The negative effects social media has on children and youth’s mental and physical health is outweighing other health concerns like substance use and injuries prompting some Manitoba doctors to support a ban on these sites, a new report has found.
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Breast Cancer Screening Expanding to Portage la Prairie
New breast cancer screening and diagnostic mammography services are coming to the Portage Regional Health Centre.
Manitoba’s Nursing Regulator Apologizes For Discrimination Against Indigenous Peoples
Manitoba’s nursing regulator publicly apologized on Wednesday for its role in discriminating against First Nations, Inuit and Métis people in the health-care system.
Canadians on Ship at Centre of Hantavirus Outbreak Land in Canada
Four Canadians who disembarked the cruise ship at the centre of a deadly hantavirus outbreak landed Sunday in B.C., where they will continue their quarantine.
Manitoba Declares Public Health Emergency Over Soaring HIV Rates
WINNIPEG — Manitoba has declared a public health emergency in response to a dramatic rise in HIV cases that has left the province with some of the highest infection rates in the country.
Manitoba Possible Upgrades Platform to Help Families Find Home Care
A Winnipeg-based non-profit has launched an upgraded online platform aimed at making it easier for Manitobans to find and manage in-home care.
Man Charged After Allegedly Assaulting Healthcare Workers at Winnipeg Hospital
A 59-year-old man is facing multiple charges after allegedly assaulting and threatening three healthcare workers at the Grace Hospital.
Kinew Touts Health Care Gains, Community Investments at Selkirk Address
Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew highlighted a series of health care and community investments for the Selkirk area on Friday.
Tri-Hospital Dream Lottery Launches with Record-Breaking Prizes
The 2026 Tri-Hospital Dream Lottery is back, with tickets now on sale supporting St. Boniface Hospital, Health Sciences Centre Winnipeg, and HSC Children’s Hospital.
Manitoba to Require Hot Water for Handwashing at Large Construction Sites
Manitoba will require hot water for handwashing at larger construction sites as part of changes aimed at improving workplace health and safety.
Province Restoring Cardiac Centre of Excellence at St. Boniface Hospital
The Manitoba government is re-establishing a cardiac centre of excellence at St. Boniface Hospital, including the creation of a new rapid cardiac assessment unit.
CFIA Announces Recalls for Salads, Cheeses and Meal Kits Over Listeria Concerns
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has announced recalls due to possible listeria contamination affecting products including salads, cheese and meal kits.











