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How to Survive the Heat This Summer and Know When It’s an Emergency

  • 2026-07-02
With historic summer heat warnings hitting Canada, learn how to prevent heat illness, spot the signs of heat stroke, and know when to call 911.
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Canadian Weight Loss Drugs Set to Drop in Price

  • 2026-06-30
Health Canada has approved Svemia, the first generic version of Wegovy, offering a cheaper path to the popular weight loss drug.
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A Canadian-Led Trial Just Found a Way to Cut Brain Bleed Recurrence by Nearly 85%

  • 2026-06-25
A Canadian-led trial found that adding one procedure after brain bleed surgery cut recurrence rates from 28% to just 4%.
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“It’s Honestly a Miracle”: Canadian Doctors Make Medical History With World-First Burn Treatment

  • 2026-06-24
A Hamilton hospital performed a world-first exosome burn treatment on a young woman's facial burns, with remarkable results.
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The 5 Nutrients Canadians Are Most Likely Missing and How to Get Them Through Food

  • 2026-06-17
Up to 40% of Canadian adults may be nutrient deficient without knowing it. Here's what's missing and how to fix it through food and supplements.
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Opioid Toxicity Deaths Are Finally Dropping in Canada…But the Crisis Has Already Cost Us Years

  • 2026-06-15
New Health Canada data shows a 23% drop in overdose deaths, but opioids have already cost Canadians years of life expectancy.
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The World Cup Starts Today. Here’s What Canadians Should Know About Staying Healthy.

  • 2026-06-11
Canada is hosting the World Cup for the first time and public health officials have real concerns. Here's what fans need to know before attending.
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Tick Season Is Getting Worse in Canada and Lyme Isn’t the Only Concern

  • 2026-06-09
As tick habitats expand in Canada, knowing how to spot and prevent bites is vital. Here is your guide to the new risks and natural repellents.
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Nine in Ten Canadians Want the Health System to Change. Here’s What They’re Saying.

  • 2026-06-03
A new national survey finds 91% of Canadians want health system change now, with broad openness to team-based care, digital tools, and private delivery.
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Your Social Media Feed May Be Selling You Women’s Health Products That Don’t Work

  • 2026-06-02
Women’s health gaps are being filled by viral marketing. Here is the clinical reality behind 5 heavily promoted online wellness trends.
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Would You Trust AI Over Your Doctor?

  • 2026-05-27
Nearly half of Canadians use AI for medical advice, but 68% would still wait two weeks for a human doctor over an immediate AI diagnosis.
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Syphilis Is Surging in Ontario and Pregnant Women Are Paying the Price

  • 2026-05-26
Ontario's syphilis surge has reached every corner of the province. Here's what pregnant people need to know about screening and protection.

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