Canadian researchers are testing a new technology that could be widely used for early detection of Alzheimer’s disease which causes problems with memory, thinking and behaviour. Current tests involve PET scans or spinal taps. But a new technology has been… »
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Last Chance Tourism
See the glaciers before they’re gone, watch the whales or gorillas, or elephants before they are no more, see the Great Barrier Reef before it dies off, visit the Amazon before development eliminates the jungle; This type of thing is… »
People unfamiliar, uncomfortable with schizophrenia: poll
A new public opinion poll suggests that people living in the province of Ontario don’t understand schizophrenia and the people who live with this serious mental disorder. The poll by Ipsos found that 57 per cent of respondents mistakenly believe… »
Economy, Environment & Animal Life, International, Society
Where have all the tuna gone?
We love tuna. In sushi, in tins at the store, or fresh examples at the fishmongers. But in just a few years time we could be asking that opening question as global fishing of the species continues unabated. A new… »
Doctor worries ‘birth tourism’ strains health resources
There is an increasing number of foreign nationals coming to Canada to have their babies here, thus ensuring the infants get Canadian citizenship and access to social services like health and education. Unlike Canada, most countries do not accord citizenship… »
Arts & Entertainment, International, Society, Sports
Hockey- the human cost of fighting
The National Hockey League regular season games begin today. When it comes to hockey, arguably Canada’s favourite sport, the funny saying goes, “I went to see the fights and a hockey game broke out”. Many ardently believe the deliberately hard… »
Health, Internet, Science & Technology, Society
Red meat findings: don’t lose faith in science
After years of being warned to limit consumption of red and processed meats, people were confounded by a new study that says there is no evidence that eating reasonable amounts is harmful. Researchers looked at the many existing studies on… »
‘Make a vote date’ to boost turnout, urge celebrities
Several celebrities are exhorting Canadians to make a vote date to encourage non-voters to cast their ballots. It’s a unique initiative launched by the non-profit VoteParty.ca. The message is in a series of videos that will be shown in Cineplex… »
Economy, Health, International
World’s biggest fast food chain makes a ‘veggie’ move
McDonald’s with some 35,000 outlets around the world, has made a somewhat surprising announcement. Known as the world’s largest meat-based hamburger chain, they’ve joined the movement towards plant-based products with a plan to introduce its own “non-meat” burger in North… »
Indigenous vote could have significant weight
Public opinion polls suggest Canadians may elect a minority government on October 21, 2019 and that could leave the Indigenous vote with “significant” influence in the new government. This is the opinion of Rebecca Major, an assistant professor of political… »
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