As wildfire season approaches, Environment and Climate Change Canada urges everyone to stay informed about air pollution levels by checking the Air Quality Health Index (AQHI). This tool helps you understand the air quality in your area on a scale from 1 to 10+, with 1-3 indicating low risk, 4-6 moderate, 7-10 high, and above 10 very high risk.
Ontario health officials reported the province's first measles-related child fatality in over ten years, emphasizing the critical need for high vaccination rates. An unvaccinated child under five succumbed to the disease, highlighting its ongoing threat, as noted by epidemiologist Dr. Christopher Labos.
Ontario government withheld projections of nursing and PSW shortages, only revealed after an FOI request. Unions weren't surprised, criticizing the government's secrecy and lack of action to address the workforce crisis. Government's reluctance to disclose hints at a failure to prioritize healthcare staffing issues.
A recent study forecasts a decrease in cancer rates and fatalities in Canada, indicating success in prevention and early detection efforts. Lead author Darren Brenner from the University of Calgary highlights progress but underscores the need for further interventions to enhance survival rates. Published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal, the study predicts 2024 cancer statistics.
Breast cancer screening participation has dropped, with only 54.7% of eligible women in Ontario screened between 2020-2021. To improve this, Toronto’s Linda Lifetech is trialing a contactless detection tool at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, aiming to make screenings more comfortable and accessible.
At least 192 individuals died from toxic drugs in B.C. in March, marking an 11% decrease from March 2024. 572 deaths occurred so far in 2024, predominantly among ages 30-59. Minister Jennifer Whiteside emphasizes the urgency of responding to this crisis, which has claimed over 14,400 lives since 2016.
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