Posts Filed Under: health

Greening Hospitals and Saving Money

Over the past 13 years, the TRCA has helped 60 hospitals cut a combined 100,000 tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions, saving close to $28 million.

By Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) Aug. 14th, 4:46 pm

The Strategy to Prioritize Ontario’s Food and Nutrition

A recent document shows a new and promising form of coalition-building.

By Wayne Roberts Jan. 31st, 4:30 pm

We Asked Queen West Residents How They Feel About a Potential Safe Injection Site

We found a range of responses, including some pretty understanding views.

By Joshua Sherman • Photos by Brittany CarmichaelJan. 26th, 12:30 pm

1 Comment

Keep Talking, Start Walking

Mental health is finally a priority on the health agenda, but we need to ensure that momentum continues.

By The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) Jan. 24th, 4:30 pm

The Province Will Help Fund Three Supervised Injection Sites in Toronto

The sites still require federal approval.

By Torontoist Jan. 10th, 10:48 am

15 Comments

How Many People Fall on Snowy and Icy Sidewalks in Toronto? A Lot.

Toronto Public Health released some numbers showing how many people went to the emergency room after falling on sidewalks in the winter.

By Nikhil Sharma Dec. 20th, 3:30 pm

3 Comments

Historicist: Making Sunnybrook Military Hospital a Reality

A Toronto park becomes a much-needed veterans’ hospital.

By David Wencer Nov. 12th, 12:00 pm

4 Comments

Why Parents Who Complain About School Food Restrictions Need to Relax

Schools are trying to protect kids with life-threatening allergies.

By Meagan Gillmore Nov. 9th, 12:00 pm

1 Comment

Toronto Film Festival Rendezvous with Madness Gets Serious About Mental Health

The specialty fest hosts screenings and discussions about mental illness and addiction.

By Angelo Muredda Nov. 4th, 1:00 pm

4 Comments

Why Torontonians Without a Family Doctor Miss Out on Mental Health Care

For many, barrier-free clinics are their best bet.

By Miranda Newman Sep. 9th, 1:00 pm

How Toronto Can Improve Cardiac Arrest Survival Rates

U of T study finds most defibrillators are not accessible 24/7.

By Rhiannon Russell Aug. 31st, 12:00 pm

This Event Encourages Men to Open Up and Talk About Their Emotions

ManTalks steps away from hyper-masculine, macho culture.

By Rhiannon Russell Aug. 22nd, 1:00 pm

This Toronto Start-Up Wants More Women to Get Screened for HPV

Eve Medical has developed a self-testing kit for STIs.

By Rhiannon Russell Aug. 18th, 9:30 am

19 Comments

As the City Grows Vertically, Here’s Why Elevator Service is More Important than Ever

It might not look like it, but working elevators are a health and accessibility issue.

By Alina Bykova Aug. 11th, 12:00 pm

4 Comments

Why We Should Talk About Mental Health More

Conversations about mental health can lead to meaningful cultural shifts, writes Lindsay Hill.

By Lindsay Hill (Guest Opinion) Aug. 9th, 3:30 pm

Historicist: Toronto’s Dentist Mayor

Dr. Frederick L. Conboy's career as a dentist and public-health advocate leads to four years in the mayor's chair.

By David Wencer Apr. 25th, 12:00 pm

Toronto Public Health Launches Flu Clinics

Flu season has returned, and the Ontario government and Toronto's medical officer of health want you to get the shot.

By Graeme Bayliss Oct. 23rd, 2:30 pm

9 Comments

Toronto Has Two New Medical Marijuana Clinics

How these resources are changing doctor-patient relationships and making treatment options more available.

By Peter Goffin Jul. 31st, 9:45 am