Health News Archives

Mar. 27 - Anti-bacterial agent deemed toxic

The federal government is set to announce that triclosan, found in many toothpastes and soaps, is toxic to the environment.

Mar. 21 - Minors banned from tanning salons

British Columbia is the second province in Canada to ban use of commerical tanning beds in youth under 18 in order to prevent skin cancer.

Mar. 16 - Drug-risk website aimed at consumers

A couple whose son committed suicide have helped create a site that focuses on the dangerous side-effects of certain  prescription drugs.   

Mar. 8 - Why is dental surgery for preschoolers on the rise?

Find out why tooth decay is the most common childhood disease in Canada.

Mar. 5 - Young children who snore at greater risk of behavioural problems: Study

A study of more than 11,000 children followed over 6 years has found that young children who snore or show other signs of "sleep-disordered breathing" are significantly more likely to develop behavioural and emotional problems when they're older.