Baycrest Health Sciences has launched a virtual hospital program that treats dementia patients in their homes or long-term care facilities, reducing stress caused by hospital visits. The initiative has cut specialized inpatient admissions by 60% and saved an estimated $177 million while helping patients receive timely, familiar, and compassionate care.
A new study found that eating vitamin K1-rich leafy greens like spinach and kale may reduce the risk of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Researchers observed that people with the highest vitamin K1 intake had healthier lung function and a 16% lower risk of developing COPD, though quitting smoking remains the most effective prevention.
Researchers at McMaster University have developed experimental drug candidates targeting the enzyme IMPDH2, which cancer cells use to spread to the brain. The treatment aims to prevent brain metastases from lung, breast, and skin cancers. Still in pre-clinical stages, researchers hope the once-daily pill could become available within five to 10 years.
A Canadian study found swimmers who swallowed beach water contaminated with bacteria linked to seagull feces were more likely to develop stomach illnesses. While the overall risk remains low, researchers encourage beachgoers to check water quality advisories before swimming and avoid swallowing recreational water.
With Ottawa experiencing 30°C temperatures, health experts are reminding residents to recognize the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Staying hydrated, avoiding peak afternoon heat, wearing light clothing, and seeking immediate medical attention for heat stroke can help prevent serious, potentially life-threatening complications.
Doctors are urging Canadians to seek medical care after any contact with bats, as rabies is nearly always fatal once symptoms appear. A case involving an Ontario child highlights the importance of timely post-exposure vaccination, which is highly effective at preventing infection before symptoms develop.
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