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Founder of Moose Jaw health centre suggests ‘ALS drug industry’ was behind CBC investigation of his business
The man behind the Moose Jaw health centre that has claimed “a 100 per cent success rate in stopping the progression and in restoring function of people with ALS” says a recent CBC story about his company is evidence that he is seen as “a direct threat to the ALS drug industry.” Source link
'Our Jane': N.S. Austen fans celebrate her 250th birthday, and her Halifax connection
Literature lovers in the Halifax area have spent the last year joining a global celebration of their favourite author’s big birthday. A new episode of Atlantic Voice explores the enduring appeal — and the outfits — of Jane Austen. Source link
Here's what it would take for concert tickets to be accessible again
Most people are familiar with the pains associated with buying tickets for high-profile events: Face value tickets are expensive — if they’re even available, and tickets often sell out fast, only to pop up on resale sites, where they’re sold for exorbitant prices. But there are ways to push back, experts say, especially as people […]
One small step for periods in space, one giant leap for research in long-term space missions
It may still be an uncomfortable subject for some, but periods are a real thing that people need to manage. But what do astronauts do in space? Well, they have some options, but now they may have one more. Source link
A year of 'dramatic highs and lows': 2025's 'roller-coaster ride' for the Royals
In the annals of Royal Family history, 2025 will be remembered as the year the monarch took the virtually unprecedented step of stripping his younger brother of his titles and honours. But as much as the scandal surrounding the former prince now known only as Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor garnered headlines, there were other notable moments this […]
Ottawa medical manufacturer giving up nuclear licence after defying regulator
A Kanata medical manufacturer is giving up its nuclear licence after defying regulatory orders to restore its financial guarantee for over a year. Source link
Want to recall a Canadian politician? It's not easy — if it's even allowed where you live
Only two provinces allow for the recall of politicians. But with the bar set high for the process, most politicians targeted are likely not in any jeopardy. Here’s a closer look at recall legislation in Canada, its history, arguments for and against, and the chances of a recall succeeding. Source link
Learning I had a rare genetic condition changed how I saw myself as a physician, woman and mom
Bethany Oeming has often fielded questions from people wondering what the secret was to her muscular body. At 36, when she was pregnant with her second child, she was diagnosed with a rare genetic mutation called familial partial lipodystrophy. Suddenly, what she thought was simply her “body type” was reframed as a lifelong medical condition. […]
Thinking about going off an antidepressant? Here’s what experts want you to know about doing so safely
It’s common knowledge that antidepressants are an established and accessible treatment for depression, but it’s not always clear how long patients should stay on these medications — and what role therapy can play in the process of going off them safely. Source link
Canadians under 35 are debt-stressed — and buy now, pay later ubiquity isn't helping
Canadians under 35 are seeking debt relief services in higher numbers and missing credit payments at higher rates. Student loans, first credit cards and slow wage growth aren’t helping, but experts say the ubiquity of “buy now, pay later” plans are making the problem worse. Source link