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Congo rebels kill 15, abduct a dozen children in attack at centre of Ebola outbreak
The latest attack comes after two medical agents with the Congolese army were shot dead — the first time health workers have been killed by rebels in this Ebola outbreak. Continue reading
Would you want to know when you’re going to die? An online tool could tell you
Researchers are developing increasingly sophisticated tools to estimate how long someone has to live. Continue reading
Vegan festival feeds Montreal’s ever-growing demand for plant-based food
Thousands attended the fifth edition of Montreal’s Vegan Festival, as 160 companies showcased vegan and vegetarian foods and products. Continue reading
Michigan pharmacist accused of refusing to fill woman’s prescription to complete miscarriage
The woman says she intended to fill a prescription to accelerate the miscarriage and avoid infection, but says the pharmacist refused to provide the medication. Continue reading
Why dentists don’t want you to smoke pot
Smoking marijuana carries many of the same risks for your oral health as smoking tobacco, dentists say. Continue reading
Marijuana use linked to increase risk of strokes: study
New research is being presented at a conference in Montreal today linking recreational cannabis use with an increased risk of stroke. Continue reading
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Put down the pop: Why ginger ale isn’t the cure for upset stomachs
Ginger ale might even make you feel worse, an expert says. Continue reading
Woman’s heartbreaking obituary sheds light on realities of opioid addiction
“We take comfort in knowing that Maddie is surrounded by light, free from the struggle that haunted her.” Continue reading
Cannabis IQ: Everything you need to know about marijuana and your health
Here’s what recent research says about the drug’s effects. Continue reading
New Canadian pregnancy guideline shows exercise cuts odds of major complications by 40%
By Kim Smith Reporter
Women who exercise during pregnancy can expect a 40 per cent reduction in the chance of developing a major pregnancy complication such as pre-eclampsia, gestational hypertension or gestational diabetes. Continue reading
