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Splitting health unit in half raises logistical challenges, says doctor

Splitting health unit in half raises logistical challenges, says doctor

Medical officer of health says province's move to cut the health unit in half and send pieces in different directions caught officials off guard
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<b>BEYOND LOCAL</b> Access to dental care in Canada has gaps, experts say

BEYOND LOCAL Access to dental care in Canada has gaps, experts say

An Ipsos poll found that only 10 per cent of dental health problems are the result of poor oral hygiene practices
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Preventing fall-related injuries in older adults results in health care savings

Preventing fall-related injuries in older adults results in health care savings

Expert notes that social isolation, physical inactivity linked to fear of falling
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York public health to absorb part of Simcoe Muskoka unit

York public health to absorb part of Simcoe Muskoka unit

The pace and breadth of proposed changes will cause significant disruptions in every facet of the public health system, local public health agencies president says
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'Call. Connect. Talk.' campaign highlights local mental health services

'Call. Connect. Talk.' campaign highlights local mental health services

Individuals are sharing their stories to help others connect to York Support Services Network's crisis line, and intake and referral service
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Two Richmond Hill men arrested after explosive materials found

Two Richmond Hill men arrested after explosive materials found

York Regional Police began investigating after receiving information from the United States Customs and Border Protection and Canada Border Services Agency
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Citizen-assisted arrest among 14 impaired charges laid <b> (VIDEO) </b>

Citizen-assisted arrest among 14 impaired charges laid (VIDEO)

Citizen calls 9-1-1 reporting ' extremely intoxicated man' standing beside vehicle in Vaughan
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R.I.D.E stops focusing on 'big 5 dangers' this week

R.I.D.E stops focusing on 'big 5 dangers' this week

During Canada Road Safety week, police are targeting the behaviours that put drivers, passengers, pedestrians and other vulnerable road users most at risk
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Newborn found abandoned outside Sutton fire hall

Newborn found abandoned outside Sutton fire hall

York Regional Police urge the mother or anyone who may know her to contact police
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<b>CANADA:</b> What the SNC-Lavalin saga shows us about corporate accountability in politics

CANADA: What the SNC-Lavalin saga shows us about corporate accountability in politics

Assistant Professor Charis Kamphuis says the Liberals are continually yielding to corporate pressure
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