Denmark reports cases of bluetongue disease that can be fatal to sheep but is harmless to humans

Denmark reports cases of bluetongue disease that can be fatal to sheep but is harmless to humans

Denmark has reported cases of bluetongue in the country’s east, a non-contagious, insect-borne viral disease that is harmless to humans but can be fatal for so-called ruminant animals — mainly sheep but also cows and goats COPENHAGEN, Denmark — Denmark reported Tuesday cases of bluetongue in the country’s east, a non-contagious, insect-borne viral disease that … Read more

What to know about delta-8 and other common vape shop drugs

What to know about delta-8 and other common vape shop drugs

They’re sold in gas stations, vape shops, online and in other stores around the country in seemingly countless enticing forms: gummies, chocolate bars, chips. Their packaging lists things like delta-8 THC, micro- and macrodoses of “psychedelics” and “nootropics.” These substances are often sold through legal loopholes, despite concerns about potential health risks and a lack … Read more

She’s one of many ‘desperate’ Canadians seeking endometriosis help abroad. Why they must be careful

She’s one of many ‘desperate’ Canadians seeking endometriosis help abroad. Why they must be careful

1:04 She’s one of many ‘desperate’ Canadians seeking endometriosis help abroad. Why they must be careful Global News had heard from dozens of women across Canada about the struggle to access care for endometriosis, several of whom are now seeking or have sought help outside of Canada. This is Part 2 of a three-part series … Read more

In Catholic Paraguay’s 1st sex ed program, condoms can’t be trusted, love is forever, boys don’t cry

In Catholic Paraguay’s 1st sex ed program, condoms can’t be trusted, love is forever, boys don’t cry

ASUNCIÓN, Paraguay — Ahead of her 15th birthday, Diana Zalazar’s body had gotten so big she could no longer squeeze into the dress she bought for her quinceañera to celebrate her passage into womanhood in Paraguay. Her mother sought help from a doctor, who suspected that growing inside of the 14-year-old Catholic choir girl could … Read more

Q&A: Ian McKellen is his own harshest critic as he discusses his stage fall and new thriller

Q&A: Ian McKellen is his own harshest critic as he discusses his stage fall and new thriller

LONDON — LONDON (AP) — Ian McKellen is listening to his inner critic. It’s beating him up for not finishing out his latest theater role after he fell off the stage during a June performance of “Player Kings” and spent three nights in the hospital. “Emotionally, I feel guilty and ashamed, you know, quite irrational … Read more

Q&A: Ian McKellen is his own harshest critic as he discusses his stage fall and new thriller

Q&A: Ian McKellen is his own harshest critic as he discusses his stage fall and new thriller

LONDON — LONDON (AP) — Ian McKellen is listening to his inner critic. It’s beating him up for not finishing out his latest theater role after he fell off the stage during a June performance of “Player Kings” and spent three nights in the hospital. “Emotionally, I feel guilty and ashamed, you know, quite irrational … Read more

Federal health spending has outpaced provinces, analysis finds

Federal health spending has outpaced provinces, analysis finds

Despite castigation from provincial premiers over lagging federal contributions to health spending, an analysis of 20 years of health funding data shows that federal transfers have mostly outpaced increases to provincial health budgets. In 2023, federal health transfers amounted to $47.1 billion, a 212 per cent increase over 2005, when the transfers were $15.1 billion. … Read more

People who use wooden spoons issued warning over illness risks

People who use wooden spoons issued warning over illness risks

Four kitchen items experts are warning of (Image: Getty) A health alert has been announced for those who frequently use and prepare food with certain everyday kitchen tools. It comes as a reminder for individuals to think about upgrading to newer models if their current ones are outdated and worn out as there are potential … Read more