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New travel-related measles case identified in Metro Vancouver
Another case of measles has been identified in B.C., this time within the Fraser Health region. The case comes as Canada's chief public health officers warns of the danger posed by a rise of infections at home and abroad, coupled with a declining vaccination rate.
Ontario court approves major $32.5B tobacco settlement
A historic deal that calls for three major tobacco companies to pay out billions in compensation to provinces and territories as well as former smokers across Canada has cleared its final legal hurdle in Ontario, bringing a decades-long court saga to a close.
'A train wreck ... I can't stop watching': Canadians grapple with anxiety around Trump's tariff chaos
Political anxiety isn't new, but it's arguably been more intense lately given Trump's "shock and awe" strategy since taking office, most recently around the tariffs he's threatening to impose. CBC News asked Canadians to share how Trump's policies are affecting their mental health and they said they're feeling helpless, scared and anxious.
RCMP now formally investigating allegations against Alberta Health Services
Alberta RCMP are now formally investigating allegations of political pressure and potential conflicts of interest surrounding procurement practices at Alberta Health Services.
Possible measles exposure at Pearson airport and Mississauga hospital, health officials warn
Health officials in Peel Region are warning that the public may have been exposed to a measles case at Pearson Airport, a hospital and a walk-in clinic in Mississauga last week.
B.C. signs $670M pharmacare agreement with federal government
The plan will support nearly 550,000 B.C. residents with diabetes and provide 1.3 million people with a range of contraceptives.
North Bay confirms its 1st measles case in 30 years as Ontario numbers rise, health units urge vaccination
North Bay has confirmed its first case of measles since 1995 amid rising numbers in Ontario.
Patients speak out after thousands exposed to infection risk at Toronto gynecologist
Public health officials are warning some 2,500 people they may have been exposed to blood-borne infections at a Toronto gynecology office where medical tools were not properly cleaned.
Grassy Narrows First Nation sees start of mercury treatment facility — decades after river was poisoned
Members of Grassy Narrows First Nation say the new Mercury Care Home will make a huge difference for residents, about 90 per cent of whom are estimated to have mercury poisoning symptoms. A groundbreaking ceremony was held Wednesday for the much-anticipated project in northwestern Ontario.
Getting diagnosed with cancer in your 20s and 30s can be isolating. But there are programs that can help
From family planning to financial burdens, young adults with cancer face a unique struggle — and need support systems tailored to their needs, say doctors.