Opening his final weekend with yet another game-winning homer, David Ortiz lined a two-run shot into the right-field stands to break a seventh-inning tie and help the Boston Red Sox beat the Toronto
NBA No. 1 pick Ben Simmons breaks foot at 76ers practice
No. 1 overall pick Ben Simmons broke a bone in his right foot Friday during the Philadelphia 76ers' final training camp scrimmage at Stockton University. from CBC | NBA News http://ift.tt/2dxTbSd
Bismack Biyombo's departure leaves big void for Raptors
Kyle Lowry says there were times last season when the Toronto Raptors wouldn't worry about being half a step behind on defence. But with defensive stalwart Bismack Biyombo gone, the Raptors will have
As edible marijuana sales soar, Colorado tries a new regulatory tactic
Canadian authorities are already sounding the alarm about edible marijuana products, warning that they could pose a risk to children — especially if they look just like regular candy. In a state where
Thailand confirms SE Asia's first Zika-linked birth defects
Authorities in Thailand have confirmed that two cases of babies with microcephaly, or abnormally small heads, were caused by the Zika virus, the first such cases found in Southeast Asia. from CBC |
Medical marijuana patients growing more pot than they need and selling off the rest
Medical marijuana patients who are licensed to grow their own are producing more than they need and selling off the rest. from CBC | Health News http://ift.tt/2dwak3g
Federal health minister's talk of health-care efficiencies called 'trap' by Quebec minister
Health Minister Jane Philpott is hitting back at premiers who are concerned about the Liberal pledge to stick with the former Harper government's health-care spending formula, saying that more money for cash-strapped provinces
Orioles shut out Jays to pull even for wild card
Ubaldo Jimenez dazzled through 6 2/3 innings as the Baltimore Orioles blanked the Toronto Blue Jays 4-0 on Thursday in a matchup between the top teams in the American League wild-card race. from
Canada's Brady Heslip takes aim at joining Raptors
It's near the end of a practice at Toronto Raptors' training camp and like most of the team, Brady Heslip is working on his shot. from CBC | NBA News http://ift.tt/2db7ZLu
Blue Jays' minor-league MVP suspended 50 games for positive test
Toronto Blue Jays minor-league first baseman Jesus Montero has been suspended for 50 games by Major League Baseball without pay after testing positive for a banned substance. from CBC | MLB News http://ift.tt/2dI8Od8
Zika outbreak: travel consideration issued by CDC for 11 Southeast Asian countries
U.S. health officials recommend pregnant women consider postponing travel to 11 Southeastern Asian countries because of the risk of Zika virus infection. from CBC | Health News http://ift.tt/2dI5cb1
Cavs' Lue wants Kevin Garnett to join his coaching staff
Kevin Garnett never imagined himself coaching. Cleveland Cavaliers coach Tyronn Lue is making him consider it. from CBC | NBA News http://ift.tt/2cOU4HK
Family, friends of Marlins' Fernandez attend funeral mass
A day after fans said goodbye, family members and friends of Miami Marlins pitcher Jose Fernandez gathered for a private funeral mass on Thursday afternoon. from CBC | MLB News http://ift.tt/2dD6l0R
Canada sticks with nasal-mist flu vaccine, despite U.S. rejection
FluMist, the nasal spray version of the influenza vaccine, is still being recommended for children in Canada, even though pediatricians in the U.S. have been told it's ineffective. from CBC | Health News
Zika outbreak: Utah man may have contracted virus from dying father's tears
A Utah man who mysteriously contracted Zika from his infected father may have got it by touching his dad's tears or sweat with his bare hands, new research suggests. from CBC | Health
Deadly drug carfentanil is in Winnipeg, police confirm
Winnipeg police have confirmed the deadly street drug carfentanil is in the city. from CBC | Health News http://ift.tt/2cO59sE
Popular breakfast program sells farm-fresh produce boxes to raise funds
A Nova Scotia non-profit that provides breakfast programs at schools across the province hopes a new fundraiser using produce boxes will promote healthier eating. from CBC | Health News http://ift.tt/2dCv6Kp
Canada 'incredibly average' on reducing premature mortality compared with peer countries: report
Canada has reduced premature mortality rates tremendously over the past 50 years, but the country is still in the middle of the pack compared with “peer" countries such as Australia, Germany and Japan,
Alberta Health Services struggling to keep up with demand for physician-assisted deaths
In total, 29 people in Alberta have ended their lives through physician-assisted death this year, according to numbers provided by Alberta Health Services. Fourteen of those deaths occurred in Edmonton, which is the
Red Sox go worst to 1st, clinch AL East crown
The Boston Red Sox have won the AL East despite a 5-3 loss to the New York Yankees, clinching the division championship when the Toronto Blue Jays lost to Baltimore. from CBC |
'Significant increase' noted in syphilis cases, Toronto Public Health says
Toronto Public Health says it is aware of a "significant increase" in the number of infectious syphilis cases reported in the city last year and in the first six months of this year.
Blue Jays blow late lead as Orioles tighten race
Pinch-hitter Hyun Soo Kim hit a two-run homer off Roberto Osuna in the ninth inning as the Baltimore Orioles came back for a 3-2 victory over the Blue Jays on Wednesday at Rogers
Freddie Freeman pushes hit streak to 30 games
Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman extended his hitting streak to 30 games on Wednesday night, the longest in the majors this season. from CBC | MLB News http://ift.tt/2duYqWV
Jose Fernandez remembered in sombre ceremony in Miami
Somber Miami Marlins players and personnel escorted a hearse carrying the body of star pitcher Jose Fernandez from the team's ballpark Wednesday, as the farewell for their beloved teammate marched on. from CBC
DeMarre Carroll writing off last season's injury-plagued ordeal
A prized free-agent acquisition of the Toronto Raptors two summers ago, DeMarre Carroll suffered through a trying first year with his new team in 2015-16 where he played just 26 regular-season games because
Common painkillers linked to increased risk of heart failure: study
Commonly prescribed anti-inflammatory painkillers, including ibuprofen, raise the risk of hospital admission for heart failure, a large European study suggests. from CBC | Health News http://ift.tt/2cM1603
Premiers send Trudeau letter demanding meeting on health care
So far unable to secure a meeting with the prime minister on the future of federal funding for health care, provincial and territorial premiers have written to Justin Trudeau to demand that he
Today's Tim Tebow TMI: Homers in 1st pro at-bat
New York Mets prospect Tim Tebow homered on the first pitch he saw Wednesday in his instructional league debut against the St. Louis Cardinals club. from CBC | MLB News http://ift.tt/2daQzud
Who is Blue Jays' best option as wild-card starter?
If the Major League Baseball season ended Wednesday, the Toronto Blue Jays would finish atop the AL wild-card standings and host a winner-take-all playoff game on Oct. 4. In that scenario, which of
Pete Rose appeals to Hall of Fame for eligibility
Pete Rose is appealing directly to baseball's Hall of Fame to restore his eligibility, arguing the lifetime ban he agreed to in 1989 was never intended to keep him out of Cooperstown. from
Zika outbreak: Miami-Dade releases 5 positive mosquito trap locations
Outbreak zone now extends through much of Miami Beach from CBC | Health News http://ift.tt/2drWcDG
Nutritious to who? Northerners say food subsidy program needs overhaul
The Federal government's often controversial Nutrition North program came under fire again Monday night, as Northern residents argued it's not keeping people from going hungry or making most food affordable. from CBC |
Staring at mobile phones strains necks, chiropractors warn
Chiropractors in Windsor-Essex are sounding the alarm over "text neck" which comes after repeatedly turning your head down. Just the pressure from that action alone could put nearly 30 kilograms of pressure on
Yankees fan botches proposal, loses ring
Andrew Fox had everything he needed to make one of life's biggest decisions on Tuesday night: the engagement ring, the perfect woman and a beautiful early autumn night at Yankee Stadium. What he
Millions of Canadians don't have to be told if health information breached
The personal health information of hundreds of patients is breached every year, but most Canadians live in provinces where health-care providers don't have to tell victims or privacy watchdogs. from CBC | Health
B.C. clinic's free heroin enables addicts to 'have a meaningful life again,' co-ordinator says
Providence Crosstown Clinic in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside gives free heroin to longtime addicts. It's a controversial program, and the clinic's research co-ordinator admits they're enabling addicts. "We are enabling them to have a
In California's farm belt, 'pesticide drift' has residents worried about their health
In California's farm belt, "pesticide drift" means danger is in the wind. Residents want new laws to protect half a million children who go to school near fields sprayed with pesticides from CBC
Yankee-killer Ortiz makes final trip to New York
Boston slugger David Ortiz has no shortage of memorable moments against the Yankees over his 14-year with the Red Sox. from CBC | MLB News http://ift.tt/2diKjCT
Donaldson, Sanchez power Jays to open up 2-game lead over Orioles
Josh Donaldson hit a two-run homer and Aaron Sanchez pitched six solid innings as the Toronto Blue Jays downed the Baltimore Orioles 5-1 on Tuesday in a matchup of American League wild-card holders.
New Raptor Jared Sullinger ready to join Toronto's 'winning culture'
Toronto Raptors newcomer Jared Sullinger could take on the role of starting power forward as the team's training camp gets started in Burnaby, B.C., this week. from CBC | NBA News http://ift.tt/2de1vYt
Hidden stash of cash helped Cavaliers win NBA championship
The reigning NBA champion Cleveland Cavaliers reflected on their success in the final as they embark on a new season. from CBC | NBA News http://ift.tt/2dB1RdS
Blue Jays' Benoit, Travis out with injuries after brawl
The Toronto Blue Jays won't have steady relief pitcher Joaquin Benoit for this week's playoff push and perhaps much longer should they secure a post-season berth. Second baseman Devon Travis is also day
Health Canada regulations on vaping expected this fall
The Liberal government says it plans to introduce legislation later this fall to regulate vaping. Health Canada says the move will balance the need to protect young people from nicotine addiction while allowing
Got kidney stones? This doctor says roller coasters could be the cure
Having kidney stones can be a painful roller coaster ride. But Michigan doctor David Wartinger has just discovered actual roller coaster rides can help treat the condition. from CBC | Health News http://ift.tt/2d1FNr8
How brain-machine connections can help paraplegics move again
Researchers are connecting human brains via computer and have seen one person's brain move another's body. The meeting of mind over machine is a breakthrough that could help paralyzed patients rewire their brains,
Measles eliminated in Americas: WHO
The Americas has become the first region in the world to be free of measles, Pan American Health Organization declares. from CBC | Health News http://ift.tt/2cIXDPP
Genetically modified baby born with DNA from 2 women
A baby boy has been born using a "three parent" technique, researchers report. from CBC | Health News http://ift.tt/2cITUBI
You can punch Martin Shkreli, for a price
Martin Shkreli, the bad boy of the U.S. pharmaceuticals industry due to his jacking up of prescription drug prices, says he'll let someone punch him in the face — for a donation to
Blue Jays host rival O's as AL wild-card race heats up
This week's three-game series between the Blue Jays and visiting Baltimore, starting Tuesday at 7:07 p.m. ET, will have a playoff feel, given its importance to the American League wild-card race. Toronto is
Alberta Children's hospital employee fined for breach of patient information
A Calgary woman who worked in data entry at the Alberta Children's hospital has pleaded guilty to illegally accessing patient files. from CBC | Health News http://ift.tt/2cAvEn6
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