61 h. ago What to know about the fatal fungus Candida auris since it was deemed an urgent threat

As of January 2025, it has been classified as a disease of public health significance under the Health Protection and Promotion Act in Ontario

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65 h. ago Utah becomes the first state to ban fluoride in public drinking water

SALT LAKE CITY — Utah has become the first state to ban fluoride in public drinking water, despite widespread opposition from dentists and national health organizations. Republican Gov. Spencer Cox signed legislation late Thursday that bars cities and communities from deciding whether to add the mineral to their water systems. Fluoride strengthens teeth and reduces […]

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69 h. ago RFK Jr.’s cuts to public health could spread infectious diseases into Canada, former CDC head warns

'It may take time to see all the damage that is being done, but the damage is really quite substantial,' Dr. Tom Frieden said

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69 h. ago RFK Jr.’s ‘chaotic’ cuts to public health could bring infectious diseases into Canada, former CDC chief warns

'It may take time to see all the damage that is being done, but the damage is really quite substantial,' Dr. Tom Frieden said

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3 d. ago SHA issues measles exposure warning in Saskatoon and North Battleford

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is warning the public about potential measles exposure in Saskatoon and North Battleford after the third confirmed case of measles.

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3 d. ago Former deputy chief alleges head of Lethbridge police broke COVID rules in 2021

A former Lethbridge deputy chief alleges that police chief Shahin Mehdizadeh engaged in discreditable conduct and broke public health restrictions during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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3 d. ago GraceLife Church development permit revoked after board finds it underestimated parking needs

An Edmonton-area church that became a COVID-era flashpoint for its refusal to follow public health restrictions has had an expansion development permit revoked after an appeal board said the plans underestimated their parking needs. The expansion was GraceLife Church’s response to “exponential growth” it’s seen following a high-profile fight with health authorities during the pandemic. The […]

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3 d. ago Ontario measles case count rises by a 100 in just a week, total reaches 572

Public Health Ontario is now reporting 572 confirmed and suspected cases since the outbreak began in October. That’s an increase of 102 cases since March 20.

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3 d. ago Ontario measles case count hits 572, up by more than 100 in week

Measles cases keep climbing in Ontario, as the province counts more than 100 new cases in the past week. Public Health Ontario is now reporting 572 confirmed and suspected cases since the outbreak began in October. More coming.

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5 d. ago University of Alberta graduate students advocate for Edmonton’s first ICU for houseless population

A group of University of Alberta graduate students is advocating for the creation of Edmonton’s first intensive care unit (ICU) tailored specifically for unhoused individuals. The proposed facility aims to provide specialized, wraparound medical care while alleviating pressure on overwhelmed emergency departments. A growing crisis The Student Advocates for Public Health (SAPH) highlighted the dire […]

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5 d. ago Court hears Ontario consumption sites free to relocate contrary to past statements

Lawyers for the province say Ontario’s new law on supervised consumption sites does not ban them entirely and those deemed too close to schools and daycares are free to relocate farther away. That’s contrary to numerous public comments from Health Minister Sylvia Jones, who has said no supervised consumption sites will open after the closures […]

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6 d. ago Opinion: The No. 1 infectious disease killer: 'I am lucky to have been treated in Canada'

Excerpt: With cases of TB climbing, we are witnessing a tragic failure of global health, the impact of which isn't limited to "other" people in "other" countries.

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9 d. ago Calls grow for Ontario to do more to tackle growing measles outbreak

On Thursday, Public Health Ontario reported a total of 470 measles cases, up from 120 cases the week before. Thirty-four people were in hospital and two in intensive care.

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1 week ago Ottawa Public Health preparing for measles cases as surge continues in Ontario

Since an outbreak began last October, there have been 470 cases reported in Ontario by 11 different public health units.

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1 week ago Public health nurses cite measles risk as pickets protest stalled labour talks

Southwestern Public Health nurses took to the streets in frustration over collective bargaining Wednesday afternoon.

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1 week ago Salmonella outbreak linked to mini pastries that sickened 79 people is over: PHAC

TORONTO — The Public Health Agency of Canada says a salmonella outbreak linked to recalled mini pastries that infected 79 people appears to be over. The federal health agency says its investigation identified Sweet Cream brand mini pastries and D. Effe T. brand lemon delight and tartlet with forest fruits as the likely sources of […]

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1 week ago Misinformation isn’t just an online problem — it’s a public health crisis

Earlier this month, more than 350 Albertans gathered at the Red and White Club in Calgary for a town hall on health misinformation, hosted by the O’Brien Institute for Public Health at the University of Calgary and its partners. We expected a lively discussion, but were met with more than 250 audience questions — many […]

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1 week ago Letters to The Sun: Canada can help the world at a time when disease

Letters to The Vancouver Sun.

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1 week ago Opinion: Let's invest tobacco settlement cash to save more Albertans' lives

Since its initial launch in 2002, the Alberta government’s highly successful commercial tobacco-reduction strategy has become the province’s most effective public health and addiction program. Smoking rates among adults and youth are now the lowest on record and have exceeded all targets. Tobacco industry advertising, sponsorship and displays are virtually a thing of the past. […]

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1 week ago Media Advisory: CUPE Alberta Convention This Week in Calgary

CALGARY, Alberta — CUPE Alberta will hold its annual convention this Wednesday to Friday in Calgary at the Sheraton Eau Claire Hotel. CUPE Alberta represents 40,000 members including workers in the municipal, school district, health care and other public sector workers. The convention is being held amid a strike of 6,600 education workers across the […]

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