Mental Health Disorders

• People in B.C. will soon have access to new and expanded mental care teams support

  According to the Ministry of Mental Health, 20 per cent of interactions with police in B.C. involved someone with a mental health disorder.

  Health

  Apr 11, 2022
  
• Hospitalizations for youth mental health concerns steady in Manitoba, says new data

  Manitoba has one of the lowest rates of hospitalization for youth mental health concerns in Canada, according to a new report.

  Health

  May 6, 2019
  
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• Do your eyes twitch often? It could be a symptom of a mental health issue

  The twitching is most common around the eyes, experts say.

  Health

  Sep 27, 2018
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• Cats do not cause mental health problems, study says

  Researchers are refuting previous studies linking cat ownership to the development of psychotic symptoms, but still warn of other possible associated dangers.

  Health

  Feb 22, 2017
• Canadian military members more likely to attempt suicide – and get help: study

  A new study from the University of Manitoba has found members of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) are more likely to attempt suicide than the general population.

  Canada

  May 25, 2016
• Syrian refugees coming to N.S. expected to have health issues

  Doctors in Nova Scotia are planning and preparing to treat the health needs of Syrian refugees coming to the province.

  Health

  Nov 25, 2015