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The Ministry of Health has launched a 30-day consultation on allowing the sale and use of certain devices that function as hearing aids, without a prescription. 10/10/2026

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An Ontario couple who disembarked from the remote South Atlantic island of St. Helena are isolating in Grey Bruce. A third who may have been exposed on a flight is in Peel Region. 10/10/2026

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Your skeleton has a lot of moving parts, jobs and abilities! 10/09/2026

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Vaccination gaps and increased population movement could facilitate further transmission, underscoring the need for stronger vaccination and surveillance effortsWashington, D.C., 9 October 2026 (PAHO) — With several religious mass gatherings in South America expected to increase national and international travel across the Americas in the… 10/10/2026

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Ahead of World Mental Health Day, the World Health Organization (WHO) has released a new guide to support countries in shifting away from institutionalized mental health care models focused on long-term stays in psychiatric hospitals towards person-centred care in the community that respect people’s rights and choices. 10/09/2026

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Ear drops and ear flushing can help, but avoid cotton swabs and ear candling, which can cause serious injuries 10/09/2026

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This modern twist on a traditional sauna may help support heart health, soothe sore muscles, manage pain and more 10/09/2026

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The World Health Organization (WHO) and partners today launched a new global roadmap to tackle hypertensive disorders of pregnancy, including pre-eclampsia, which affect millions of women every year. These disorders remain among the leading causes of death and serious illness for pregnant women and their babies, with tragic long-term impact on their families. 10/08/2026

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Mood stabilizers promote long-term mood stability, while antipsychotic medications work faster to manage acute episodes 10/08/2026

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That unnerving sense that something terrible is about to happen can be a sign of serious distress — trust your gut 10/08/2026

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The World Health Organization (WHO) today released its first guidelines addressing the sharp rise in obesity among children and adolescents, setting out how health systems and health workers can deliver timely, evidence-based and people-centred care. 10/07/2026

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More than 185 million people live with mental health conditions in the Americas. Addressing the challenge requires action beyond the health sector.Washington, D.C., 6 October 2026 (PAHO) – The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) and the Organization of American States (OAS) are marking Inter-American Mental Health Week 2026 (October 5–9) with… 10/06/2026

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Washington, D.C., 6 October 2026 (PAHO) – Countries in the Americas have made progress in policies, health services and monitoring to support healthy aging, but gaps in financing, implementation and long-term care remain, according to regional findings from the 2026 midterm review of the United Nations Decade of Healthy Aging (2021–2030).The… 10/06/2026

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Health authorities approved new regional strategies to strengthen preparedness for health emergencies, tackle antimicrobial resistance, curb dengue and other arboviral diseases, and improve food safety, while advancing access to vaccines, medicines and other essential health technologies across the Americas.Washington, D.C., 2 October 2026 (PAHO… 10/02/2026

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The Organization will support improvements in health technologies and critical infrastructure, while providing technical cooperation to support Grenada's efforts to review and modernize key public health laws.Washington, D.C., 1 October 2026 (PAHO) – The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) and the Government of Grenada have signed new… 10/02/2026

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Heat-related illness at mass gatherings, such as major sporting, religious and cultural events, has become a significant public health and operational risk, affecting spectators, attendees, volunteers and workers. The World Health Organization (WHO) has today published a new review of evidence with guidance showing that most of the heat-related illnesses at major events can be prevented or treated on site when timely risk management measures are put in place. 09/30/2026

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Cholera deaths increased by 30% in 2025, despite fewer cases being reported to the World Health Organization (WHO). 09/29/2026

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