A new Canadian study found alcohol greatly reduces the likelihood of rescue during youth drowning incidents. Teens aged 15–19 accounted for the highest number of deaths, while alcohol quadrupled the risk of no rescue attempt. Researchers stress the importance of trained lifeguards and proper adult supervision around water.
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has temporarily restricted livestock imports, including horses, from Texas after a screwworm case was confirmed in a calf. The parasitic pest can cause severe harm to animals. Authorities say the measure is precautionary, and no cases have been reported in Canada.
A new review suggests childhood experiences have lasting effects on brain development, with screen use raising concerns among researchers. Experts say excessive screen exposure may reduce opportunities for social interaction, physical activity, and skill-building. Parents are encouraged to balance technology use with real-world experiences during critical developmental years.
Life after cancer treatment can bring emotional, physical, and financial struggles that often receive less attention than the treatment itself. Survivors report fatigue, fear of recurrence, mental health challenges, and difficulty returning to daily routines. Advocates are calling for stronger long-term support systems to help survivors transition from recovery to thriving.
A Toronto plastic surgeon has been ordered to pay more than $20 million after a court found he violated patient privacy by installing surveillance cameras throughout his clinic, including sensitive treatment areas. Thousands of patients were affected. The judge ruled the actions breached patient trust and caused emotional harm, resulting in significant damages.
A new Canadian study found family physicians faced significantly higher administrative workloads between 2011 and 2021. Increases in laboratory tests, referrals, prescriptions, and patient contacts are consuming more physician time. Researchers say reducing administrative demands could help doctors spend more time delivering direct patient care and improve workforce sustainability.
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