43 h. ago Letters: Need for Joyce’s Principle reflects poorly on our humanity

Quebec's stance on systemic racism leaves "a serious stain on the integrity of our health-care system."

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3 d. ago The Royal will resume urgent mental health care, 25 years after ER closed

The hospital’s emergency department was closed in 2000 as part of a Ontario-wide hospital streamlining exercise under then-Premier Mike Harris.

Science

3 d. ago Haunting photos show the demolition of a landmark Toronto hospital

A beautiful structure that has served Toronto's health care needs for almost three-quarters of a century is being reduced to rubble, and haunting photos of the demolition at Michael Garron Hospital (MGH) document the final days of this impressive but ultimately doomed landmark.Following the completion of MGH's new Ken and Marilyn Thomson Patient Care Centre in early 2023, the facility is embarking on the next phase of a long-term plan to modernize and expand the complex.However, this next phase of the hospital's transformation will come at a significant cost to the area's architectural character.The old brick wings of MGH (formerly Toronto East General), including a grand structure along Coxwell Avenue, were officially closed back in March and are now in the process of being torn down as part of the hospital's long-term revitalization plan.Constructed in 1951, well after the Art Deco and Streamline Moderne periods, the building exhibits some impressive featu...

Science

4 d. ago Unheard. Unserved. A Nova Scotia woman’s fall through the gaps in fertility care

Judit Julia moved to Canada from Spain and says, after experiencing Nova Scotia's health-care system first-hand, it’s one of the worst systems she has seen.

Transport

5 d. ago Canada’s population growth has stalled. Here’s what it means for the economy

Financial Post looks at the business and housing impact, as well as pension funding, health-care costs and other effects

Other

5 d. ago The MUHC Foundation’s Inaugural Breakthrough Run Wins Big at the Montreal Marathon

MONTREAL, Sept. 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The MUHC Foundation proudly hosted its inaugural Breakthrough Run at the Montreal Marathon, bringing together 22 teams and almost 200 dedicated runners, including health care professionals, grateful patients, families, corporate partners and MUHC Foundation staff. The event raised $162,287 to support various areas of the McGill University Health […]

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5 d. ago U.S. government on brink of first shutdown in almost 7 years amid partisan standoff in Congress

WASHINGTON — A partisan standoff over health care and spending is threatening to trigger the first U.S. government shutdown in almost seven years, with Democrats and Republicans in Congress unable to find agreement even as thousands of federal workers stand to be furloughed or laid off. The government will shut down at 12:01 a.m. Wednesday […]

Politics

5 d. ago U.S. headed for government shutdown, Vance says after Democrats meet with Trump

The two sides left no closer to resolving Democrats’ demands to extend health-care subsidies and reverse Trump's Medicaid funding cuts

Politics

5 d. ago U.S. government shutdown nears after Democrats, Republicans meet with Trump

Lawmakers were locked in an impasse with 24 hours remaining before funding expires, as Democrats demanded legislation to extend health care benefits that Republicans oppose.

Politics

7 d. ago Trump and congressional leaders to meet as government shutdown deadline looms

Democrats want bill to fund government to include extension of health-care subsidies and a restoration of budget cuts to health care

Politics

8 d. ago Opinion: What could health care look like if we dare to listen more closely?

Health systems around the world are awakening to a critical truth: when we truly listen to those who use the system, we open the door to more compassionate, responsive and equitable care. That makes the voices of patients and families critical — their experiences illuminate aspects of health care that metrics alone cannot capture. Stories […]

Science

8 d. ago Braid: An Alberta doctor's death saddens thousands just as new health crisis looms

Markland didn’t just save lives and annoy the government with his tweets about the state of health care, he also touched the soul with his deeply personal meditations on life

Science

9 d. ago Canadian hair care company taps into the power of the maqui berry

Using plant-based ingredients, homegrown hair care brand targets hair and scalp health

Economics

9 d. ago Thune says a shutdown can still be avoided if Democrats ‘dial back’ their demands

WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Majority Leader John Thune is rejecting Democratic demands on health care as unserious but says a government shutdown is still “avoidable” despite sharp divisions ahead of Wednesday’s funding deadline. “I’m a big believer that there’s always a way out,” the South Dakota Republican said in an interview with The Associated Press […]

Other

9 d. ago Fangzhou’s ‘XingShi’ LLM Featured by Nature News and Xinhua, Showcasing AI Innovation in Chronic Disease Care

SHANGHAI, Sept. 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Fangzhou Inc. (“Fangzhou” or the “Company”) (06086.HK), a leader in AI-driven Internet healthcare solutions, announced that its “XingShi” Large Language Model (“XS LLM”) was featured by Nature News under the headline “A Chinese AI tool can manage chronic disease — could it revolutionize health care?” The article, written by […]

Sport

1 week ago Thursday's letters: Focus on health care, education, economy

Danielle Smith has been on three trips, that I know of, to promote Alberta interests. I don’t see any difference. She wants to ban books, keep her focus on transgender kids, even threatening the use of the notwithstanding clause, an APP to replace the CPP, a provincial police force, and sovereignty for Alberta. Where do […]

Science

1 week ago Interim report on AHS procurement investigation still incomplete, unpublished amid another missed deadline

The report into allegations of impropriety in procurement and contracting within Alberta's health care system was to be published Sept. 24

Economics

1 week ago Interim report on AHS procurement investigation still incomplete, unpublished after another missed deadline

The report into allegations of impropriety in procurement and contracting within Alberta's health care system was to be published Sept. 24

Economics

1 week ago Health PEI becomes first province to integrate home care with hospital systems using AlayaCare

TORONTO, Sept. 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Health PEI, Prince Edward Island’s single health authority, has successfully transformed its home care delivery system through a comprehensive digital modernization initiative powered by AlayaCare’s integrated platform. The implementation has delivered remarkable results, including an 18% increase in scheduling productivity, 216% growth in assessments, and a 50% reduction […]

Science

1 week ago Unheard. Unserved. A woman’s battle for a PCOS diagnosis, and how no one was listening

Brooke Sears fought to get her diagnosis after doctors said she needed to lose weight. Her story is part of a Global News series on health care and how it's failing many women.

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