Veterinarians in British Columbia's Sea to Sky region are reporting an increase in encounters between bats and pets, following a case where a bat tested positive for rabies. Rabies remains uncommon in B.C., but experts are reminding pet owners about the importance of routine rabies vaccinations and avoiding direct contact with bats. Have you noticed more bats around your community this year? Read more about the recent warning and what pet owners should know.
Lyme disease isn't the only tick-borne illness Canadians should be aware of. Anaplasmosis is becoming more common in Quebec and can cause flu-like symptoms that may become more serious if diagnosis and treatment are delayed. Experts are encouraging people to make tick checks part of their routine after spending time outdoors. Have you ever found a tick on yourself or your pet?
Did you know the way you write a message through your patient portal may affect how likely you are to get a response from your doctor? A recent study found that greetings, message length, punctuation, and tone were linked to differences in response rates. But should patients really have to change how they communicate to be heard? The study raises important questions about accessibility and bias in digital healthcare.
Grifols has stopped plasma collection in Canada following investigations into two deaths involving donors at Winnipeg clinics. Health Canada identified compliance concerns at the Taylor Avenue location and issued a non-compliance notice. Officials say the pause will not affect Canada’s blood supply, while Grifols disputes links between donations and deaths.
A Halifax cyclist’s account of a serious crash highlights concerns about youth e-scooter safety. Canadian pediatric experts report that e-scooter and e-bike incidents caused 10 deaths, 26 hospitalizations and 12 ICU admissions in 2025. They urge riders to follow age rules, wear helmets, limit speed and never carry extra passengers.
McGill dermatologist Ivan Litvinov says research has been misrepresented online to falsely suggest sunscreen causes skin cancer. He acknowledges questions about certain ingredients but warns against relying solely on sunscreen. Effective protection combines sunscreen with shade, hats, sunglasses and protective clothing. He also urges caution around unproven online cancer treatments.
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