Experts say Canada adopted Portugal’s language of decriminalization, but not the system features that made it a success
Category: Health
Posted inScience
Scientists reveal what drives homosexual behaviour in primates
Same-sex sexual behaviour was found in 59 species, including lemurs, great apes and monkeys across the Americas, Africa and Asia
Posted inFamily
Is a new drug the best way to treat postpartum depression?
A new drug promises fast-acting relief for postpartum depression. Experts are enthused, but also say antidepressants alone are not the answer
Posted inHealth
Data show uptick in seniors struggling with mood disorders
Experts say social isolation and a ‘sandwiched’ senior generation help explain the rise in seniors reporting mood disorders
Posted inHealth
Some food preservatives linked to higher cancer, diabetes risk
Two large French studies link food preservatives to higher rates of cancer and diabetes, though researchers urge caution
Posted inDrugs
What is the Carney government’s approach to drug policy?
The Carney government maintains the status quo on drug policy. Experts say complacency will kill more Canadians
Posted inHealth
U.K. takes ‘world-leading action’ to tackle childhood obesity
New ban on daytime TV and online ads for junk food is expected to cause the number of children living with obesity to drop by 20,000
Posted inPolitics & Policy
Pouch politics grip Canada
Liberal critics take aim at nicotine product restrictions they view as paternalistic
Posted inCommentary
Op-Ed: The quiet eldercare crisis
As populations age, millions of workers are quietly juggling careers and caregiving — with little support
Posted inHealth
How ketamine is being used to treat trauma
Ukraine is using ketamine therapy to help Ukrainian veterans heal from PTSD, while Canada struggles to translate its expertise into care