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Global health authorities are working to contain a deadly Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda that has claimed 999 lives. As of July 22, 2026, researchers have launched the first human clinical trials for a vaccine while prioritizing experimental antibody treatments to address the rare, high-fatality strain. The current Ebola … Read more
Patients in Mauricie, Centre-du-Québec, and the Nord-de-l’Île-de-Montréal are no longer required to carry traditional hospital cards for clinical visits. The new Digital Health Record (DSN) system now uses the provincial health insurance card as the unique identifier, simplifying administrative processes and unifying patient records across participating facilities. Transitioning to a Unified Digital Health Record The … Read more
Prosecutors in South Korea have requested a one-year prison sentence for the owner of a two-Michelin-starred restaurant in Seoul for serving dishes garnished with ants, an ingredient not currently approved for human consumption under national food safety laws. The request was made on Monday at the Seoul Western District Court, where the owner and the … Read more
Researchers have identified a new potential therapeutic path for metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease, involving the microRNA-93 molecule and vitamin B3. Simultaneously, a separate clinical development, the Positive Affect Treatment (PAT), is showing promise in addressing anhedonia—the loss of pleasure—in patients suffering from depression and anxiety. Targeting miR-93 to Address Fatty Liver Disease Metabolic dysfunction-associated … Read more
Microplastics have infiltrated our food chain and are now suspected of reaching the human brain. Marc Hamilton, president of the Association des microbiologistes du Québec, warns that the accumulation of these particles poses potential health risks, urging the public to stay informed without falling into the trap of unnecessary panic. Tracing the Path of Microplastics … Read more
Authorities have confirmed the first case of raccoon rabies in Coaticook, Estrie, marking a significant expansion of the disease in Quebec. As of 2026, the province has recorded 114 cases this year, prompting officials to increase surveillance and intensify efforts to prevent further spread among wildlife. The situation remains a priority for the Ministry of … Read more
Prince George celebrated his 13th birthday on Wednesday, July 22, marking his transition into his teenage years. To commemorate the milestone, the Prince and Princess of Wales released a new portrait of their eldest son, who is currently second in line to the British throne, alongside confirmation of his upcoming enrollment at Eton College. The … Read more
Researchers have identified that membrane repair proteins, including dysferlin and annexin A6, play a critical role in the muscle inflammation observed in muscular dystrophy. New studies suggest these leaky muscle fibers trigger a harmful immune response, while separate research highlights how electrical impedance myography can track disease progression in Pompe disease patients. Elizabeth McNally and … Read more
Researchers have identified a contagious form of melanoma in brown bullhead catfish (Ameiurus nebulosus), marking the first time a transmissible cancer has been discovered in a freshwater fish species. The findings, published in the journal Nature, confirm that the black skin lesions observed on catfish in Lake Memphremagog are caused by tumor cells that spread … Read more
Researchers at ETH Zurich have developed a handheld breathalyser capable of detecting when the body shifts from a sugar-based to a fat-based metabolism, according to findings published in the journal Device. The technology, which connects to a smartphone app, aims to replace invasive blood-ketone tests and imprecise estimations from wearable devices by providing laboratory-level accuracy … Read more