The incidence of tick-borne illnesses in Canada is rising, with diseases that were once confined to the United States now spreading northward, and rare infections […]
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Moderate Alcohol Consumption Linked to Decreased Lifespan, Study Finds
Dr. Tim Stockwell from the Canadian Institute for Substance Use Research has cautioned that consuming as little as one alcoholic drink per day can reduce […]
Water Issue Disrupts Operations Amid Ongoing Halifax Water Boil Advisory
Numerous daycares and businesses in the Halifax area were closed Tuesday, and some grocery store shelves were emptied of bottled water due to a boil-water […]
Health Canada Advises Caution for Second-Hand Purchases
Whether you’re browsing at a yard sale or scrolling through online listings, Health Canada is urging caution when purchasing second-hand items. Outdoor flea markets and […]
