Health minister in discussions with Providence Health over MAID policy

Breadcrumb Trail Links News Local News 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 Sam O’Neill, who died days before her 35th birthday, was in hospital with her dog, Jack, and a friend’s dog, Bella. jpg Article content BC’s health minister is pushing a Catholic health organization to change a policy that bars medically assisted dying in its facilities. Advertisements 2 This advertisement has not been loaded yet, but your…

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

Article content 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. Article content 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.…

Study reveals that wine consumption has an inverse relationship to cardiovascular mortality

In a recent study published in the Nutrients Journal, researchers aimed to understand the association between wine consumption and cardiovascular mortality, cardiovascular disease (CVD), and coronary heart disease (CHD). The researchers performed a systematic review and meta-analysis using longitudinal studies, including cohort and case-control studies retrieved from multiple databases, which they searched from their inception to March 2023. Study: Association between Wine Consumption with Cardiovascular Disease and Cardiovascular Mortality: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Image Credit: Alefat/Shutterstock.com background Cardiovascular diseases account for a high proportion of deaths on a global scale, with CVD-related deaths surging to nearly 18 million in…

How vulnerable is your neighborhood to excessive heat?

Extreme heat has a way of exposing society’s vulnerabilities. And as extreme heat events become more frequent in the United States, data shows that the poorest Americans will be most at risk. People living in the largest, most densely populated metropolitan cities and those living in the most remote, rural parts of the country face similarly high risks during severe heat waves, an NBC News analysis of US Census Bureau and US Department of Agriculture data found. But while the risks are high, the reasons often differ. Use this interactive map to explore the country and see how vulnerable the…

Montreal public health department probing multiple sicknesses at McGill

Article content Montreal’s public health department has opened an investigation after reports of dozens of people falling sick during a computer science conference at McGill University held last week. Article content “I can confirm that our department has started an investigation, after we received a report about the incidents this morning,” spokesman Jean-Nicolas Aubé said Tuesday. He added that Montreal’s food inspection agency is also looking into the incident. He said no further details were available because the investigation had just begun. Article content La Presse reported Tuesday morning that numerous people spoke of suffering from severe diarrhea, vomiting and…