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Opioid deaths dropped across Canada last year. Alberta’s decline was comparatively small – CBC
Alberta reported slight drop in deaths, steep rise in EMS responses Jun 22, 2026 When Canadian health officials expressed “cautious optimism” last week about declining opioid toxicity deaths, two out…
Ottawa cut therapy sessions for refugees to 10 hours per year. Now some are pushing back – CBC
New limit was quietly introduced, surprising therapists and clients alike Jun 22, 2026 When the federal government introduced supplemental health copayments for asylum seekers and refugee claimants earlier this spring,…
Why the debate about MAID for mental illness still rages and where the conversation is at today – CBC
Questions remain after federal committee recommends excluding people with mental illness from accessing MAID Jun 22, 2026 The debate over whether Canadians with mental illness should have access to a…
Startling science: Taking an omega-3 supplement doesn’t boost memory or cognition – CTV
June 19, 2026 If you’re taking an omega-3 fish oil or algae supplement to stave off Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, take note: A new clinical trial finds these supplements did…
U.S. Centers for Disease Control issues travel alert for Manitoba over hepatitis A outbreak – CBC
784 cases, 4 deaths associated with Manitoba outbreak that began in April 2025 Jun 17, 2026 Manitoba’s ongoing hepatitis A outbreak, which has claimed the lives of four people, has…
Eligible doctors in Alberta can work in both public, private systems starting this fall – CBC
Doctors can lose dual practice status if they don’t work enough hours in public system Jun 18, 2026 The Alberta government says its new dual practice health model, which allows…
Access to free naloxone in B.C. preventing 4 out of 5 potentially fatal overdoses, report finds – CBC
Researchers call for additional efforts to prevent deaths from toxic drugs Jun 19, 2026 Thousands of people have died due to the toxic drug crisis in the decade since B.C.…
CCOHS Forum 2026 Explores New and Emerging Risks Affecting Workplaces
Press Release From: Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety Explore today’s biggest health and safety challenges including artificial intelligence, innovation and the future of work, and mental health. June…
Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Collins Bay Institution
Press Release From: Correctional Service Canada June 17, 2026 On June 7, 2026, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Collins…
Women with traumatic brain injuries are less likely to be admitted to a trauma centre than men: study – CTV
June 17, 2026 A new study has found that women are far less likely to be admitted to a trauma centre for traumatic brain injuries compared to men. The study,…
