Calgary’s unique weather patterns can trigger severe migraines for many residents Calgary’s Weather Challenges: A Struggle for Migraine Sufferers Calgary: For many folks in Calgary, seeing a Chinook arch in the sky is a good sign. It usually means warmer weather is on the way. But for migraine sufferers, it can mean trouble. These weather…
Ontario towns are competing fiercely to attract family doctors as shortages worsen Ontario Communities in an Arms Race to Recruit Family Doctors Amid Shortages Brockton: Ontario is facing a real challenge with family doctor shortages. Many communities are getting creative to attract new physicians, and it’s becoming quite the competition. The Ontario College of Family…
Toronto health officials alert travellers about possible measles exposure at Pearson Airport after a recent case linked to international travel Officials Warn Travellers of Potential Measles Exposure at Pearson Airport Toronto: Health officials are sounding the alarm for anyone who was at Toronto Pearson International Airport recently. They’re warning about possible measles exposure. Earlier this…
Toronto Public Health warns travelers of potential measles exposure at Pearson Airport Toronto Public Health Issues Measles Exposure Alert for Pearson Airport Toronto: So, here’s the scoop. Toronto Public Health is sounding the alarm about possible measles exposure at Pearson International Airport. If you were on Turkish Airlines Flight TK17 from Istanbul on Wednesday, you…
Getting your pet’s prescription filled at a pharmacy in Canada can be a real hassle Why Filling Your Pet’s Prescription at a Pharmacy is Tough in Canada Dorchester: Anna Mikicinki has three dogs, and their vet bills can pile up fast. To save some cash, she started looking for pet meds online, even finding a…
Health Canada has received a new rabies vaccine shipment as Ontario faces a shortage and rising demand following a tragic incident. Health Canada Receives Rabies Vaccine Shipment Amid Ontario Shortage and Demand Toronto: Health Canada just got a shipment of rabies vaccines, which is great news since Ontario has been running low. The city has…
Toronto’s Moss Park site will stay open temporarily, easing concerns for users amid ongoing challenges in the opioid crisis Toronto’s Moss Park Safe Consumption Site Receives Lease Extension Relief Toronto: Users of the Moss Park safe consumption site are breathing a sigh of relief. The site won’t close just yet, thanks to a lease extension.…
Many pet owners are feeling the pinch as corporate vet clinics hike prices, leaving them in a tough spot. Corporatization of Vet Clinics Leads to Rising Prices for Pet Owners Nationwide Toronto: Maja Terzic took her sick cat, Guppy, to the vet, hoping for answers. Instead, she got a shocking $1,100 bill for tests she…
Canadian health officials are considering sending inspectors to Italy to investigate a salmonella outbreak linked to mini pastries affecting dozens. Canadian Inspectors May Travel to Italy for Salmonella Pastry Investigation Montreal: The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is looking into a salmonella outbreak that has made at least 61 people sick in Canada. They might send…
Cynthia Martineau was let go after Ontario Health atHome faced critical supply issues Ontario Health-Care CEO Dismissed Amid Palliative Care Supply Shortages Ontario: So, here’s the scoop. Cynthia Martineau, the head of Ontario Health atHome, just got the boot. Why? Well, the agency couldn’t keep up with the demand for medical supplies, especially for home…