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Montreal Public Health warned residents on June 30 that an extended hot and humid spell is forecast for Montreal, southern Quebec and Ontario, urging precautionary measures to reduce heat‑related health risks.
Six people were hospitalized after a free, crowded concert at the Montreal Jazz Festival on June 27, with emergency services responding as planned.
Six attendees were hospitalized after a free Montreal Jazz Festival concert on June 27, 2026, with emergency services responding as planned and treating others on site.
A coalition led by the West Island Women's Shelter unites researchers, doctors, social workers and police to improve detection and treatment of traumatic brain injuries in Montreal women facing intimate partner violence.
Six people were hospitalized during a crowded free concert at the Montreal Jazz Festival on June 27, 2026, with Urgences-santé coordinating a response that proceeded as planned.
Quebec health authorities reported 22 measles cases across six regions on June 29, 2026, and are urging residents to get vaccinated to prevent further spread.
Montreal faces a forecasted heat index of 40°C on July 1, leading health officials to warn residents and advise movers to stay hydrated and take precautions against heat‑related illness.
Six people were hospitalized during a free Montreal Jazz Festival concert on June 27, 2026, and emergency services handled the situation according to the event's emergency plan.
Meteorologists forecast a heat index of about 40°C for Montreal on July 1, 2026, and public health officials advise anyone outdoors to stay well hydrated.
Health Canada seized unapproved low‑pressure hyperbaric chambers from Arthur Tétrault wellness centers across Quebec on June 20, 2026, after issuing a safety advisory two days earlier. The devices lacked medical certification, prompting regulatory action to protect public health.
A June 24 health advisory along New Jersey’s coast clarified three common jellyfish sting myths to improve public safety. The notice provides evidence‑based guidance on treatment and emphasizes the importance of accurate information for beachgoers.
Quebec public health officials warned on June 19, 2026 that raccoon rabies cases are spreading south and east of Montreal, noting a growing outbreak as infections in raccoons increase.
Peel Region public health officials warned on June 13 that airport visitors may have been exposed to measles after a confirmed case was identified on Ethiopian and Air Canada flights. The alert aims to prevent further spread of the highly contagious disease.
Toronto Public Health warned on June 19 that overdose incidents are rising in downtown Toronto, urging residents to stay alert and use emergency resources. The alert reflects a broader increase in drug‑related emergencies across the city’s central neighbourhoods.
Quebec health officials reported a rise in raccoon rabies cases south and east of Montreal on June 19, 2026, warning of the deadly virus’s potential transmission to humans and pets.
Quebec health officials announced a rise in rabies cases among raccoons south and east of Montreal, warning the public of potential health risks and emphasizing ongoing monitoring efforts.
Toronto Public Health warned on 19 June that downtown Toronto is experiencing a rise in drug overdoses, urging vigilance and immediate medical response as part of ongoing monitoring of the city’s central neighborhoods.
Quebec health officials announced on June 19 that raccoon rabies cases are spreading south and east of Montreal, with the province continuing its monitoring of the expanding outbreak.
Santé Québec requires senior job applicants to answer mental‑health and eating‑disorder questions on pre‑employment forms, a move that has been criticized as overly intrusive.
Quebec health officials reported on June 19 that raccoon rabies cases are increasing in areas south and east of Montreal, as the province continues to monitor an expanding outbreak in the region.
