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New data shows spike in COVID-19, cold symptoms as flu season arrives

The latest numbers from the federal government show flu season has arrived, with an increase in cases and cold symptoms.

Changing the way you put your baby to bed can save their life, according to new CDC data

Sudden unexpected infant death claimed the lives of about 3,400 babies in the United States in 2024. Despite decades of public health efforts to promote safer sleep, these deaths remain a major cause of mortality during infancy.

An Ebola treatment centre was burned down as the death toll in Congo passes 4,000

Congo’s Ebola outbreak has recorded more than 4,000 deaths, authorities said, as they struggle to contain the spread of the virus.

U.S. food safety regulator closes lettuce parasite probe, links outbreak to Mexico facility

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said on Friday it has concluded its investigation into a summer parasite outbreak, linking the illnesses to recalled shredded iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms de Mexico.

Life expectancy almost back to pre-COVID levels, says WHO

Global life expectancy is close to the levels seen before the COVID-19 pandemic, but the outlook for years lived in good health is recovering more slowly, the WHO said Friday.

Breast cancer screening needs to be more consistent, accessible: survey

Breast cancer is the most common cancer in Canadian women, yet a recent survey shows most respondents believe there's work to be done in how the disease is detected, treated and monitored.

Eating sugar while taking antibiotics might harm gut bacteria

Sugary foods combined with antibiotic treatment can damage the gut microbiome in ways that could leave people vulnerable to dangerous infections, a new study shows.

How has medical understanding of 'shaken baby syndrome' evolved?

An Ontario mother’s acquittal in the death of her infant son is the latest display of medical evidence of shaken baby syndrome discredited in the courtroom.

‘Immediately stop using’: Recall of baby strollers due to injury hazard

Baby strollers are being recalled in Canada because of a risk of children getting hurt.

Montreal hospital rules out potential Ebola case

A patient who was being evaluated at Centre hospitalier de l’Université de Montréal (CHUM) for a potential case of Ebola was determined not to have the virus, according to the hospital.

Health ministers say Ottawa needs to renew mental health, home care funding

Health ministers from across the country say the federal government needs to renew $1.2 billion in funding for mental health, addictions and home care that’s expiring next year.

Alberta drug coverage changes put private plans first, raising concerns about clarity and costs

Changes to how Alberta’s government-sponsored drug programs work with private insurance took effect Oct. 1, requiring private benefit plans to be billed first for claims eligible under both private and government-sponsored coverage.

Health of women with diabetes may deteriorate after menopause: study

Women with Type 1 diabetes appear to be at greater risk of physical and psychosocial health problems after menopause and require an updated treatment plan, according to a new study.

Tentative settlement in N.S. First Nation class action over non-consensual MRI scans

A tentative settlement has been reached in a class action lawsuit alleging members of a Nova Scotia First Nation underwent MRI scans without their consent.

Toronto hospital to greatly expand permanent housing program that reduces ER visits

A Toronto hospital network is set to greatly expand its unique permanent housing program that largely serves homeless people who visit hospital emergency departments an inordinate amount of time.