Attack and Stroke Risk

  • 2026-03-03
Health Canada expands Ozempic approval to include reducing the risk of heart attacks and strokes in adults with type 2 diabetes and heart or kidney disease.
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Why “Tech Neck” is a Growing Pain for Canadians

  • 2026-02-25
Canadians spend over 6 hours a day on devices. PT Sameer Chunara shares essential information to manage the 12kg of extra pressure on your cervical spine.
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The Shingles “Blind Spot”: Why 55% of At-Risk Canadians Are Unaware of Their Vulnerability

  • 2026-02-24
55% of older Canadians with chronic diseases don't know they are at higher risk for shingles. Learn about what you can do.
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Is an AI Redesign the Answer to Canada’s Healthcare Wait Times?

  • 2026-02-20
Discover how a system-wide AI redesign could revolutionize Canadian healthcare productivity, diagnosis, and drug discovery according to the Fraser Institute.
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New CPR Guidelines for Canada: Why “Rescue Breaths” are Back for Kids

  • 2026-02-19
Heart & Stroke’s updated guidelines emphasize that children need rescue breaths during CPR, as their cardiac arrests are typically oxygen-related.
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Doctors Warn Canadians are “5x More Likely” to Experience Harm from AI Health Advice

  • 2026-02-10
A new report released today by the Canadian Medical Association (CMA) has revealed a dangerous new reality: Canadians…
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What’s Driving 105,000 Canadians A Year To Seek Care Abroad?

  • 2026-02-09
105,529 Canadians sought care abroad last year. From urology to eye surgery, we break down the procedures driving the exodus and how to stay safe.
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6 Million Canadians Living with Heart Disease: New 2026 Report

  • 2026-02-04
Heart & Stroke report reveals 90% of Canadians have at least one risk factor for heart disease. Learn about the new data on hypertension, diabetes, and vaping.
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Your Plants Impact Your Health and Your Pet’s Health

  • 2026-02-02
Struggling with dry air and winter blues? Staff your home with the right plants. A room-by-room guide to health, safety, and pet-friendly greenery.
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Kidney Breakthrough: Health Canada Authorizes First-of-its-Kind Treatment for Lupus Nephritis

  • 2026-01-28
Health Canada authorizes Gazyva for lupus nephritis. Discover how this twice-yearly treatment improves kidney response and prevents failure.

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