The World Health Organization will convene in an emergency meeting Monday to determine what to do about the mosquito-borne Zika virus, which has been ravaging parts of South America, Central America and the
Nova Scotia claims Canadian women's junior curling title
Mary Fay's clutch eighth-end draw clinched the women's title for Nova Scotia at the Canadian junior curling championships. from CBC | Curling News http://ift.tt/1KjINMa
CBC Forum: How do we stop the spread of the Zika virus?
The Zika virus is "spreading explosively," according to the World Health Organization. How do we stop the spread of the virus? What kind of threat do you think Zika poses? Is enough being
Various seafood products recalled nationwide over undeclared egg
A range of fish and seafood products are being recalled because they may contain egg, which is not declared on the labels. from CBC | Health News http://ift.tt/1KiudVn
Raptors handle Pistons, stretch win streak to 11
DeMar DeRozan had 29 points and the Toronto Raptors beat the Detroit Pistons 111-107 on Saturday night to push the team's franchise-best win streak to 11 consecutive games. from CBC | NBA News
Zika virus has infected 2,100 pregnant Colombians, health officials say
More than 2,100 pregnant Colombians are infected with the mosquito-borne Zika virus, an illness linked to a devastating birth defect, the country's national health institute said on Saturday, as the disease continues its
Raptors aiming to extend franchise-best winning streak
The Toronto Raptors will attempt to extend their franchise-best winning streak to 11 games when they host the Detroit Pistons on Saturday in the finale of a seven-game stretch at the Air Canada
Genetic discrimination law urgently needed, medical experts say
Experts in genetics and medical ethics say a bill currently before the Senate intended to prevent genetic discrimination is long overdue. from CBC | Health News http://ift.tt/1VxuaFO
Volosozhar, Trankov win gold in pairs at European champs
Olympic champions Tatiana Volosozhar and Maxim Trankov returned in style after skipping last season, taking gold in the pairs competition Saturday at the European figure skating championships in Bratislava, Slovakia. from CBC |
Javier Fernandez wins 4th straight European figure skating title
Javier Fernandez of Spain won his fourth straight European title on Thursday with the best free program at the European figure skating championships in Bratislava, Slovakia. from CBC | Figure Skating News http://ift.tt/1PJ0zuK
What Canadian travellers need to know about the Zika virus
Headlines about the Zika virus are alarming people worldwide, and for good reason — the virus is linked to microcephaly, which causes unusually small heads in babies. Here's what Canadians travelling to the
Jays' GM wants to get to know Bautista, Encarnacion before talking contract
Toronto Blue Jays general manager Ross Atkins says right now it's all about getting to know Jose Bautista and Edwin Encarnacion. from CBC | MLB News http://ift.tt/1TsB8xf
Canadian mosquito spread of Zika untested
The types of mosquito transmitting the Zika virus in South and Central America can't survive Canadian winters. But what about home grown bugs? from CBC | Health News http://ift.tt/1OVDNfv
Maicer Izturis agrees to minor league deal with Blue Jays
Maicer Izturis has agreed to a minor league contract to stay with the Toronto Blue Jays. from CBC | MLB News http://ift.tt/1WSIyd4
Colombia, Venezuela report Zika links to Guillain-Barre syndrome
Colombia and Venezuela are both reporting a jump in cases of a rare, sometimes paralyzing syndrome that may be linked to the Zika virus. from CBC | Health News http://ift.tt/1NGd2YF
4 confirmed Zika cases among Canadian travellers
There are four recently confirmed cases of Zika infection among Canadians who have travelled to areas most affected by the virus, the Public Health Agency of Canada says. from CBC | Health News
Spring training hat mismatch has some Jays fans crying foul
Blue Jays fans have had a tumultuous off-season, from losing an award-winning general manager, to saying goodbye to all-star popcorn-loving pitcher David Price and now with spring training just over a month away
Cause of schizophrenia found in genes, new research says
New research in the journal Nature points to a single "neighbourhood" in the human genome as being responsible for schizophrenia. Researcher Dr. Steven McCarroll says this is a major breakthrough in our understanding
Women fear genetic test for breast cancer could drive up insurance costs
Insurance companies in Canada can demand to see the results of an individual's genetic tests before insuring them, but the Senate is currently considering a bill that would keep this information private. from
Thousands of complaints about physicians lead to few disciplinary cases
Nearly 8,000 Canadians filed a complaint about a physician across the country last year but on average only about 54 doctors were formally disciplined in each of the past 15 years. from CBC
Zika virus: Canadian-U.S. vaccine could be ready by year's end
A vaccine for the Zika virus in development by U.S. and Canadian scientists could be available for emergency use before the end of the year, possibly making it the first, one of the
How to lose weight and gain muscle — fast: McMaster study
Want to burn fat and gain muscle? New research from McMaster University may be able to make that happen, and fast. from CBC | Health News http://ift.tt/1NDvjpg
Toronto Raptors' 10-game winning streak, in pictures
The Raptors, led by NBA All-Star guards Kyle Lowry and DeMar DeRozan, set a franchise record on Thursday night with a 10th straight win. from CBC | NBA News http://ift.tt/1UupWi1
Raptors set new franchise record with 10th straight win
The Toronto Raptors have set a new franchise record with their 10th consecutive victory, breaking the previous record of nine straight wins originally set in 2002. from CBC | NBA News http://ift.tt/1lZ5gTe
Doug Fister joins Astros on 1-year deal worth $7 million US
Free-agent pitcher Doug Fister on Thursday joined the Houston Astros for one year and $7 million US. He was 5-7 with a 4.19 earned-run average in 15 starts and 10 relief appearances last
Rays deal reliever McGee to Rockies for OF Dickerson
The Tampa Bay Rays have acquired Dickerson from the Rockies for left-handed reliever Jake McGee in a trade Thursday that also sent a minor leaguer to each team. The Rays got third baseman
DeMar DeRozan added to East's NBA All-Star roster
Toronto Raptors guard DeMar DeRozan will make his second NBA All-Star Game appearance after joining the Eastern Conference reserves. from CBC | NBA News http://ift.tt/1SmtW4N
Insomnia's effects on brain explored
Most of us feel a good night's sleep helps us function better during the day. But researchers are only now beginning to connect the dots between brain plasticity and the healing powers of
W-18 drug 100 times stronger than fentanyl, says Calgary police
Calgary police have seized a sample of W-18, a drug 100 times more powerful than fentanyl. from CBC | Health News http://ift.tt/1QI7jrL
Why you won't lose weight if you exercise too much
Research indicates the body may have a "sweet spot" for exercise, so working out more won't necessarily help take off extra pounds. from CBC | Health News http://ift.tt/1KdG2w2
Working out may be worth it for pregnant women, study suggests
A study involving hundreds of pregnant women found that those who exercised saw less incidence of hypertension and excessive weight gain during their pregnancies. from CBC | Health News http://ift.tt/1QIf3dm
Canadian Blood Services to defer donations from travellers to Zika areas
​Canadian Blood Services will soon refuse blood donations from those who have travelled to countries where the mosquito-borne Zika virus has become widespread. from CBC | Health News http://ift.tt/1SebehG
Olympic curling medallist Mike Harris making comeback
Veteran skip Mike Harris isn't concerned about ranking points, playing in the Grand Slam events or even curling on a full-time basis. The 1998 Olympic silver medallist is back on the curling scene
Sting, Cirque du Soleil set to perform at NBA All-Star Game in Toronto
Sting is trading Fields of Gold for a court of all-stars, with the Grammy-winning artist to perform the halftime show at the NBA All-Star Game on Feb. 14 at the Air Canada Centre
Senate bill aims to keep genetic test results private
Advances in genetic testing have improved doctors' ability to diagnose and treat certain illnesses, but thousands of Canadians have opted not to take the tests for fear it may compromise their career, lead
WHO chief calls for emergency meeting on Zika virus
The World Health Organization says it is convening an emergency committee on Monday to decide if the Zika virus outbreak should be declared an international health emergency. from CBC | Health News http://ift.tt/207yMJb
3 known recent cases of Canadians who contracted Zika abroad, health officials say
Three Canadians, two in B.C. and the other in Alberta, have brought back the Zika virus after contracting it abroad, CBC News has learned. from CBC | Health News http://ift.tt/1ZUlMRK
Tyronn Lue to coach East in NBA All-Star Game
Just three games in and Tyronn Lue is already an All-Star coach. The new Cleveland coach will lead the Eastern Conference at next month's NBA All-Star Game, clinching the spot following the Cavaliers'
Doctors with moral objections to assisted dying should be able to opt out, committee hears
Doctors, nurses, pharmacists and other medical professionals are sharing their views with MPs and senators on a special parliamentary committee on physician-assisted dying tonight. from CBC | Health News http://ift.tt/1VsyW7v
Bell Let's Talk Day lifted 'cloak of secrecy' around mental illness, say advocates
Canada’s mental health sector has struggled to combat the stigma of mental illness for years and while advocates say that support for the mentally ill is still well below what it should be,
Attacks by patients on nurses called rampant
Nurses are being beaten and choked during attacks from patients as they struggle with understaffing, a conference heard Wednesday. from CBC | Health News http://ift.tt/1ZTNTR2
Ralph Goodale says Mounties need more cash to catch fentanyl traffickers
Public Safety Minister Ralph Goodale says the RCMP needs more money to combat Canada's deadly trade in fentanyl. Hundreds of Canadians died after overdosing on the synthetic opioid last year — 213 in
Ontario doctors get interim guidelines for providing assisted death
Ontario doctors will be permitted to provide assistance in dying to eligible patients within Canada who qualify for publicly funded health care as the federal government works to legislate doctor-assisted suicide. from CBC
Raptors' Lowry questionable with wrist injury
Kyle Lowry is still bothered by a sore left wrist and is questionable for the Toronto Raptors' game against the visiting New York Knicks on Thursday. from CBC | NBA News http://ift.tt/1Ur0r0U
LeBron James denies he's a coach killer
In the wake of David Blatt's firing, Cleveland Cavaliers star LeBron James says the criticism that he undermines coaches is unfair. from CBC | NBA News http://ift.tt/1RNZUIA
Zika virus infects Danish tourist
A Danish tourist has been infected by the Zika virus after visiting southern and central America, Danish hospital officials say, but authorities said Wednesday it was not the first case in Europe. from
Almost half of Canadian military personnel have history of child abuse, study suggests
About half of Canada's soldiers have a history of child abuse, which is significantly higher than the general population, indicates a new study led by a Manitoba researcher. from CBC | Health News
Rogers profit inches up on higher revenue from Blue Jays run
A playoff run by the Toronto Blue Jays helped boost revenue for Rogers in the fourth quarter, but that was offset by continued soft ad sales for conventional TV and print publications, the
Raptors tie franchise record with 9th straight win
It's nine and counting for the Toronto Raptors. Kyle Lowry poured in 29 points as the Raptors matched their franchise-best nine-game winning streak, beating the Washington Wizards 106-89 on Tuesday. from CBC |
Yukon does U-turn on vitamin D ads that had social media howling
Yukon's Department of Health and Social Services says its vitamin D campaign was meant to target a younger crowd but online reaction 'escalated to ribald humour.' from CBC | Health News http://ift.tt/1QqGyWH
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