Lebanon: Medical aid arrives in Beirut amid intensifying Israeli strikes
“There were two strikes and a huge crater was created in the no-man’s land between the Syrian and the Lebanese side. It’s very hard for vehicles still to go through...
CVS is considering a break up. Here’s why that could be risky
A sign outside of a CVS pharmacy store on February 07, 2024 in Miami, Florida. Joe Raedle | Getty ImagesIt's time for a wellness check at CVS Health.Shares of the company...
Pharmacare bill passes key test ahead of next week’s final Senate vote
The government's pharmacare legislation has survived a key step on the way to becoming law and could pass the Senate next week.Bill C-64, a framework for the implementation of national...
Brantford-area child dies from rabies after contact with a bat, health official says
A child from the Brantford, Ont., area has died from rabies, says a local medical officer of health. Dr. Malcolm Lock of the Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit told councillors at a board of health meeting...
Toronto hospital to open permanent supportive housing apartments for homeless people
A new housing project for those who live on the streets and frequently end up in the emergency room is set to welcome its first residents in Toronto this month,...
Syphilis outbreak declared in Labrador-Grenfell region
Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection that is caused by bacteria. Health officials are responding to a sudden spike in the Labrador-Grenfell region of N.L. Health Services. (CBC News/NIAID)More cases...
Thunder Bay pharmacy, 2 pharmacists face disciplinary hearings by Ontario regulator
A Thunder Bay pharmacy and two pharmacists face disciplinary hearings with the Ontario profession's regulator.Jaspreet Sahota allegedly committed proprietary misconduct while working as the designated manager and director of Fort...
Victims of deadly Lebanon escalation describe fleeing ‘total destruction’
In the Lebanese capital, UN humanitarians reported “another night of strikes” and ongoing attacks, as aid workers continued trying to help all those in need. This was “despite their own...
Oura Ring 4 smart ring announced for $349, releases Oct. 15
A user wearing an Oura RingCourtesy: OuraOura unveiled its new smart ring, the Oura Ring 4, on Thursday, which is available starting at $349. The company's rings track sleep, exercise, stress,...
CancerCare Manitoba addresses concerns about workloads, burnout, workplace culture in letter
CancerCare Manitoba's board has issued a letter in response to concerns raised over a week ago regarding excessive workloads, burnout, wait lists and dissatisfaction with the workplace culture. Jeoffrey Chipman, chair...