Canada Struggles to Maintain Social Programs, From Heath Care to Housing: From Toronto to Vancouver, some residents are losing faith in a government social ...
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Quick Glance: Canada's Struggle with Social Programs: Health to Housing
- Canada's social safety net is showing signs of unraveling, from healthcare to housing.
- Despite a robust international image, Canada grapples with inadequate social protection, especially in affordable housing.
- The healthcare system in Montreal is overwhelmed, with long wait times and a shortage of family doctors.
- Vancouver is at the forefront of a growing drug crisis, compounded by housing and healthcare pressures.
Canada Revenue Agency says 232 employees fired to date for collecting CERB during pandemic
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Frank Stronach's wife: Frieda Stronach dies at the age of 81: She was married to serial entrepreneur and billionaire Frank Stronach for 60 years ...
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More Enoki mushrooms recalled due to listeria contamination: The Canadian Food Inspection Agency issued a recall Tuesday for mushrooms that could be contaminated ...
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MPs vote to examine security breach at Winnipeg infectious disease lab: Liberals MPs on the committee tried to curtail the parliamentary examination
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Youth who had cannabis-induced psychosis support standard dose recommendation: Two young people who were diagnosed with cannabis-induced psychosis are supporting ...
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Measles cases in Canada are increasing, Canada's chief public health officer warns
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What a cancer nurse and psychologist say about sharing a diagnosis with others: While we are all different, experts say some people might find it helpful not to ...
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Kickboxing China PhD student at prestigious Canadian university suffers brain damage in brutal combat contest
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Elon Musk’s Neuralink now accepting Canadian patients - National | Globalnews.ca: Neuralink's first human recipient, Noland Arbaugh, who is quadriplegic ...
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Quick Glance: Neuralink patient controls 'Mario Kart' with mind
- A video from Neuralink demonstrates the first human patient using his brain-chip implant to play 'Mario Kart.'
- In a gathering with Neuralink employees, the first patient, Noland Arbaugh, was introduced to explain the capabilities of the brain chip.
- Arbaugh, a quadriplegic due to a swimming accident, highlighted how the device enables him to engage in activities like gaming.
- Since the revelation of the first human patient, Arbaugh has showcased tasks achievable with his new brain implant, from gaming late into the night to sharing content on X.
| Montreal Gazette: "On behalf of Canadians, I'm sending my support as she undergoes treatment. We're all wishing her a swift recovery ...
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In Israeli-annexed east Jerusalem where she received radiation therapy for breast cancer, Palestinian Rim Abu Obeida waits anxiously ... Show more
Defence spending plus other letters, March 27: ‘Government has been dithering over our military for decades’
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Health Canada issues recall for some Disney character toys - National | Globalnews.ca
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Half a million seniors had trouble getting specialized health services: StatCan: A new Statistics Canada report says half a million seniors had trouble getting ...
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Time for Canada to protect Canadians from 'forever chemicals,' toxics experts say
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Kate Middleton Reveals She Has Cancer, Justin Trudeau, Boris Johnson Send Wishes
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Quick Glance: British Royal Family Left with Only 9 Working Members
- Kate Middleton and King Charles have announced cancer treatments and temporarily stepped back from royal duties.
- The royal family now consists mainly of older members who are taking on responsibilities.
- Prince William is supporting his wife and taking on duties while King Charles and others are absent.
- The royal family is in a vulnerable position, relying on few working members who are mostly in their 70s and 80s.
Probe of fired Winnipeg scientists ‘extremely appropriate’: health minister - National | Globalnews.ca
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Study reveals where health care gender pay gap is widest: From physicians to registered nurses, the gender pay gap among health care workers remains an industry ...
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Gaza cancer patients dread forced return amidst Israel's policy moves: In a small hotel in East Jerusalem, Palestinian Rim Abu Obeida, treated for cancer ...
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'Stay the hell away from our kids': Health minister seeks new restrictions on nicotine pouch flavours, marketing and sale
ctvnews.ca/politics/stay-the-hell-away-from-our-kids-health-minister-seeks-new-restrictions-on-nicotine-pouch-flavours-marketing-and-sale-1.6815998
Women with obesity do not need to gain weight during pregnancy, new study suggests
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Forex: J$154.70 to one US dollar: KINGSTON, Jamaica — The US dollar on Thursday, March 28 ended trading at $154.70 down by eight cents ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/03/28/forex-j154-70-to-one-us-dollar/
Davenport mobile home park racks up decades of wastewater treatment deficiencies: DNR: A mobile home park in Davenport discharges excessive pollution because of ...
desmoinesregister.com/story/tech/science/environment/2024/03/27/dnr-mobile-home-parks-wastewater-deficiencies-could-cost-1m-to-fix/73101030007/
Ottawa signs $3.7-billion health deal with Quebec: Federal Health Minister Mark Holland says he’ll be getting together with provincial health ministers in the ...
montrealgazette.com/news/quebec/ottawa-signs-3-7-billion-health-deal-with-quebec
Banks Reducing Ultra-Long Mortgages, Canada Watchdog Says: The rapid run-up in mortgages during the pandemic represents a “pocket of risk” to the financial ...
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Gas flaring: FG to begin review of oil companies' plans - Healthwise: Lara Adejoro The Federal Ministry for Environment has revealed that it is set to commence ...
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Study suggests that estrogen may drive nicotine addiction in women: A newly discovered feedback loop involving estrogen may explain why women might become ...
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Ruling bloc moves toward talks, compromise in conflict with doctors: The ruling bloc is increasingly leaning toward dialogue and compromise to resolve the ...
koreatimes.co.kr/www/nation/2024/03/356_371471.html
AI analysis of social media language predicts depression severity for white Americans, but not Black Americans
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As Santiago Canyon College students, mother and son reach their goals together: Thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic, Jakob and Janette Solis Martinez ended up ...
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Health minister meeting with dentists, hygienists before federal care plan begins
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Ian O’Doherty: I am a supporter of euthanasia, but horror of Canada where people end their life if they’re lon
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Researchers determine underlying mechanisms of inherited disorder that causes bone marrow failure
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Researchers unlock secrets of birth defect origins, offering early detection and prevention strategies
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Landmark heat rules for California workers left in doubt: Cal/OSHA has voted to adopt new heat illness prevention standards for indoor workers ...
latimes.com/environment/story/2024-03-22/landmark-heat-rules-for-california-workers-left-in-doubt
Michael Matheson 'off sick' as former health secretary stays away from Holyrood: The SNP veteran has not been seen at the Scottish Parliament in six weeks after ...
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| Montreal Gazette: "We are disappointed," Quebec Health Minister Christian Dubé said Wednesday. "We were after $6 billion."
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Study finds low social status increases risk of health conditions from alcohol problems
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Furious Lorraine Kelly brands Kate Middleton conspiracy theories as 'disgusting': Lorraine Kelly has shared her thoughts on the conspiracy theories being shared ...
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Quick Glance: Meghan Markle and Prince Harry Kept in the Dark About Kate Middleton's Health: Lack of Trust
- Kate Middleton underwent surgery with Meghan Markle and Prince Harry being unaware of the details.
- Harry visited England briefly but did not see Middleton or Prince William.
- Middleton's surgery was deemed successful, and she hopes for privacy regarding her medical information.
- Speculation about Middleton's well-being and incidents at the London hospital where she was treated continue.
Honeywell will seek 'relief' on Bombardier engine pricing case at Canada's top court
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Police probe incident where man, Evans Kosgei, killed wife, Jackline Kimaiyo, after threats on X
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Need help with a big medical bill? How a former surgeon general is fighting a $5,000 tab.
usatoday.com/story/money/personalfinance/2024/03/08/inflated-medical-bill-fight-tips-jerome-adams/72874616007/
Canada Backtracks on Allowing Euthanasia for the Mentally Ill: Mentally ill Canadians who want to end their lives thought they’d be eligible for medical ...
usnews.com/news/best-countries/articles/2024-03-05/canada-backtracks-on-euthanasia-for-the-mentally-ill
Does AI help or hurt human radiologists' performance? It depends on the doctor: One of the most touted promises of medical artificial intelligence tools is their ...
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Federal procurement department punishes companies that worked on ArriveCan app: The pandemic-era ArriveCan app has faced heavy scrutiny, with the auditor-general ...
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Only 7 Countries Meet WHO's Air Quality Guidelines as Fossil Fuels Worsen Pollution
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Similar DNA changes found in cells of both smokers and e-cigarette users: E-cigarette users with a limited smoking history experience similar DNA changes to ...
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Time-restricted eating linked to 91 per cent higher risk of cardiovascular death: All the science was pointing in one direction: restricting eating to specific ...
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Quick Glance: Intermittent Fasting and Heart Health: What You Need to Know.
- Reports link intermittent fasting to a 91% increase in heart disease risk, prompting experts to warn about potential dangers.
- A long-term study involving over 20,000 US adults revealed that individuals restricting their eating to an eight-hour window had a 91% higher likelihood of dying from cardiovascular disease compared to those with a longer eating period of 12 to 16 hours.
- Taking various factors into account, researchers found no direct causation between this eating pattern and cardiovascular disease-related deaths, only a correlation.
- Intermittent Fasting: Exploring Heart Risks and Insights from a Recent Study.
Equal education, unequal pay: Why is there still a gender pay gap in 2024?: Explore the key findings and implications of the recent U.S. Census Bureau report on ...
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Chinese tourism to Canada still lags behind pre-pandemic levels, data shows - National | Globalnews.ca
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More than half of Iowa’s tested streams and lakes are impaired, DNR finds in report
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Statistical model to predict likelihood of premature menopause in childhood cancer survivors
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UMBC women’s lacrosse partnering with mental health foundation started by goalie Isabella Fontana’s family after devastating loss
baltimoresun.com/2024/03/05/umbc-womens-lacrosse-isabella-fontana/
| Montreal Gazette: Paul St-Pierre Plamondon argues Quebec must "re-establish a minimum balance of power with Ottawa" on issues he described as "vital."
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More small towns in Canada will be able to choose which immigrants can settle, minister says
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Toxic metal particles can be present in cannabis vapes even before the first use: Vapes have often been heralded as a "safer" way to consume either ...
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Why Canada spends so much on health care and still has a crisis: Among wealthy countries, Canada ranks among the top in health care spending per person; however ...
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Secondary 3 students invited to NDP NE shows after missing out due to Covid-19 restrictions
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Michael Spavor’s multimillion-dollar settlement plus other letters, March 8: ‘Hopefully … the curtain will be pulled back ...
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B.C. warns residents to prepare for 'prolonged wildfire season': "This is not about making people scared. This is about encouraging people to be prepared ...
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Dead Workers, Severed Limbs Missing from Railroad Safety Data: Thanks to government loopholes, rail companies haven’t been scrutinized by the Federal Railroad ...
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The Golden State Warriors use a team effort to pick up the win on the road 💪
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Klay: 21 PTS | 4 3PM
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Could Bitcoin soar all the way to $100,000? A key crypto booster says yes: The rise of Bitcoin ETFs and a closely watched "halving" event coming soon have ...
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Jacqueline Fehr reads out a “declaration” from the Zurich government council in parliament. She wasn't even authorized to do this by her six colleagues - The ...
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Health minister 'deeply concerned' about measles outbreaks across Canada amid struggling vaccination efforts
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Health Canada should review acne treatment cancer claims: experts - National | Globalnews.ca
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Can you get measles if vaccinated? What to know as cases rise - National | Globalnews.ca
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'How could they allow this?' Many Canadians frustrated with CERB experience: It’s been nearly four years since the federal government rolled out the Canada ...
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Quebec facing 10 confirmed cases of measles, top doctor says he’s ‘worried’ | Globalnews.ca
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Liberal, NDP kill proposed examination of national security breaches at Winnipeg infectious disease facility
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The Body Shop, Founded by Ethical Business Pioneer Anita Roddick, Closes Its Doors in the U.S.
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Assisted dying in Canada is accepted – but the UK should tread carefully: A debate and a vote is not only long overdue but inevitable
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Cancer-causing PCB chemicals still being produced despite 40-year-old ban: Exclusive: Research reveals byproduct PCBs may pose ‘growing, unmonitored ...
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'Last mile' solutions shown to increase vaccination coverage in poor countries: The use of mobile clinics to deliver COVID-19 vaccines can significantly increase ...
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Flu Vaccines to Change After COVID Kills Off One Strain of Virus: An FDA advisory committee has recommended that the United States switch from a quadrivalent to ...
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Vaccination is key to halting Quebec's measles outbreak, public health director says
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No evidence of widespread diversion of B.C. safe-supply drugs: Officials and RCMP | Globalnews.ca
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Six arrested, fentanyl and crack cocaine seized in Port Hardy: The investigation following a spike in overdose death in the community
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