16 h. ago Canadian researchers reach ’major milestone’ in search for ALS treatment

Standing in an MRI control room packed with fellow ALS researchers, Dr. Lorne Zinman excitedly points to the brain scan on his phone. There’s a white spot on the image, right where Bill Traynor’s motor cortex is. The 70-year-old patient is lying on the MRI bed with his head inside a dome that sends focused […]

Politics

32 h. ago Bell: Alberta separatists say they're ready to rock — here they are

'We've been economically subjugated by these idiots for decades,' says Jeff Rath, of the federal government and its treatment of Alberta

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32 h. ago Bell: Alberta separatists have the numbers for a vote on Alberta independence

'We've been economically subjugated by these idiots for decades,' says Jeff Rath, of the federal government and its treatment of Alberta

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4 d. ago Waiting for health care cost Canadians $5.2 billion last year: study

Canada’s medical wait times — among the longest in the developed world — cost Canadians waiting for treatment almost $5.2 billion in lost wages last year, according to a new study by the Fraser Institute. The report by the fiscally conservative think tank — “The Private Cost of Public Queues for Medically Necessary Care” — […]

Economics

4 d. ago Teva and Alvotech Announce FDA Approval of Interchangeability for SELARSDI™ (ustekinumab

The U.S. FDA has approved SELARSDI™ (ustekinumab-aekn) as interchangeable with the reference biologic Stelara® (ustekinumab) in all presentations matching the reference product, effective as of April 30, 2025 SELARSDI is approved for all indications matching the reference product SELARSDI is indicated for the treatment of moderate to severe plaque psoriasis and active psoriatic arthritis in […]

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5 d. ago Five Virginia prison guards injured by inmates accused of being MS

BIG STONE GAP, Va. — An attack by inmates at a Virginia prison injured five guards, according to state corrections officials who said most of the assailants were MS-13 gang members who entered the U.S. illegally. Three guards were stabbed and were transported for medical treatment along with two others hurt Friday at Wallens Ridge […]

Events

6 d. ago Opinion: New compassionate intervention act offers better protections for individuals

In 2015, I testified in the trial of J.H. v. Alberta Health Services, regarding a man who had been involuntarily hospitalized for nine months under provisions of Alberta’s Mental Health Act (MHA), but who was, as his psychiatrist also testified, “not getting any specific treatment” for his alleged mental disorder. Justice Kristine Eidsvik determined that […]

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1 week ago Experimental cancer drugs found to help some patients avoid surgery

The results from an ambitious cancer study are giving hope that immunotherapy drugs alone can treat some gastrointestinal tumours, eliminating the need for severe, life-altering surgeries and other harsh therapies. For as long as cancer treatment has existed, “cutting it out has been the best way to cure it,” said Luis Diaz, a gastrointestinal medical […]

Science

2 w. ago Here's how 'compassionate intervention' promised by the federal Conservatives lines up with Alberta's involuntary treatment act

"The difference in the Conservative potential amendments is that it'll be for individuals that are already caught up in the criminal justice system"

Economics

3 w. ago What does Alberta's controversial involuntary treatment legislation mean?

Alberta’s controversial involuntary addiction treatment legislation may help some, but experts say the lack of evidence on its effectiveness raises alarm bells. Mental Health and Addiction Minister Dan Williams tabled Bill 53, the Compassionate Intervention Act, on Tuesday. If passed, adults and youths with severe addiction and found to either cause imminent harm to themselves […]

Economics

3 w. ago Thursday's letters: Hypocrisy on vaccine mandates, drug treatment

Re. “UCP tables involuntary treatment bill,” April 16 I think it’s hypocritical that the UCP are OK with imposing mandatory addiction treatment for Albertans, but not with vaccine mandates for Albertans during a global pandemic. Craig O’Connor, Edmonton Ticket parking-ban scofflaws for revenue Edmontonians are tired of being told our only options are service cuts […]

Economics

3 w. ago European regulators OK Alzheimer’s treatment Leqembi after initial doubts

European regulators have finally approved the Alzheimer’s treatment Leqembi after an advisory committee initially rejected the drug last summer and then reconsidered it. The infused treatment from Japanese drugmaker Eisai and Biogen received approval for patients in early stages of the fatal, mind-robbing disease. The decision applies to all 27 members of the European Union […]

Economics

3 w. ago LILLEY: Alberta drug treatment legislation based on culture of ‘life

Alberta is taking another bold step in the fight against opioids and addictions, one that could save lives, but also one that will see court challenges. On Tuesday afternoon, the Danielle Smith government introduced legislation, the Compassionate Intervention Act, to allow for mandatory drug treatment for people who “are likely to cause harm to themselves […]

Economics

3 w. ago Alberta seeks to implement involuntary treatment, patients will be unable to refuse certain treatments

Alberta tabled legislation that would allow the province to place individuals into involuntary addiction treatment.

Economics

3 w. ago LILLEY UNLEASHED: Alberta taking bold steps on addiction recovery

WATCH: Alberta is taking decisive action on addiction, including the potential for involuntary treatment to avoid harm. Sun political columnist Brian Lilley talks with Alberta’s Minister of Mental Health and Addiction Dan Williams. What do YOU think? Tell us your thoughts in the comment section below or send us a Letter to the Editor for […]

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3 w. ago Alberta government introduces promised mandatory addiction treatment legislation

Critics have said they fear involuntary treatment could cause harm and violate human rights.

Politics

3 w. ago Alberta tables new law for mandatory treatment for drug addicts

After two years, Alberta will become the first province in Canada to allow forced drug-addiction treatment

Economics