Study Shows Older Adults Can Regain Health and Well-Being
A new Canadian study reveals that older adults can regain optimal well-being through social support, healthy habits, and positive mindsets. Despite aging or chronic illness, many improved within three years. Experts emphasize a holistic approach—balancing physical health with strong relationships, stress reduction, and emotional resilience—to achieve healthy aging.
Surgery and Diagnostic Wait Times Continue to Rise in Canada
Nearly 3.7 to 5.8 million Canadians await surgeries, scans, or specialist visits. Despite more procedures being performed, demand outpaces capacity. Patients face years-long waits and worsening conditions, sparking calls for reforms like activity-based hospital funding to improve efficiency and patient outcomes.
AI Tools May Help Canada Navigate Flu Season
Experts say AI platforms and wearables can track influenza cases and provide insights into outbreaks. Tools like FluWatch and Beacon aggregate data from social media, hospitals, and governments. While helpful, AI is not diagnostic—patients still need professional medical guidance.
Canada Bans Pistachio Imports Amid Salmonella Outbreak
The CFIA has temporarily banned pistachio imports from Iran following a salmonella outbreak affecting over 100 Canadians. Importers must prove products don’t originate from Iran, or shipments face testing or refusal. The ban remains until investigations ensure food safety.
Delayed Endometriosis Diagnoses Prompt Training Initiative
One in 10 Canadian women live with endometriosis, often undiagnosed for years. Health Canada granted nearly $500,000 to improve physician education and ultrasound detection. Advocates like Katie Luciani stress earlier recognition is life-changing, while patients share stories of pain and infertility. Public awareness and better medical training aim to close gaps.
Mother Sues Game Developers Over Addiction Claims
A U.S. mother is suing Microsoft, Roblox, Fortnite, and Minecraft creators, alleging addictive game design harms children. Her 9-year-old experiences withdrawal, aggression, and poor hygiene from excessive play. The lawsuit seeks over $75,000 in damages, sparking debate over responsibility for child safety in billion-dollar gaming industries.