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Medicaid enrollees fear losing health coverage if Congress enacts work requirements
It took Crystal Strickland years to qualify for Medicaid, which she needs for a heart condition. Strickland, who's unable to work due to her condition, chafed when she learned that the U.S.
Jun 14, 2025 8:30 PM
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Alberta premier defends charging most Albertans for COVID-19 vaccines
EDMONTON — Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says her government’s new policy forcing many Albertans to pay out of pocket for a COVID-19 vaccination is about focusing on those who need it the most.
Jun 14, 2025 7:44 PM
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Dollarama-sold Oracare Baby Brush toothbrush recalled for choking hazard
Health Canada has recalled a baby toothbrush sold in Dollarama stores across the country due to a possible choking hazard.
Jun 14, 2025 4:05 PM
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Health authority issues warning as measles circulates in northeastern B.C. community
FORT ST. JOHN — A health authority in northern British Columbia says measles is officially circulating in a remote community in the province's northeast.
Jun 14, 2025 2:21 PM
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'Gas station heroin' is technically illegal and widely available. Here are the facts
WASHINGTON (AP) — Health officials want you to think twice before buying one of those brightly colored little bottles often sold at gas stations, convenience stores and smoke shops.
Jun 14, 2025 12:23 PM
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Trump administration gives personal data of immigrant Medicaid enrollees to deportation officials
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump's administration this week provided deportation officials with personal data -- including the immigration status -- on millions of Medicaid enrollees, a move that could make it easier to locate people as part
Jun 14, 2025 10:53 AM
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Alberta government to start charging residents for COVID-19 shots this fall
EDMONTON — Alberta's government announced Friday residents who are not immunocompromised or on social programs will soon have to pay to get the COVID-19 vaccine.
Jun 13, 2025 10:39 PM
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Health screening task force to relaunch next spring after report calls for reform
OTTAWA — The health minister is hoping to relaunch a federal task force responsible for providing health screening guidelines next spring, after an expert report said there is a pressing need for reform.
Jun 13, 2025 5:43 PM
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Home owned by family of UBC and Vancouver Coastal Health embezzler up for sale
NORTH VANCOUVER — A real estate listing for a $2 million property in North Vancouver says the home has been excellently maintained and is on an attractive street, but what the description doesn't say is it's a forced sale involving an embezzler and a
Jun 13, 2025 5:02 PM
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Canada's top doctor Theresa Tam leaving position when term ends June 20
TORONTO — As Dr. Theresa Tam prepares to leave her position next week, Canada's top doctor says it's more important than ever for Canada to stand up for science and combat disinformation.
Jun 13, 2025 2:43 PM
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