The 2025 EAT-Lancet Commission reports that adopting a “planetary health diet” — rich in plants and limited in red meat — could feed nearly 10 billion people sustainably by 2050. This global shift could cut food-related emissions by over half, prevent 15 million premature deaths, and save trillions in health costs.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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