When we talk about mental health in Canada, the general numbers often hide a much deeper crisis. National data shows that roughly 26% of all Canadian youth rate their mental health as “fair” or “poor”. However, for Black youth, this reality is significantly more severe. According to a recent...

Nearly half of Parkinson’s diagnoses are women, yet their care, support and research...

In a groundbreaking achievement for cardiac care, London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) has...

Artificial intelligence is rapidly moving from pilot projects to enterprise-wide deployment in health...

It’s normal to want quick relief when you’re sick fighting an infection. Antibiotics seem like a good fix, but using them too often or for the wrong reason has created a serious problem. Some infections have become stronger and no longer respond to treatment.  Some people call them “superbugs.” They’re...

HN Summary • Burnout is driven by sustained system pressures, emotional labour and chronic overload...

HN Summary • Innovative, non-invasive heart treatment: Hamilton Health Sciences is among a small number...

How do health care professionals in Canada assess applicants for medical assistance in dying...

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a top global health threat, with the World Health Organization...

Over 830,000 Canadians have iron deficiency anemia (IDA),1 the most common cause of anemia.2     “Iron deficiency anemia is a global health issue with...

HN Summary • Sinai Health researchers have shown a simple blood test can predict Crohn’s disease years before symptoms appear, enabling earlier diagnosis and potential prevention. • The test detects an immune response to flagellin, a gut bacteria protein, which appears long before Crohn’s develops and may play a role in triggering the disease. • Findings from the GEM Project, published in Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology, highlight new opportunities for early intervention...

A new Ontario-based study has found a significant rise in prescriptions for stimulant medications used to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), particularly among adults and...

HN Summary • Many health-care professionals struggle to feel restored, even during time off, due to prolonged stress and hypervigilance. • Rest involves more than sleep and may require mental, emotional, sensory and social recovery. • Relearning how to rest is essential for sustaining resilience and capacity...

2026 - Celebrating Canada’s Nurses and Their Contributions! Along with having their story published, Hospital...

The Nurse Practitioners’ Association of Ontario (NPAO) welcomes findings from the 2025 OurCare National...

At CNO, we believe that just as every patient deserves access to safe and...

Nicholas Fox, Trillium Health Partners I am privileged to nominate Nicholas Fox for his...

HN Summary • New research shows a home-based strength and balance exercise program can significantly reduce falls in older adults with a history of falls,...

In care facilities and serviced apartments quick help in an emergency counts. Modern home emergency call systems support care staff. Older buildings, however, often lack the necessary infrastructure for such call systems. IQfy installed a home emergency call system in all rooms in an...

Prototypes of smartwatches and rings are driving forward advances in wearable technology that instantly alert emergency personnel. A pioneering study led by Vancouver Coastal Health...