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Participation in the NHL's player assistance program is up this season. That may not be a bad thing

Participation in the NHL's player assistance program is up this season. That may not be a bad thing

It was untreated anxiety and depression that Colorado Avalanche defenseman Samuel Girard blamed for his alcohol abuse, a problem that reached the point where he needed to step away from hockey.
Fewer US overdose deaths were reported last year, but experts are still cautious

Fewer US overdose deaths were reported last year, but experts are still cautious

NEW YORK (AP) — The number of U.S. fatal overdoses fell last year, according to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data posted Wednesday.
A new South Africa health law aims at deep inequality, but critics say they'll challenge it

A new South Africa health law aims at deep inequality, but critics say they'll challenge it

JOHANNESBURG (AP) — South African President Cyril Ramaphosa on Wednesday signed into law a bill that aims to overhaul the healthcare system to address deep inequality , but it faces legal challenges from critics.
Nova Scotia drafting plan to fill gaps in services for people with autism

Nova Scotia drafting plan to fill gaps in services for people with autism

HALIFAX — Nova Scotia has started drafting a provincial autism action plan. Among other things, the plan will identify existing services and initiatives for children, youth and adults on the autism spectrum and their families.
If you’ve tried meditating but can’t sit still, here’s how - and why - to try again

If you’ve tried meditating but can’t sit still, here’s how - and why - to try again

The first time Marcelle Hutchins sat down to meditate, she put on a guided session, relaxed her shoulders and tried to close her eyes. She lasted two minutes.
UN agency authorizes second vaccine against dengue amid outbreaks in the Americas

UN agency authorizes second vaccine against dengue amid outbreaks in the Americas

GENEVA (AP) — The World Health Organization on Wednesday authorized a second dengue vaccine, a move that could provide protection for millions worldwide against the mosquito-borne disease that has already sparked numerous outbreaks across the America
Food inspection agency investigating salmonella fears involving SunChips, Munchies

Food inspection agency investigating salmonella fears involving SunChips, Munchies

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is investigating concerns over potential salmonella contamination involving popular Frito Lay brand snacks.
Anti-abortion activist who led a clinic blockade is sentenced to nearly 5 years in prison

Anti-abortion activist who led a clinic blockade is sentenced to nearly 5 years in prison

WASHINGTON (AP) — An anti-abortion activist who led others on an invasion and blockade of a reproductive health clinic in the nation's capital was sentenced on Tuesday to nearly five years in prison.
Sweltering heat across Asia was 45 times more likely because of climate change, study finds

Sweltering heat across Asia was 45 times more likely because of climate change, study finds

BENGALURU, India (AP) — Sizzling heat across Asia and the Middle East in late April that echoed last year's destructive swelter was made 45 times more likely in some parts of the continent because of human-caused climate change, a study Tuesday found
Alberta's government introduces bill to begin sweeping revamp of health-care services

Alberta's government introduces bill to begin sweeping revamp of health-care services

EDMONTON — The Alberta government is introducing legislation to begin bringing a completely restructured health-care system to life.