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Experts: World Alzheimer Report 2024

webfull — Wed, 18 Sep 2024 19:48:58 +0000

A new edition of World Alzheimer Report, to be published Sept. 20, 2024, will take a deep dive into how perceptions of dementia have changed over the past five years. It builds on a 2019 report that found one in four people believed nothing could be done to prevent dementia, while evidence suggests 40 per cent of cases could be delayed or prevented by addressing modifiable risk factors.

Published: 18 September 2024

Expert: A jump in whooping cough cases

webfull — Wed, 04 Sep 2024 16:33:20 +0000

“Whooping cough cases are on the rise in Canada, with some provinces reporting sharp increases compared to pre-pandemic averages. More than 11,670 cases have been reported in Quebec so far this year, a significant jump from the annual average of 562 cases between 2015 and 2019.” (CBC News)

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Published: 4 September 2024

Expert: Canada’s first-ever national oral health survey

webfull — Tue, 03 Sep 2024 14:13:35 +0000

Preliminary results of the Canadian Oral Health Survey (COHS), released August 27, highlight disparities in insurance coverage and indicate dental visits have almost returned to pre-pandemic levels. Residents of Quebec were the least likely to have dental insurance, while Albertans were the most likely. The COHS is Canada’s first-ever national oral health survey. (Statistics Canada)

Published: 3 September 2024

Expert: A potential strike by Air Canada pilots

webfull — Fri, 30 Aug 2024 14:00:49 +0000

“Air Canada is offering passengers who have booked flights around the date of a possible pilot strike next month some increased flexibility in rebooking their travel. The airline says progress has been made in its negotiations and it hopes to reach a deal, but it still faces the possibility of a strike by its 5,400 pilots as early as Sept.

Published: 30 August 2024

Expert: St-Henri triplex collapse

webfull — Wed, 28 Aug 2024 17:48:09 +0000

The exterior wall of a triplex in St-Henri collapsed onto an adjacent construction site Monday afternoon, exposing the inside of the apartments much like a dollhouse. (Montreal Gazette)

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Published: 28 August 2024

Experts: Canada’s two major railways resume service as railroaders return to work

webfull — Mon, 26 Aug 2024 21:00:28 +0000

Trains began to trundle along the tracks of Canada’s two major railways on Monday after the federal labour board ended a four-day work stoppage that snarled supply chains and upended commutes. Amid a bitter labour dispute, the Canada Industrial Relations Board on Saturday ordered Canadian National Railway Co. and Canadian Pacific Kansas City Ltd. to resume operations and 9,300 workers to return to their posts at 12:01 a.m. ahead of binding arbitration set to begin this week. The union has vowed to fight the labour board’s decision in court, framing the outcome as a win for big business.

Published: 26 August 2024

Expert: How does public opinion impact Montreal's major transit projects?

webfull — Fri, 23 Aug 2024 19:05:04 +0000

A recent study of 3884 people reveals differing public opinions on Montr

Published: 23 August 2024

Expert: Discovery of new Earth-like planet could shed light on what makes a planet habitable

webfull — Mon, 05 Aug 2024 18:41:19 +0000

In an exciting breakthrough for astronomy and the search for extraterrestrial life, a team of international scientists, including key support from UUֱ�� researchers, has announced the discovery of Gliese 12 b, a temperate, Earth-sized exoplanet just 40 light-years away — a relatively neighbourly 378 trillion kilometres from earth. (The Conversation)

Published: 5 August 2024

Expert: 5 reasons why Canada should consider moving to a  4-day work week

webfull — Wed, 31 Jul 2024 20:34:36 +0000

Nine out of 10 Canadians are interested in a four-day work week, according to a recent survey, making it their most desirable benefit ahead of health care, flexible scheduling and additional vacation days.

Published: 31 July 2024

Experts: 2024 Paris Olympics

webfull — Mon, 22 Jul 2024 15:03:29 +0000

The 2024 Paris Olympics, held from July 26 to August 11, will mark the third time Paris has hosted the Summer Games. Featuring sports like baseball, softball, and debuting breakdancing, the event emphasizes sustainability and innovation. Iconic landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower and the Champs-Élysées will be sites for celebrating sports, culture, and environmental consciousness.

Published: 22 July 2024