Walk4Pizza was cited for a number of items, including failing to protect food from contamination or adulteration, according to the inspection report
Newmarket restaurant Walk4Pizza was ordered to temporarily close by York Region Public Health following an inspection last week.
An inspection at the restaurant at 6-350 Davis Dr. found a number of items not in compliance on March 10.
According to the inspection report from public health, it failed to protect food from contamination or adulteration, failed to keep equipment surfaces clean as necessary, failed to ensure a certified food handler was present at all times, and was not…
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Fixing the family doctor shortage in Canada
Whether you have a family doctor or you’re looking for one, chances are you have had to endure long wait times to see them or find them.
Last year, the Angus Reid Institute reported there were six million Canadians without a family doctor, and a third of them said they had been searching for more than a year.
And even for those who are part of the lucky group who has one, their wait time probably ranges from days to weeks to get an appointment.
Danielle Martin, a family physician and chair of the department of family and community medicine…
Judge holds Washington state in contempt for not providing services to mentally ill people in jails
A federal judge has found Washington state in contempt and ordered it to pay more than $100 million in fines for failing to provide timely psychiatric services to mentally ill people who are forced to wait in jails for weeks or months.
[–In her order released late Friday, U.S. District Judge Marsha Pechman said the Washington Department of Social and Health Services has been violating the constitutional rights of these people since 2015 due to a “lack of foresight, creativity, planning and timely response to a crisis of its own making.”
[–The ruling stems from a federal lawsuit…
Health minister in discussions with Providence Health over MAID policy
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Providence Health’s policy says it doesn’t allow MAID in its facilities, “given the incompatibility of Catholic teaching with actions intended to terminate human life”
Published July 04, 2023 • Last updated 1 day ago • 3 minute read
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BC’s health minister is pushing a Catholic health organization to change a policy that bars medically assisted dying in its facilities.
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Kids Help Phone seeking help from AI
Kids Help Phone says it’s turning to artificial intelligence to help respond to the “enormous need” as more and more young people reach out for mental health help and support.
“Young people are changing fast and technology is changing faster,” said Michael Cole, senior vice-president and chief information officer for Kids Help Phone.
The helpline is partnering with the Toronto-based Vector Institute, which bills itself as a consultant for organizations, businesses and governments to develop and adopt “responsible” AI programs.
The planned AI will be able to recognize key words and speech patterns from young people who reach out to…
Two Davis County Sheriff’s deputies killed in South Weber motorcycle crash
The deputies were trying to turn when the motorcycle they collided with a pickup truck, a spokesperson said.
(Davis County Sheriff’s Office) Corporal Steven Lewis, 54, and Deputy Jennifer Turner, 39, were killed Monday when their motorcycle crashed into a pickup truck in South Weber.
| July 4, 2023, 6:14 pm
Two Davis County deputies were killed Monday when their motorcycle crashed into a pickup truck in South Weber, according to a news release from the Sheriff’s Office.
Corporal Steven Lewis, 54, and Deputy Jennifer Turner, 39, had difficulty negotiating a turn when the motorcycle they were on collided with…
Fox News taps Jesse Watters to succeed ousted host Tucker Carlson in key prime-time hour
Jesse Watters, a Fox News host who rose from production assistant to one of the conservative cable network’s biggest stars, will take over the 8 pm programming time slot vacated by Tucker Carlson, the company announced Monday.
In a statement, Fox News confirmed other changes for the network’s prime-time lineup: Laura Ingraham’s show will kick off evenings at 7 pm ET, Sean Hannity will remain in the 9 pm ET slot and Greg Gutfeld’s late-night broadcast will move to 10 pm ET.
“Fox News Channel has been America’s destination for news and analysis for more than 21 years and we…
Strategies to stay hydrated this summer
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As summer-like temperatures climb, and the beaches and parks Beckon, it’s important to stay hydrated. Proper hydration helps regulate the body’s temperature, supports brain function and mood and keeps our bodies and digestion moving.
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Experts recommend imbibing eight glasses of water per day to stay hydrated from sweat loss in the heat. While we can get our watery fill from fruits and vegetables, another way is to simply keep water at hand. From stylish kiddie cups to countertop appliances and deliciously nutritious drinks, I’ve rounded up ways to beat the heat and stay hydrated and healthy.…