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Canadian pediatricians call for cholesterol checks for kids as young as 2 to catch heart risks early

Canadian pediatricians call for cholesterol checks for kids as young as 2 to catch heart risks early

Canadian pediatricians call for cholesterol checks for kids as young as 2 to catch heart risks early

Today Statement February 27, 2026

The Canadian Paediatric Society is recommending cholesterol screening for all children between two and 10 years old....

Antipsychotic use in long-term care homes still ‘stubbonly high’ despite a national target, doctor says

Antipsychotic use in long-term care homes still ‘stubbonly high’ despite a national target, doctor says

Antipsychotic use in long-term care homes still ‘stubbonly high’ despite a national target, doctor says

Today Statement February 27, 2026

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College of Family Physicians of Canada calls on Ottawa to increase support for family doctors

College of Family Physicians of Canada calls on Ottawa to increase support for family doctors

College of Family Physicians of Canada calls on Ottawa to increase support for family doctors

Today Statement February 27, 2026

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Frozen blueberries sold in Canada and U.S. recalled over listeria contamination risk, FDA says

Frozen blueberries sold in Canada and U.S. recalled over listeria contamination risk, FDA says

Frozen blueberries sold in Canada and U.S. recalled over listeria contamination risk, FDA says

Today Statement February 27, 2026

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Why you shouldn’t count on SPF for all of your sun protection

Why you shouldn’t count on SPF for all of your sun protection

Why you shouldn’t count on SPF for all of your sun protection

Today Statement February 27, 2026

The SPF number printed on a bottle of sunscreen — meant to convey how much protection you’re...

Health reform adopted, but Quebec medical specialists remain at odds with government

Health reform adopted, but Quebec medical specialists remain at odds with government

Health reform adopted, but Quebec medical specialists remain at odds with government

Today Statement February 27, 2026

February 27 News Duration 2:31 The federation representing medical specialists in the province is accusing the Coalition...

A federal program to provide health care for refugees is — once again — sparking a fiery debate

A federal program to provide health care for refugees is — once again — sparking a fiery debate

A federal program to provide health care for refugees is — once again — sparking a fiery debate

Today Statement February 26, 2026

The Conservatives believe the cost of the Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP), which provides health-care benefits to...

Instagram will alert parents about their teens’ suicide-related searches

Instagram will alert parents about their teens’ suicide-related searches

Instagram will alert parents about their teens’ suicide-related searches

Today Statement February 26, 2026

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First Nations cancelling medical travel to Vancouver due to FIFA World Cup hotel costs

First Nations cancelling medical travel to Vancouver due to FIFA World Cup hotel costs

First Nations cancelling medical travel to Vancouver due to FIFA World Cup hotel costs

Today Statement February 26, 2026

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His heart stopped in a St. John’s emergency room after waiting more than 8 hours, now he’s calling for change

His heart stopped in a St. John’s emergency room after waiting more than 8 hours, now he’s calling for change

His heart stopped in a St. John’s emergency room after waiting more than 8 hours, now he’s calling for change

Today Statement February 26, 2026

After a more than eight-hour wait at one emergency department in St. John’s, and a wild ride...