Health

Early indicators of dementia: 5 behaviour changes to look for after age 50

Dementia is often thought of as a memory problem, like when an elderly person asks the same questions or misplaces things. In reality, individuals with dementia will not only experience issues in other areas of cognition like learning, thinking, comprehension and judgement, but they may also experience changes in behaviour. It’s important to understand what dementia is and how it manifests. I didn’t imagine my grandmother’s strange behaviours...

Toronto woman suing long term care home for negligence

The woman claims her mother suffered a rapid decline in cognition days after she went into the home. Months later it was discovered some medications were mistakenly stopped after she was admitted.

What does 4/20 mean and why do people celebrate it?

On April 20th every year, marijuana smokers across the world come together to celebrate 4/20. What does the day entail and why did it become a thing? Below, we explain all this and more: What is 4/20? Simply put, 4/20 is a holiday to celebrate weed. Every year, places in the UK and US are overrun by people smoking marijuana regardless of its legal...

Restaurants feeling financial pinch as industry sees drop in employment

A Vancouver restaurant is feeling the financial pinch as the industry shed over 26,000 jobs in March. Grace Ke reports.

P.E.I. government siding with businesses in sick note decision, ER doctor says

After advocating for the legislation, Dr. Kay Dingwell, an ER physician in Summerside, says she's not surprised PC MLAs voted down a bill Wednesday that would have eliminated the requirement for sick workers to get doctors' notes. But as she tells CBC News: Compass host Louise Martin, she hasn't given up on getting rid of the policy that she says puts an uneeded strain on the health-care system.

Paris Hilton backs California bill to bring more transparency to youth treatment facilities

Paris Hilton joined California state lawmakers to push for legislation aimed at cracking down on the industry that cares for troubled teens by requiring more transparency from youth treatment facilities.

'They assumed my rages were down to the menopause, but it was dementia'

'I became confused and so angry that I’d fly into a rage, and throw things across the room.'

Co-dependency: Why can't I stop putting others before myself?

Why do we love people who hurt us? People who cannot say "no" are suffering from co-dependency.

Shrimp's impact on health and who should avoid them

Shrimp are popular seafood and a rich source of protein, but many people fear them, purportedly due to the "harmfulness" of this product. The material includes data from Nutrients, Food Science and Nutrition websites, among others. Is eating shrimp unsafe for health? Read in the material. The material includes data from Nutrients, Food Science and ...

DeSantis signs bill to roll out communism lessons in Florida public schools

DeSantis signs bill to roll out communism lessons in Florida public schools - Mr DeSantis signed the bill behind a podium that read “ANTI-COMMUNIST EDUCATION” on Wednesday

10 things that happen to your body when you stop drinking alcohol

Her landlord sold her apartment. Her new unit is the same size — and $700 more a month

CBC News asked renters in Toronto's Liberty Village what they think of renting in Canada's biggest city.

Which color of pepper is healthiest?

It turns out that each color of pepper has its own advantages.

CAA Manitoba says ‘alarming’ survey results show lack of awareness about driving high

CAA Manitoba says a new survey finds that 27 per cent of Manitoba drivers say they’ve driven a vehicle after consuming edible cannabis.

These autistic kids denied up to $800 a month because of IQ requirements

While Nova Scotia's Direct Family Support for Children program is meant to provide financial aid to families of kids with disabilities, many kids with autism are being denied the funding because they don't meet the province's definition of an intellectual disability. Celina Aalders reports.

I was told I was 'very positive'. Doctors weren't referring to my attitude

I'd had HIV for 10 years without knowing.

Research reveals ideal number of steps per day

It is widely believed that the journey to a healthy and long life begins with taking 10,000 steps every day. For those leading a sedentary lifestyle, this target may seem like a challenging goal that requires some effort. However, in reality, the number of steps needed can vary for different groups, writes The Lancet. Researchers analyzed data from...

Convenience store chain with hundreds of outlets in 6 states hit with discrimination lawsuit

The Sheetz convenience store chain has been hit with a lawsuit by federal officials who allege the company discriminated against minority job applicants. Sheetz Inc., which operates more than 700 stores in six states, discriminated against Black, Native American and multiracial job seekers by automatically weeding out applicants whom the company de...

I spent almost three years trying to find out what was causing my pain

It now takes almost 9 years to get diagnosed.

12 questions to ask yourself if you think you have ADHD, according to a doctor

Cases of whooping cough confirmed in Kawartha Lakes

The Haliburton Kawartha Pine Ridge District Health Unit (HKPRDHU) is alerting parents and caregivers that there are confirmed cases of pertussis, also known as whooping cough, in the City of Kawartha Lakes. As a result, HKPRDHU is reminding parents and guardians to ensure their children's immunizations are up to date and on file with the local heal...

Shoppers pharmacy owners launch class-action lawsuit

Proposed class-action lawsuit alleges the Shoppers Drug Mart imposed unsafe and unethical corporate practices on pharmacy owners to increase profits. CBC's Angelina King reports.

Delicious foods that accelerate weight loss: Your essential list

Experts have named foods that are not only tasty but also healthy. They help stick to a diet and shed extra pounds. It's important to remember that in weight loss, mathematics matters - you must consume fewer calories than you burn. And these are the foods that provide satiety and speed up your metabolism, helping you lose weight faster, reports We...

How safe are your sushi and sashimi?

If you don't suffer from a weak immune system sushi and sashimi should be fine, but if you are you should be more careful.

How to outsmart hunger while losing weight

When people decide to start losing weight, they often struggle with feelings of hunger, especially when they start dieting and exercising. If, despite rational and healthy eating, you occasionally experience uncontrollable cravings, it's worth arming yourself with strategies to address this sensation, writes Wprost. Outsmarting hunger The weight lo...

Kate Ashford: Retirement could come sooner than you think - how to plan for it

NEW YORK (AP) — American workers expect to retire at a median age of 65, according to a 2023 survey from the Employee Benefit Research Institute, or EBRI. But the actual median age for retirement is 62, the survey found. That may not seem like a big gap, but if you retire three years earlier than planned, that’s three fewer years of savings and thr...

How to safely coexist with grizzlies as encounters increase in Canada

A spike in grizzly bear sightings leads to question of how to coexist

3 reasons you keep waking up in the middle of the night

What historic agreement signed in Haida Gwaii will mean for other First Nations

The Haida Nation and the provincial government have signed a historic agreement, recognizing Aboriginal title over all of Haida Gwaii's approximately 200 islands. It's the first of its kind deal in Canada. Aaron McArthur has more on what it means for the Haida Nation and the islands.

First Nation bans drug dealers from the community

A First Nation in northern Alberta is taking steps to ban drug dealers — and anyone associated with them. It’s part of a growing trend of First Nations taking control of community safety, amid an increase of property crime.

Nutritionist explains under what conditions baking in foil can be dangerous

Lately, there have been debates about whether aluminum foil is harmful to the body when used to cook or bake food. This question is addressed by RBC-Ukraine with reference to a post on Instagram by Ukrainian nutritionist Snizhana Voroshylova. Is foil harmful The World Health Organization (WHO) considers the intake of aluminum to be safe at less tha...

Golfing, gardening may be linked to ALS risk

Research published in the Journal of Neurological Sciences earlier this year found that outdoor recreational activities, such as golfing, woodworking and hunting may increase a person’s likelihood of developing amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), especially among men.

Eating breakfast at this time could reduce heart disease risk

A French study suggests that eating breakfast and supper an hour earlier may reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke. This research emphasizes the importance of meal timing for cardiovascular health, according to The Telegraph. The study found that having breakfast at 8 am instead of 9 am decreases the risk of developing cardiovascular disease by...

Five medicines you shouldn't mix with coffee

Discover how coffee affects the absorption and side effects of common drugs.

In Pictures: Young People Living With ADHD

London-based Norwegian photographer Nora Nord was diagnosed with ADHD in 2018, when she was in her early 20s. It was an immensely freeing feeling, she says, because it gave her the space for some aspects of her personality to finally make sense. But it was a frustrating time, too. “I’ve had an underlying feeling most of my life that something is wrong with me,” she remembers. “I wondered why I couldn’t focus or finish things, and why everything...

Scientists claim people with this blood type more likely to have early stroke

Research shows that people with blood type A are more likely to suffer from a stroke before the age of 60 compared to people with other blood types, according to a study published in the journal Neurology. Blood types describe a rich variety of chemicals present on the surface of red blood cells. Among the most well-known are those called A and B, ...

Think a smoking ban won't work? Ask the kids it will affect

It is worth noting that the Venn diagram of those of my constituency who have written to me opposing the ban almost perfectly overlaps with anti-vaxxers.

Pita with cheese or a hot chocolate: Which to choose while on a weight loss journey?

Hot chocolate contains more calories and protein than pita toast with yellow cheese - Dr. Maya Roseman explains which is better for you.

Doctors urge caution when giving children melatonin

Some Canadian doctors are urging caution as a new study shows more teens and kids are taking melatonin to help them sleep. Many are using it long-term, but there is limited research on its safety for adolescents.

What to do if you wake up at night and can't get back to sleep, according to expert

Getting a decent night's sleep is important for our health, but a lot of us don't get the recommended eight hours. Three-quarters of Brits get less than eight hours of sleep, while one in six get by on less than six hours each night, according to YouGov. Meanwhile across the pond, over 17 per cent of adults had trouble staying asleep most days or e...

Oregon warns B.C. about drug decriminalization

Oregon is rolling back its groundbreaking drug decriminalization law, following three years of climbing overdoses and fewer people than expected entering treatment. With B.C. now more than a year into its own decriminalization experiment, experts in that state are warning officials here. Paul Johnson has more in the first part of his two-part series.

Calgary community rallies to confront series of heartbreaking deaths

Families in Calgary’s South Sudanese community say young adults are dying, often of drug overdose or gang violence, and their peers don’t speak about what happened. Now the community is coming together to find a solution.

Capital gains tax changes spark concern from some middle-class Canadians

Big changes coming to the country's capital gains tax are aimed at the wealthiest Canadians -- part of Ottawa's efforts to generate revenue to help pay for billions in new spending. But some middle-class Canadians who own small businesses or are selling a second property, might have to pay more too. Eric Sorensen looks at the changes, and who's being affected.

Patients are paying for surgeries covered by the province

Health-care advocates say patients are unnecessarily paying thousands to private medical clinics for procedures covered by the province, such as cataract surgery. They say many patients are falling for doctors engaging in 'predatory upselling' of services.

Jody Lynn Roll: 'I have Down syndrome, and I think that's awesome'

Jody is an artist whose work has won awards and toured in California. Through the National accessArts Centre's Film Ensemble program, she's had films screened at festivals like Sled Island and Artifact. For Jody, film is a medium through which she can express herself and showcase the beauty of people with disabilities.

Scientific breakthrough in the study of neurological disorders

Tel Aviv University researchers make discovery that one of the deleted genes linked to Williams syndrome is responsible for mitochondrial function and regulation in the brain’s nerve cells.

I felt hopeful after my GP referred me. Four years on, I'm still waiting to be seen

It has always felt like an uphill battle to be properly seen and heard.

Nevada Supreme Court rulings hand setbacks to gun-right defenders and anti-abortion activists

RENO, Nev. (AP) — Nevada's Supreme Court upheld a state ban on ghost guns Thursday, overturning a lower court's ruling that sided with a gun manufacturer's argument that the 2021 law regulating firearm components with no serial numbers was too broad and unconstitutionally vague. Separately the court handed a setback to anti-abortion activists in a ...

A spike in grizzly bear sightings leads to question of how to co-exist

Grizzly bear populations across B.C. are starting to recover and experts say it will be more common to see grizzlies both in the wilderness but also potentially closer. The Weather Network's Mia Gordon spoke to an expert about how we can co-exist with grizzly bears.

What causes post-infection coughs in adults?

If you've been sick, thought you had recovered, but still have a nagging cough that doesn't go away - you're definitely not alone. The Canadian Medical Association Journal is tackling the subject. Global BC medical contributor Dr. Birinder Narang explains what causes this cough and if it's contagious if you don't have any other symptoms.