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.
WK Kellogg plans to eliminate artificial colours from all its cereals by the end of 2026, a year earlier than originally planned. The company will use fruit- and vegetable-based alternatives and remove BHT from remaining products. The move follows growing consumer demand and pressure from retailers and health advocates for simpler ingredients.
Canada’s blood supply has improved after a nearly 20% summer decline, but several blood types remain critically low. Canadian Blood Services is urging donors to keep appointments, especially before late-August and September holiday declines. With only weeks of shelf life, continued donations are essential to prevent shortages that could affect surgeries and treatments.
Measles cases across the Americas have reached their highest level in more than two decades, with Canada reporting 1,107 confirmed cases and the U.S. 2,260 as of July 18. WHO is urging stronger vaccination, surveillance, and rapid response measures, warning that immunity gaps among children and underserved communities are driving outbreaks.
Researchers found that variations in “clock genes,” which regulate the body’s 24-hour rhythm, may affect children’s eating habits and obesity risk. The study suggests that healthy sleep, eating, and activity patterns established early in life could help lower future disease risk, though more research is needed to confirm the findings.
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