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B.C. man describes terror, isolation after prescription ADHD medication led to arrest in GeorgiaSimon Rovensky spent nearly two months in Gldani Prison before being released after his family raised tens of thousands of dollars to cover a fine and other costs.CrimeJul 17
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Tiger Woods’ prescription drug records can be used in DUI case, judge saysThe news comes a month after prosecutors were seeking all records connected to Tiger Woods' prescription medications, including warnings that may caution against driving.TrendingMay 12
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Aaron Carter’s family reaches settlement in wrongful death lawsuitAaron Carter died on Nov. 5, 2022, in an accidental drowning in his bathtub after taking prescription pills and inhaling gas used in spray cleaners, a coroner's report found.EntertainmentMay 15
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New Brunswick vows improvements to virtual care after criticism of new providerJohn Dornan says the volume of renewal requests was much higher than anticipated because the previous provider didn't share that data with the province.HealthJul 15
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Court restricts U.S. abortion access, blocks mailing of mifepristone pillA panel of the New Orleans-based 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals is requiring that prescriptions of the abortion pill be distributed only in-person at clinics.HealthMay 1
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Ontario considers allowing over-the-counter hearing aidsThe Ministry of Health has launched a 30-day consultation on allowing the sale and use of certain devices that function as hearing aids, without a prescription.HealthApr 28
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Quebec proposes tighter controls on Benadryl after teen’s 2023 deathThe measure was recommended by a Quebec coroner last year following the overdose death of an 18-year-old.HealthJul 7
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Manitoba wildfire forces mandatory evacuation of Lynn LakeA mandatory evacuation has been ordered for Lynn Lake as a rapidly advancing wildfire threatens the community. Residents and visitors have been told to leave immediately.WeatherJun 27
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Florida’s West Palm Beach airport is now named after Donald TrumpThe renaming of the airport, which is minutes from Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort in West Palm Beach, was projected to cost upwards of US$5.5 million.TrendingJul 9
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Pete Hegseth announces policy to test U.S. troops’ testosterone levelsThe move comes as other Trump administration officials have begun advocating for men to have easier access to testosterone replacement therapies.TrendingJul 16
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How some medications and alcohol can make a heat wave riskier for youMedications and heat can interact, leading to potentially severe side effects, the U.S. Centre for Disease Control (CDC) warns on its website.HealthJul 14
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Tiger Woods’ prescription drug records sought by Florida prosecutors after DUI arrestProsecutors said they intend to issue a subpoena seeking copies of Woods' prescription records on file at a pharmacy in Florida.TrendingApr 9
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‘I’m very sorry’: Accused in seawall stranger attack seeks not criminally responsible findingPeterhans Nungu, 35, admitted he assaulted the complainant, who was visiting from Toronto, according to an Agreed Statement of Facts read in provincial court Tuesday.CrimeJun 16
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Quebec lawyers finding creative ways to reach potential opioid class-action membersMore than one in five workers report dozing off on the job weekly, according to a new study raising concerns about fatigue-related safety risks.CanadaMay 29
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More than 1 in 5 workers report dozing off on the job, Saskatchewan study findsFrom workplace errors to falling asleep during the commute home, a new study suggests fatigue is taking a bigger toll on worker safety than many realize.CanadaMay 29
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Only pharmacy in Swan Hills set to close on April 30The Rexall Pharmacy is a staple in Swan Hills, Alta. The only place for community members to get their prescriptions and pick up some essential items.CanadaApr 2
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OPP seize $4.1M in drugs, dismantle Ontario and Quebec networksOntario Provincial Police say officers in the province and Quebec have seized $4.1 million in drugs and dismantled several networks.CrimeMay 4
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Palm Beach airport to be officially renamed after Donald TrumpTrump's name has also been affixed to a planned class of Navy ships, a visa program, a government-run prescription drug website and federal savings accounts for children.TrendingMar 31
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Calls grow for Quebec to restrict energy drink sales as some pharmacies remove themAs calls grow on Quebec to act on restricting the sale of energy drinks to minors, some pharmacies in the province announced they were removing the drinks from their shelves.CanadaMay 6
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‘Best before’ date labels behind $12B in waste as food bank demand spikesConfusion around 'best before' labels is contributing to billions of dollars in food waste across Canada, even as local food banks face record demand, a new report says.ConsumerMay 13