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As women with ‘invisible illnesses’ struggle to be believed, a report on chronic pain could help
Medical professionals say a 2021 report supported by Health Canada could have a major impact on how the medical system can better understand chronic pain and the best ways to diagnose it — but with its release during the height of COVID-19 pandemic, the report flew under the radar, and some doctors and advocates are hoping […]
'I might have to shut down': Immigration cuts push Sask. restaurant to the brink
Immigration restrictions and reductions mean Ravinder Kaur could lose the two skilled chefs at her restaurant in Lloydminster, Sask., which she says could force her to close her business. Source link
What a N.S. palliative care unit tells us about Canada’s rural health care challenges
The five-bed palliative care hospital unit in Lunenburg, N.S., is still searching for staff, four years after it was first announced. Source link
Insufficient evidence to proceed with charges in N.L. children’s hospital drug theft
Data obtained by CBC News through access to information shows high-risk medication goes missing every year from hospitals across Newfoundland and Labrador. Source link
What does suspending Alberta’s clean electricity regulations mean for Canada’s climate goals?
The federal government suspended the regulations meant to rein in Canada’s worst polluter, but it hasn’t explained how it is going to ensure the country’s climate goals will be met. Carbon pricing, though, is expected to play a dominant role. Source link
RCMP restricts use of its Chinese-made drones — the vast majority of its fleet
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police is limiting the use of its 973 Chinese-made drones to non-sensitive operations, stating the devices present “high security risks, primarily due to their country of origin.” Source link
Alberta Metis eying ownership stake in proposed oil pipeline
The Metis Settlements of Alberta say they’re interested in purchasing a stake in a proposed oil pipeline to the West Coast and want to work with First Nations in British Columbia who oppose the project and plan to bring forward an emergency resolution at the Assembly of First Nations meetings in Ottawa Tuesday. Source link
In text messages, Ontario women accused of murder described boy in their care as ‘loser,’ trial hears
The Ontario Provincial Police sergeant who led the investigation into Becky Hamber and Brandy Cooney testified at their first-degree murder trial Monday, outlining evidence collected in the case against the couple. The Crown showed multiple images and played audio recordings of women interacting with the boys in their care. Source link
Experts warn merger of 2 Quebec health agencies could undermine public health
Experts are raising concerns over Quebec’s plan to merge two major health agencies as part of a broader plan to reduce bureaucracy. They warn the move could weaken public health, reduce preventive care, fragment services and prioritize short-term treatment over long-term population health. Source link
Bell-Haynes leads Canadian men past Bahamas in FIBA World Cup qualifying
Trae Bell-Haynes had 17 points, 10 assists and five rebounds to lead the Canadian men’s basketball team in a 94-88 win over the Bahamas in 2027 FIBA World Cup qualifying at Mattamy Athletic Centre in Toronto. Source link