Researchers say early immunization has dramatically transformed outcomes as officials warn against declining uptake
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Posted inFamily
Father’s weight before conception can affect baby’s birth weight, research shows
New research shows fathers’ pre-conception weight can affect their baby’s weight – with implications for the baby’s health
Posted inDrugs
Psilocybin bill takes centre stage at Toronto psychedelic screening
Momentum for legalizing psychedelic therapy grows as politicians, physicians and media convene to urge reform
Posted inPolitics & Policy
No MAID for mental illness: Parliamentary committee says
Some committee members say the committee’s work was biased and want the Supreme Court to give its opinion; others want more MAID oversight
Posted inProfessional
Workplaces need to take menopause seriously, federal committee told
There are simple, low-cost ways that employers can better support workers experiencing perimenopause or menopause, experts say
Posted inHealth
It’s been 10 years of MAID. Is a national review needed?
The rapid growth of assisted dying in Canada is raising questions about ethics, accountability and who should qualify
Posted inHealth
Musical therapy: Classical concerts in New York for dementia patients
Data show the value of art, music and dance therapy for people with cognitive impairments
Posted inCommentary
Op-Ed: MAID, from the perspective of someone living with long COVID
When you have an illness like long COVID that stretches on for years without treatment, it changes your views on MAID
Posted inHealth
‘Guerrilla’ tactics for navigating Canadian health care
Two health-care insiders created a handbook of strategies for patients facing long wait times and a family doctor deficit
Posted inTech
First AI-designed ‘universal vaccine’ tested in humans: U.K. researchers
Researchers hope machine-designed vaccine could one day protect against both known coronavirus threats and future spillovers