The Blue Jays' offence struck out 14 times against Indians pitcher Carlos Carrasco as Cleveland continued their winning ways in Toronto. from CBC | MLB News http://ift.tt/29fluFN
Worked to death: Isolated professions see higher suicide rates
Farmers, lumberjacks and fishermen kill themselves most often among workers in the U.S., according to a large new study that shows enormous differences of suicide rates across jobs. Researchers found the highest suicide
Phillies prospect loses eye after freak accident
Minor league pitcher Matt Imhof, 22, says doctors told him his eye was "crushed like a grape" after a piece of metal from an exercise machine struck his head last Friday. from CBC
Nobel laureates challenge Greenpeace over safety of GMO crops
More than 100 Nobel laureates called on environmental group Greenpeace to end its opposition to genetically modified crops, saying there is a scientific consensus they are safe and can benefit society, especially by
Patrick Chan finds soul in new long program
Patrick Chan’s new long program, which is set to an original composition by fellow Canadian figure skater Eric Radford, highlights the simple, emotional beauty of the two-time world champion's skating. from CBC |
Jays hope for some relief with Cecil's return to bullpen
The Toronto Blue Jays activated left-handed reliever Brett Cecil off the disabled list on Thursday. from CBC | MLB News http://ift.tt/295Netf
Trudeau government announces next steps in plan to legalize marijuana
Justice Minister Jody Wilson-Raybould and Health Minister Jane Philpott will make an announcement today related to the government's plan to legalize marijuana. CBCNews.ca is carrying it live starting at 10:30 a.m. ET. from
Drop-side crib sales, import and ads to be banned by Health Canada
The federal government is banning the sale of drop-side cribs. from CBC | Health News http://ift.tt/296Wgsg
Durant, Horford, DeRozan headline NBA free agent class
Kevin Durant, Al Horford and DeMar DeRozan headline the list of unrestricted free agents available when NBA free agency opens on July 1 with teams looking to spend their influx of cash and
Damaging Zika effects being found in newborns with normal-sized heads
The Zika virus can cause devastating brain defects in newborns with microcephaly, but also in babies with normal-sized heads and those born to women infected in the third trimester of pregnancy, Brazilian doctors
Jays escape 9th-inning scare to save Sanchez gem in Colorado
Blue Jays closer Roberto Osuna nearly blew Toronto's lead in the ninth inning but managed to help preserve another strong performance by starter Aaron Sanchez. from CBC | MLB News http://ift.tt/29bPUZm
Ensuring quality of living at end of life 'pretty intense,' son says
There’s no guidebook to navigate the highs and lows of looking after a family member in their final months at home, where most Canadians say they would prefer to die. from CBC |
Laugh at Asperger's syndrome? Young comic hopes you do
Michael McCreary has Asperger's syndrome, a condition that made it difficult for him to connect with others. For years it left him feeling lonely and isolated. Now he's mining it for comedy —
Joe Biden threatens cancer funding cuts if hospitals don't collaborate more
Biden made an impassioned plea for increased urgency in the fight against cancer. from CBC | Health News http://ift.tt/294PEtS
LeBron James opts out of Cavs deal, becomes free agent
LeBron James is a free agent after declining his player option for next season with the NBA champion Cavaliers. The move was expected by James, who said last week he intends to remain
Canadian coaches remember Pat Summitt as 'a pioneer, a legend'
Canadian university basketball coaches Carly Clarke and Michele Belanger are just two of the women touched by the enduring influence of the legendary Pat Summitt, who died Tuesday at the age of 64.
Hand sanitizer makers face questions from FDA
Federal health officials want to know whether hand sanitizers used by millions of Americans work as well as manufacturers claim — and whether there are any health risks to their growing use. from
Experimental training for doctors helps patients with depression in N.S., researcher says
A pilot project aimed at teaching family doctors and their staff how to treat patients with depression and anxiety led to improvements in those patients — without relying on drugs, the primary researcher
Blue Jays offence wakes up for 1st franchise win in Colorado
Troy Tulowitzki homered to ignite a go-ahead, six-run fourth inning as Toronto took advantage of Colorado's pitching and defence in a 14-9 win that ended at just after 1:20 a.m. local time due
The case for/against Marcus Stroman being sent to the minors
Marcus Stroman hasn't been pitching well lately. So, what should the Blue Jays do? Send him to the minors to work on regaining his mechanics, or let him work out his problems with
Raptors could have a shot at these free agents
With the league's new nine-year, $24-billion US television deal set to kick in, teams will be throwing their money around like never before. Armed with cap space and the ability to offer a
Scientists protest in frustration over federal research funding chaos
The largest funding competition in Canadian science history is hitting obstacles, as almost 3,000 biomedical and health scientists apply for money to keep their research going. from CBC | Health News http://ift.tt/292r7Gk
Back to baseball: Catch up on the Blue Jays' season
While many Canadians spent the past few months tuned to the NHL and NBA playoffs, the Toronto Blue Jays have been approaching the midpoint of their season. In case you haven't been watching,
Zika outbreak: Monkey study suggests infection lasts longer in pregnancy than thought
Researchers infected pregnant monkeys with the Zika virus to learn how it harms developing fetuses — and in a highly unusual twist, the public can get a real-time peek at the findings. from
Wynne government officially backtracks on controversial autism funding change
The Ontario government has backed away from a controversial age limit it imposed earlier this year on funding for intensive therapy for children with autism. from CBC | Health News http://ift.tt/290Jx9i
Nova Scotia declares Incompetent Persons Act invalid
The Nova Scotia government declared today that the Incompetent Persons Act is invalid and the parents of Landon Webb gave up guardianship of their 25-year-old son. from CBC | Health News http://ift.tt/29546Vq
Legendary basketball coach Pat Summitt dies
Pat Summitt, the winningest coach in Division I college basketball history who uplifted the women's game from obscurity to national prominence during her 38-year career at Tennessee, died Tuesday morning. She was 64.
Tristan Thompson will play for Canada: report
Cleveland Cavaliers forward Tristan Thompson will reportedly play for Canada's national team in its last-chance Olympic qualifying tournament next week. from CBC | NBA News http://ift.tt/290KwFT
Last call: Rangers finish off Yankees at quarter to 3 a.m. ET
The Texas Rangers wrapped up a weird win at 2:44 a.m. Tuesday, rallying after a rain delay of more than 3 ½ hours in the ninth inning to beat the New York Yankees
Tulowitzki back at Coors Field for 1st time since trade to Jays
Blue Jays shortstop Troy Tulowitzki returned to Coors Field on Monday, saying he is "in a good place" 11 months after being traded by the Colorado Rockies. from CBC | MLB News http://ift.tt/28ZNOdE
Wii offers no benefits over playing cards in stroke recovery trial
Simple recreational activities such as playing cards or repeatedly tossing a foam ball into a wastepaper basket are as effective as playing virtual reality games like Wii in helping patients recover hand strength
Eating omega-3 fatty acids tied to better heart health
Eating fish, seafood, seeds and nuts rich in omega-3 fatty acids regularly may help to lower the risk of dying from heart attacks, studies from 16 countries suggest. from CBC | Health News
Doctors face barriers to harnessing potential of mobile health apps
Mobile health apps on our phones can hold a wealth of helpful information to take better care of ourselves, but family doctors still face barriers harnessing the potential. from CBC | Health News
Stem cell hype and risk
An increasing number of Canadians are becoming medical tourists in search of stem cells. But is it worth the cost and the risk? @NightshiftMD weighs in. from CBC | Health News http://ift.tt/29hig2a
Assisted dying legislation faces new legal challenge
A B.C. woman with spinal muscular atrophy is joining the British Columbia Civil Liberties Association to challenge the federal government's new assisted dying legislation. from CBC | Health News http://ift.tt/29gPa2N
U.S. Supreme Court strikes down Texas law regulating abortion clinics
The U.S. Supreme Court has struck down Texas's widely replicated regulation of abortion clinics in the court's biggest abortion case in nearly a quarter century. from CBC | Health News http://ift.tt/28YuAne
United States names Olympic basketball roster
The U.S. has selected its 12-player roster that will try to win the Americans' third straight Olympic basketball gold medal. from CBC | NBA News http://ift.tt/298yzj7
IV vitamin therapy: increasingly trendy but 'no evidence' it works
IV therapy — delivering vitamins, minerals, amino acids and saline intravenously — is often sold as a way to boost energy and revitalize its recipients. Use of the therapy is accelerating, expert say,
#KidsCancerPain being used to bridge gap between parents, doctors
Clinicians at Halifax's IWK Health Centre and the Hospital for Sick Children are using social media to ease the pain of children with cancer by providing parents with the latest research through an
Medical marijuana producers seek alternatives as Canada Post work stoppage looms
Licensed medical marijuana producers have been warned to stop using the postal system ahead of a potential Canada Post strike or lockout in early July. from CBC | Health News http://ift.tt/28VDSzk
Opioid addiction at 'crisis level,' pharmacists hear at Calgary conference
Opioid addiction has reached a crisis level in Canada, in part due to prescribing practices and it’s going to take a shift in public attitude to get it under control. from CBC |
Chris Sale pitches White Sox past Blue Jays
Chris Sale pitched eight innings of two-run ball to become the majors' first 13-game winner, and the Chicago White Sox beat the Toronto Blue Jays 5-2 on Sunday. from CBC | MLB News
Toronto Blue Jays place pitcher Gavin Floyd on 15-day DL
The Toronto Blue Jays have placed right-handed reliever Gavin Floyd on the 15-day disabled list with shoulder tightness and recalled righty Bo Schultz from Triple-A Buffalo. from CBC | MLB News http://ift.tt/28X4gLF
Blue Jays give up 7 HRs, still hold on to defeat White Sox
The White Sox tied a team record with seven home runs, but it wasn't enough as Edwin Encarnacion drove in four runs, Devon Travis homered and the Toronto Blue Jays held on to
Mets sign Jose Reyes to minor league contract
The New York Mets have signed shortstop Jose Reyes to a minor league contract. Reyes was cut by Colorado after serving a 59-day suspension for violating Major League Baseball's domestic violence policy. from
CAMH bolsters treatment services for Aboriginal patients with sweat lodge
Canada's largest mental health and addiction teaching hospital has added a unique service for its Aboriginal clients — a sweat lodge to help promote spiritual, physical and emotional healing. from CBC | Health
White Sox hand Jays 4th loss in past 5 games
Melky Cabrera homered, Todd Frazier drove in the go-ahead run with a single in the seventh, and the Chicago White Sox beat the Toronto Blue Jays 3-2 on Friday night. from CBC |
Lead levels significantly higher in Flint kids after water switch: report
Children under the age of six in Flint, Mich., had significantly higher blood-lead levels after the city switched its water source in 2014 to save money, according to a CDC report released Friday.
David Stephan gets jail time, Collet Stephan gets house arrest in son's meningitis death
A father has been sentenced to four months in jail and his wife to three months of house arrest, after being found guilty of failing to provide the necessaries of life for their
Raptors take the safe pick in drafting Jakob Poeltl
With the 9th overall pick in the 2016 NBA Draft the Toronto Raptors selected Jakob Poeltl. from CBC | NBA News http://ift.tt/28TTaHd
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