Black communities in Canada face significant barriers to accessing mental health services, including high costs, negative past experiences with bias, and a lack of culturally representative mental health professionals. Recognizing […]
By Kingsley Gilliam An open letter to Premier Doug ford Dear Premier Ford: Re: Ontario Mayors’ request to force people into addiction and mental health treatment. I am writing in […]
A new Statistics Canada report highlights significant health disparities between Black Canadians and their white counterparts. Analyzing data from Canadian citizens and permanent residents aged 19 and older from the […]
By Lincoln DePradine The Ontario government has an ambitious plan of connecting everyone living in the province to a doctor, nurse and other primary healthcare providers. The government, through health […]
By Lincoln DePradine Caribbean countries, now being assisted by Canadians in rebuilding their economies and infrastructure from the ravages wrought by Hurricane Beryl, could have received more help with a […]
Finding the right medication for individuals suffering from depression often involves a lengthy trial-and-error process that can exacerbate symptoms over months or even years. However, a new study published in […]
The Black community in Ottawa highlights a pressing need for ethnically diverse blood donations in Canada. However, a lingering hesitancy exists within the community due to past experiences of being […]
After a decade of delighting audiences with her unique brand of Jamaican comedy, the beloved Delcita, portrayed by actress Andrea “Delcita” Wright, is back and better than ever. This time, […]
As temperatures soar and schools break for summer, children across the country are embracing outdoor activities amidst a blistering heat wave. Yet, with the scorching conditions posing significant health […]
A recent study has raised concerns over the safety of xylitol, a popular low-calorie sweetener found in numerous reduced-sugar products such as gum and toothpaste. According to the study, published […]