Treatments for Coughs and Colds
Most colds are self-limiting, but knowing when to test, treat, or counsel more thoroughly can help patients feel better—and avoid unnecessary interventions.
Return-to-Office Mandates Stir Legal and Workplace Tensions
Canadian employers are tightening return-to-office policies, prompting friction with employees who have grown accustomed to remote work. While some workers may seek accommodations or legal recourse, employment experts urge caution.
Flossing and Strokes
Regular flossing may help reduce the risk of ischemic and cardioembolic stroke by lowering inflammation and atrial fibrillation risk—independent of brushing or dental visits.
A Thriving But Stressed Workforce: Why Managers Are Burning Out
In a paradoxical trend, Canadian and U.S. employees are both highly engaged and highly stressed—especially middle managers. A new Gallup report reveals the toll of increasing complexity, unclear authority, and lack of mental health supports in the workplace.
A Vaccine for Dementia?
A new Stanford-led study analyzing a natural experiment in Wales found that adults who received the shingles vaccine were 20% less likely to develop dementia over seven years, offering one of the strongest pieces of evidence to date linking vaccines to reduced dementia risk.
More Canadian Employers Are Dropping Job Requirements to Fill Roles
With talent shortages persisting across industries, Canadian employers are increasingly waiving traditional job requirements to attract applicants. From dropping degree requirements to prioritizing soft skills, the hiring landscape is shifting in favour of flexibility and long-term growth.
Workplace Risks for Young Workers Spike with Summer Hiring
As thousands of young British Columbians enter the workforce this summer, WorkSafeBC is urging employers to prioritize training, supervision, and youth safety — with nearly 7,000 young workers injured each year.
Chewing Gum May be Bad for You
A new pilot study reveals chewing gum could be a surprising source of microplastic exposure, releasing hundreds of particles in just minutes.
Why More Workers Fake Sick in the Summer
Many Canadian workers crave better work-life balance in the summer — but a new survey shows that instead of unplugging, they’re faking sick days and logging off in secret to make the most of warmer weather.
Cannabis and Heart Disease
Two new studies suggest that even healthy young cannabis users face significantly higher risks for heart attack and stroke. While causality remains unproven, researchers emphasize that “legal doesn’t mean safe.”