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Encouraging trial results for AstraZeneca’s new weight-loss pill

A new pill developed by the British pharma firm AstraZeneca appears to help people lose a similar amount of weight to other GLP-1 oral drugs, trial results showed Monday.

Killing the mood: smartphones reduce birth rate, studies say

As governments around the world struggle with ways to reverse plunging birth rates, new U.S. studies suggest they have ignored a key culprit -- the smartphone.

Childhood egg allergies fall as early introduction becomes more common, new study finds

Parents used to be advised to keep allergenic foods like eggs away from babies, especially if allergies ran in the family. But based on recent and evolving evidence, the advice is now almost the opposite – and new research suggests the shift in guidance is paying off.

The late-night eating habit that may throw your gut health into chaos

If stress causes your digestive woes, eating late at night isn’t doing you any favours.

'Pick-up man': Organizations work to address mental health of Canadian farmers

The Mental Health Commission of Canada says farming and ranching are considered two of the most stressful occupations in the country. It’s a living that tests the hardiest of souls.

Quebec’s energy drink ban for under-16-year-olds could become law this week

After a lone elected member of Quebec’s parliament voiced opposition, the government’s plan to ban energy drinks for those under 16 years old could go ahead in the end.

Ontario is about to reduce colon cancer screening age limit. Other provinces should follow, urge advocates

Ontario is lowering the eligibility age for colon cancer screening to 45, but most provinces have not committed to following suit. An Ontario woman diagnosed at 41 says pushing for a colonoscopy helped save her life and is urging governments across Canada to expand access to earlier screening.

‘Time is crucial’: P.E.I. man says to learn signs of stroke, shares his experience

Keith O'Neill of Charlottetown is speaking out about a stroke he experienced in 2022 to spread awareness about the signs to look out for.

What surviving cancer looks like after treatment

Despite the often-invasive therapies, life after cancer treatment can be just as if not more challenging than the disease itself, according to survivors and patient advocates.

Long-term health risks for Montreal firefighters a growing concern

A new report shows that Montreal firefighters are busier than ever, and that, despite efforts to make it safer, the work comes with long-term health risks.

A healthier gut may be key to cancer care

As a budding specialist in bloodborne cancers like leukemia, Dr. Marcel van den Brink learned how to perform one of the most delicate high-wire acts in medicine: Starting in the early 1990s, many of his seriously ill patients had sophisticated procedures to rebuild, or reinstall, a new immune system.

Canada restricts U.S. livestock imports from areas affected by screwworm

Canada will place temporary import restrictions on livestock entering the country from affected areas in the U.S. after a case of screwworm was confirmed.

Kingston, Ont., health unit investigating 114 cases of stomach illness caused by parasite

The Southeast Public Health Unit says it is investigating at least 114 cases of a stomach illness called cryptosporidiosis, which is caused by ingesting contaminated food or water.

4 mumps cases linked to outbreak at ServiceOntario office: Toronto Public Health

Toronto Public Health is investigating a mumps outbreak linked to a downtown ServiceOntario office.

The U.S. has confirmed a screwworm case. Is the pest in Canada?

After the United States recently confirmed its first case of New World screwworm in livestock in decades, one expert says the flesh-eating parasite has currently not entered Canada.