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These 13 7-Eleven sandwiches, subs and wraps are recalled for listeria risk – Global News
April 15, 2026 Thirteen types of sandwiches, subs and wraps sold by convenience chain 7-Eleven are being recalled due to the risk of listeria monocytogenes. The recalled was triggered by…
Salmonella outbreak linked to Stoney Creek pub sickens 9 people – CTV
April 14, 2026 A salmonella outbreak linked to a pub in Stoney Creek has sickened nine people, Hamilton Public Health says. On Tuesday, the local health agency said it was…
What experts say about claims of new weight-loss drug making people fall out of love – CTV
April 15, 2026 Social media users using an experimental weight-loss drug c are reporting that it is making people “fall out of love.” Juan Zuniga, who goes by the handle…
Health Canada approves first needle-free spray treatment for allergic reactions – CTV
April 15, 2026 Health Canada has approved use of the brand Neffy, the first needle-free treatment for some allergic reactions — such as insect stings or bites, foods, and medicinal…
P.E.I. hires more nurse practitioners as thousands of Islanders await family doctor – CTV
April 14, 2026 CHARLOTTETOWN — P.E.I. has hired 10 newly graduated nurse practitioners, with most set to join primary care roles this spring as the province works to connect more…
Thousands are sharing side effects of weight-loss drugs doctors may miss, study suggests – CTV
April 14, 2026 Researchers who used AI to analyze hundreds of thousands of social media posts say they have identified unreported GLP-1 side effects, including menstrual changes, fatigue and temperature-related…
Heather Winterstein’s life possibly could have been saved if treated sooner in Ontario hospital, inquest told – CBC
Medical specialist says 24-year-old’s best chance of survival was at 1st St. Catharines hospital visit Apr 14, 2026 Heather Winterstein’s life possibly could have been saved if she’d received a…
B.C. declared toxic drugs a public health emergency 10 years ago. Has it made a difference? – CBC
Experts worry public opinion outweighs scientific evidence when it comes to policy making Apr 14, 2026 Cousins Patricia Caddy and Jordane Lopez spent their summers like a lot of kids…
Spice blend recalled across Canada for possible salmonella contamination – CTV
April 12, 2026 The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has announced a recall for the Alarjawi brand Royal Zaatar recalled due to possible salmonella contamination. The affected product is the…
Young adult cancer survivors at twice the risk of later cancers, study suggests – CBC
Researchers say cancer survivors diagnosed between 15 and 39 face a higher risk of new cancers later Apr 13, 2026 Cancer experts say a new study highlights the need for…
