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Thousands of donations, fewer than 2% used. Why cord blood transplants are so rare
Transplants are rare because of new cancer treatments and small volumes. But experts say they still save lives.
RFK Jr. wants to stop putting fluoride in drinking water. Here's what scientists say
On day one of Donald Trump's presidency, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says he'll be advising Trump to take fluoride out of public water. The former presidential hopeful — and prominent proponent of debunked public health claims — has described fluoride as "industrial waste."
Scrap sick notes for minor illnesses like colds, says CMA
The Canadian Medical Association wants to eliminate sick note requirements by companies for employees with short-term minor illnesses, saying they burden physicians with unnecessary administrative tasks.
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More adults think they have ADHD. But many are struggling to get diagnosed
One in four American adults suspect they have ADHD, suggests a new survey. And in Canada, prescriptions for medication to treat ADHD in adults is also on the rise, even though people are struggling to get a diagnosis.
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Getting fitness tips on social media can be harmful — but it doesn't have to be
Despite the growing popularity of fitness influencers, there hasn't been a lot of research on the health impact of their messages. Burgeoning studies are now starting to fill in the blanks — and even offering up solutions.
COVID rapid tests may be trickier to find at pharmacies this fall. Here's what you need to know
Rapid test availability varies province-by-province. Some experts are calling for more widespread testing.
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Men get breast cancer, too. But they can't always access new drugs
Breast cancer is one of the most-researched illnesses in the world. But some men suffering from the disease say they’re not able to benefit from new research and treatments.
Wildfires can take a heavy toll on mental health. Here's what researchers say should be done to help evacuees
Researchers say governments need to take proactive measures to make sure health-care systems can support wildfire evacuees
McGill says it will no longer negotiate with pro-Palestinian encampment protesters
McGill University says it is going ahead with much of the latest offer it had made to the pro-Palestinian protesters camping on its downtown campus. But now, academic amnesty is off the table.
Police arrest 15, use tear gas on crowd as pro-Palestinian activists occupy McGill University building
Montreal police fired tear gas at a crowd of pro-Palestinian protesters outside McGill University's James Administration Building, where activists had blockaded themselves on the third floor Thursday evening.