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Robot helps children walk as part of pilot project at Calgary schools

Robotic walking device will support students with neurodevelopmental disabilities. A University of Calgary project is exploring the use of robot-assisted walking devices called Trexos. The project’s director says such devices … READ MORE

Canada has most measles cases on the continent as infections up exponentially over 2024: Pan American Health Organization

Warning signage for suspected cases of measles is seen outside the main entrance of Woodstock General Hospital in Woodstock, Ont., Thursday, May 22, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nicole Osborne Hannah Alberga, The Canadian Press Aug 15, … READ MORE

New app makes cerebral palsy screening more accessible, paving the way for early diagnosis

The Baby Moves VIEW app allows parents to film their baby’s movements at home and safely send the recording to assessors for review. University of Melbourne University of Melbourne, 8 September 2025 A smart-phone app, developed by … READ MORE

Issues with rollout of federal disability benefit a ‘slap in the face’ for some recipients

Eligible recipients describe payment delays, miscalculated amounts. Some Canadians with disabilities are frustrated by the way the Canada Disability Benefit is being administered. Igor Rodrigues photo, Unsplash CBC News Ottawa … READ MORE

‘We will see more spread’: Parents advised on measles protection as kids head back to school

As of Wednesday, Alberta has reported 1,826 cases since March, with no current active cases. Students head in for the first day of classes at Queen Elizabeth School in Calgary on Tuesday. PHOTO BY GAVIN YOUNG/Postmedia Network By … READ MORE

Manitoba reports 10 new measles cases, warns of 2 recent exposure sites

Cases confirmed Aug. 16-23, with new exposure sites reported in southern Manitoba. The number of measles cases reported in Manitoba so far this year has risen to 187 confirmed and 11 probable cases. CBC CBC News, August 27, 2025 Ten … READ MORE

Measles cases extend beyond Alberta, Ontario, hotspot map shows

Measles complications like pneumonia a concern for doctors in many provinces. The spread of measles both between provinces and within is keeping doctors and health officials across much of Canada on their toes. Turgut Yeter/CBC Amina … READ MORE

Reactive-dynamic AFOs demonstrate gait, comfort benefits

A study published in the Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics evaluates the effectiveness of ankle-foot orthoses for patients with neurological conditions causing muscle weakness. WalkOn® Family of AFOs. Ottobock Researchers found … READ MORE

Addressing fear in Alberta’s Mennonite community amid a measles outbreak

Past experiences have led to health-care hesitancy for many Low German-speaking Mennonites. Tina Meggison, right, and Nely Penner, community health reps for the Low German Mennonite community in southern Alberta, are seen with signs … READ MORE

Vaccination, immunity and records: Your questions on measles, answered

Over 3,700 people so far have been infected with measles across Canada in 2025 — and that number is climbing. The Public Health Agency of Canada is strongly advising everyone in Canada to check that they’re fully immunized … READ MORE

AHS issues public alert for potential measles exposure in Edmonton region

Infectious individual visited 2 locations in Nisku, 1 in Edmonton in July. AHS said an individual with measles visited two locations in Nisku and a restaurant in south Edmonton at the end of July. David Bajer/CBC Cameron MacCuish, CBC … READ MORE

Powwow special to honour children with disabilities made them all winners

‘It was so beautiful,’ mother of disabled child says. Emory Rabbitskin, centre, poses with parents Tina and Eugene at the Big River First Nation powwow held on July 24. Darla Ponace/CBC Darla Ponace, CBC News Saskatchewan … READ MORE

Measles spread ‘like wildfire’ among unvaccinated children in northeast B.C., health officer says

10 hospitalized in B.C., the majority children, as health officials hope spread of virus has peaked. B.C.’s deputy provincial health officer, Dr. Martin Lavoie, says the majority of measles cases reported in B.C. this year have … READ MORE

Resurgence of old diseases on agenda for global nursing conference in Calgary

Measles comeback in Alberta part of wider trend that public health nurses aim to tackle. Case counts in 2025 continue to climb. There were 1,574 cases as of July 28, 2025. CBC Robson Fletcher, CBC News Calgary July 28, 2025 As Alberta … READ MORE

Doctors brace for potential measles surge in Calgary as Alberta’s outbreaks drag on

44 cases reported in Calgary zone so far this year. Dr. Tania Principi is a pediatric ER physician and associate clinical professor at the University of Calgary’s Cumming School of Medicine. Tania Principi Jennifer Lee, CBC News … READ MORE

Measles exposure alert issued for Alberta Children’s Hospital emergency room

If you develop symptoms, call the measles hotline before going to a hospital, doctor’s office or pharmacy A measles exposure alert has been issued for the emergency department at the Alberta Children’s Hospital. Ose Irete … READ MORE

Albertans wanted for new national survey on state of primary care

OurCare researchers look to gauge patient experience in each province, territory. OurCare is hoping to hear from more than 10,000 Canadians for a new national survey. This follows an earlier project during which researchers did not … READ MORE

Opinion: In Alberta’s grab for federal cash, Albertans with disabilities pay the price

Disability advocates, allies, and organizations gather in Edmonton outside the Alberta legislature for the Act NOW Rally on May 6, 2025, calling for urgent action on accessibility legislation, income support reform, and meaningful … READ MORE

Some Alberta hospitals triaging probable measles patients in vehicles

Former CMOH concerned that outbreaks could cost Canada its measles-free status. Public health teams are working to boost immunization rates in outbreak areas, including the town of Two Hills. Rafferty Baker CBC Andrea Huncar, CBC News … READ MORE

Keep babies, high risk Albertans away from Stampede due to measles, doctors caution

1.3 million visitors expected at Stampede as Alberta outbreaks continue to grow. Calgary Stampede organizers are expecting more than 1.3 million visitors this year. At the same time, Alberta is battling its worst measles outbreaks in … READ MORE

Not all Alberta babies are eligible for early measles shot, worrying Calgary mom

The province says early vaccination is reserved for areas with widespread transmission Shanaya von Scheel was told her seven-month-old son was not eligible for an early measles vaccine dose because they live in Calgary. Early and … READ MORE

Vaccination rates are slipping around the world. Canada isn’t immune, says new study

In some countries, the decline is driven by conflict; in others, by vaccine hesitancy. For decades, health authorities made huge strides in vaccinating children against preventable diseases. But since 2010, progress has stalled, and … READ MORE

Hospital-based decision making raises privatization fears, hope for efficiencies

Premier Danielle Smith promised to shift who makes hiring and purchasing choices. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says health facilities will soon have more local decision making power. Critics question what that means, and how it will … READ MORE

Measles ‘out of control,’ experts warn, as Alberta case counts surpass 1,000

Alberta has reported 1,020 measles cases since the outbreaks began in March. Dr. Karina Top is a professor of pediatrics at the University of Alberta and pediatric infectious disease physician at the Stollery Children’s … READ MORE

Breakup of Alberta health ministry will create confusion, doctors and nurses say

Spokesperson for the province says ministerial changes won’t affect patients, public servants. Former health minister Adriana LaGrange was named minister in charge of primary and preventative health services in last week’s … READ MORE

Alberta’s measles outbreaks are now the worst in nearly half a century

868 measles cases have now been reported since the outbreaks began in March. Alberta’s measles case count jumped to 868 on Thursday. The last time case counts were higher was in 1979. Alissa Eckert/CDC Jennifer Lee, CBC News … READ MORE

With 710 measles cases now confirmed in Alberta, this marks the worst year since 1986

Disease continues to spread, primarily in kids and teens outside major cities. Of measles cases this year where the patient’s immunization status is known, 91% have been in individuals who never received a measles vaccine. … READ MORE

Alberta’s disability advocate calling on provincial government to create accessibility law

2023 report recommended all-encompassing accessibility legislation. Alberta is one of the last Canadian provinces to pass accessibility legislation. Ben Nelms CBC Michelle Bellefontaine, CBC News Edmonton, April 20, 2025 … READ MORE

Alberta to claw back federal disability benefit from AISH recipients

Minister of Seniors, Community and Social Services says AISH benefits highest in Canada. Jason Nixon, Minister of Seniors, Community and Social Services, says Alberta plans to reduce AISH payments by $200, the monthly amount for a new … READ MORE

Health care students and clinicians support integrated care education

Integrated care—a coordinated approach that addresses patients’ physical, mental and social health needs—has been shown to improve patient outcomes, reduce health care costs and address health disparities. Darko Stojanovic … READ MORE

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