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- Europe sees decline in bird flu case detections, report finds - Global News
Europe witnesses decline in bird flu case detections
- Heartwarming story by Chilliwack cancer survivor published in ‘Chicken Soup for the Soul’
Sharon Blaker, a cancer survivor, shares her story 'A Bald Head Is Fun' in her new book about being a grandmother.
- Hundreds of GPs tell BBC they have never refused a fit note over mental health concerns
GPs say they rarely refuse fit notes.
- Quickly replacing retired ER doc will stabilize strained system
Western Hospital faces service impact due to ER physician retirement
- New Portable MRI Helps Surgeons In Groundbreaking Brain Surgery
New portable MRI system used in brain surgery for first time
- Rapid Acceleration of New Stimulant Rx for Adults Seen During COVID-19 Pandemic - The Cardiology Advisor
Stimulant prescriptions for adults increased during COVID-19 pandemic
- Edmonton police seek dashcam footage of 122 Ave collision injuring 2 teens
Two teenagers were injured in a collision on 122 Avenue in North Central Edmonton.
- Loitering outside Calgary pharmacy raises concerns over safety
Concerns over safety rise as people loiter outside Calgary pharmacy
- Canadian Cancer Society urges lowering of screening age for colorectal cancer - The Globe and Mail
Canadian Cancer Society urges provinces to lower colorectal cancer screening age to 45
- Police watchdog investigating crash in Maple Ridge involving anti-gang unit
A police watchdog group is investigating a December crash in Maple Ridge that involved an anti-gang unit, resulting in a suspect being taken to hospital.
- Island Health initiative aims to lessen seniors’ fears during hospital visits
Island Health initiative aims to reduce seniors' fears during hospital visits
- Local health-care worker celebrates hospital lottery win
A local health-care worker has won a hospital lottery.
- Chinese virologists develop vaccine-carrying mosquitoes to immunise bats against rabies and Nipah
Chinese scientists develop vaccine-carrying mosquitoes to immunize bats against rabies and Nipah, a new approach prioritizing biosafety.
- Dax Huba, Crossfield Fire Chief, stars in travel documentary
Dax Huba, a fire chief, embarks on a 1,200km jet ski journey across British Columbia to raise awareness about PTSD and mental health through the documentary Less Travelled.
- Girl Dinner 613 feeds Ottawa an innovative twelve-course meal for a good cause
Girl Dinner 613 launches innovative twelve-course meal series to benefit local food bank
- Fossils may not tell the complete story of early humans. Mosquitoes could fill in the gaps - CP24
Fossils may not provide a complete picture of early human evolution
- Fossils may not tell the complete story of early humans. Mosquitoes could fill in the gaps - CTV News
Mosquitoes' DNA may hold clues to human evolution
- Alternative to HRT for menopausal hot flushes now on NHS - Yahoo News Canada
Alternative hormone treatments for menopausal hot flushes now available on NHS.
- Community invited to celebrate Brazillian Culture at Brasil Fest 2026
Brazilian culture to be showcased at festival
- FACTS MATTER: A small win against cancer
Canada's national cancer rate decreased from 592 to 581 per 100,000 between 2022 and 2023.
- Cranbrook hospital board chair blasts province as expansion costs rise, shifting burden to local taxpayers
Cranbrook hospital expansion costs surge by $17 million
- Reader urges officials to reconsider senior health resources
Concerns raised about impact of funding cuts on senior health resources
- Canadian Cancer Society urges lowering colorectal cancer screening age to 45 as cases rise among people under 50
Canadian Cancer Society urges provinces to lower colorectal cancer screening age to 45
- To train or not To train
Loss of muscle mass and strength
- Surgeon, patient decry 5-year wait time for cornea transplants in N.L.
Newfoundland and Labrador lacks an organ bank for eye tissue
- Several killed in Swiss bus fire, foul play not ruled out
Bus fire in Switzerland kills several, foul play suspected
- Opinion: What pet cats can tell us about human cancer
New study uses DNA from cat tumors to map human cancer genes
- Vicks inhalers recalled after manufacturer found to not have required medical license
Vicks inhalers recalled due to lack of medical license
- TidBits
Piwapan Wellness Centre hosts 2026 Justice and Health Symposium on March 12-13.
- Winnipeg slo-pitch charity tournament raises $100k
Winnipeg slo-pitch charity tournament raises $100k
- Patience “Jean” Cochran
Patience 'Jean' Cochran, 84, of Barriere, BC passed away peacefully on February 18, 2026, surrounded by her family at the Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops.
- Ground to break in spring on new mental health hub for Vernon youth
New mental health hub to open in Vernon for youth aged 12-24
- Helping International Municipal Leaders effectively address the synthetic opioid crisis
Canada to push for global cooperation to combat synthetic opioid crisis
- Ontario boosts Rapid Access Addictions Medicine (RAAM) clinics with new funding in North Bay
Ontario provides funding for RAAM clinics in North Bay, supporting access to addiction treatment services.
- Experts, developers skeptical as Ottawa considers inclusionary zoning framework
City considers inclusionary zoning policy
- Making health care fit the patient
Access to primary care is critical for early detection and prevention of illnesses.
- New mental health crisis helpline for people aged 13+ launches in Kelowna
A new mental health crisis helpline has been launched in Kelowna for individuals aged 13 and older.
- Blue: Gene-edited meat arrives in Canada – how will consumers know?
Gene-edited pigs approved for Canadian market
- What these Hamilton roommates want you to know about women living with Parkinson's disease
Parkinson's disease affects women differently than men
- GLP-1 Receptor Agonist Use Linked to Reduced Risks for Substance Use Disorder - Ophthalmology Advisor
GLP-1 Receptor Agonist Use Linked to Reduced Risks for Substance Use Disorder
- Curaleaf: Not Reaching For A Mixed Bag
Curaleaf's high debt and limited cash pose challenges for the company
- Exercise recommended as part of treatment for colon cancer | Folio
Exercise is now recommended as a treatment option for colon cancer, following new evidence from a landmark international trial led by a University of Alberta researcher.
- Minor hospitalized with serious injuries after being struck by car in Anjou: police
A minor was hospitalized with serious injuries after being struck by a vehicle in Anjou, Montreal police say.
- NRGH cancer centre construction expected to cause traffic delays
Construction on the NRGH cancer centre is expected to cause traffic delays on Dufferin Crescent.
- Premier helps break ground on 'deeply personal' Alliston hospital expansion
Ontario premier breaks ground on Alliston hospital expansion
- New study: Depression patients still symptom-free 5 years after taking psychedelic mushrooms - Good Good Good News
New study finds depression patients remain symptom-free 5 years after using psychedelic mushrooms, promising treatment option for mental health