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Government of Yukon releases first Substance Use Surveillance Report
November 26, 2024 The Government of Yukon has released the first Substance Use Surveillance Report, offering data on health-related harms from substance use in the Yukon. This report will inform public health interventions to target the most impacted groups; enhancing prevention, intervention, and support efforts, in addition to prioritizing actions in the Substance Use Health […]
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Tuberculosis outbreak update: Pangnirtung, Pond Inlet and Naujaat
November 26, 2024 The Department of Health is advising that the outbreaks of tuberculosis (TB) declared in Pangnirtung on November 25, 2021, Pond Inlet on March 17, 2023, and Naujaat on May 16, 2023, are ongoing. In Pangnirtung, 47 individuals were diagnosed with active TB and 222 individuals were diagnosed with new latent TB between January 2021 and October […]
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Nearly half of Nunavut has been told to boil their water this year – CBC
Nov 26, 2024 With water quality strategy finalized, government says they have momentum to fix issues Nunavut is no stranger to boil water notices, but this year alone 11 out of 25 Nunavut communities have been given that order at least once. Some, like in Rankin Inlet and Iqaluit, are precautionary measures due to infrastructure upgrades. […]
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Statement from Minister of Health and Social Services on National Addictions Awareness Week
November 25, 2024 Minister of Health and Social Services Tracy-Anne McPhee has issued the following statement: “This week, from November 24 to 30, we observe National Addictions Awareness Week, an important time to highlight solutions for addressing the challenges associated with addictions. This year’s theme, Forging Connections, reminds us of the vital role that collaboration […]
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National Addictions Awareness Week
November 25, 2024 This week, the Department of Health is celebrating National Addiction Awareness Week, and this year’s theme is “Forging Connections”. The Department invites Nunavummiut to learn more about the causes and prevention of substance-use related harms, treatment and recovery options. Educating ourselves in these areas helps promote meaningful change, reduce the stigma associated […]
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FIRST READING: Trump presidency a potential threat to Canada’s other major oil export – National Post
Nov 21, 2024 RFK Jr., Trump’s pick for health secretary, has Canada’s most profitable crop in his crosshairs First Reading is a daily newsletter keeping you posted on the travails of Canadian politicos, all curated by the National Post’s own Tristin Hopper. To get an early version sent directly to your inbox, sign up here. […]
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Government of Yukon investing in youth mental health and wellness
November 20, 2024 The Government of Yukon is committed to investing in a healthy Yukon and supporting the mental health and wellbeing of all Yukoners, especially young people. As part of this commitment, the Government of Yukon provides funding for a variety of projects and organizations that promote youth mental health and wellness across the […]
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Possible botulism in Sanirajak and Igloolik
November 19, 2024 The Department of Health is advising residents of Sanirajak and Igloolik not to eat fermented meat at this time. Public Health is investigating reports of people possibly becoming ill with botulism after eating fermented meat. People who have eaten fermented meat should watch for symptoms like: Diarrhea, nausea and vomiting. Feeling weak or […]
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Government of Yukon launches live-in Managed Alcohol Program
November 14, 2024 Keeping with commitments made in the Government of Yukon’s Substance Use Health Emergency Strategy and the 2023 Confidence and Supply Agreement, the Yukon’s first live-in Managed Alcohol Program (MAP) opened in Whitehorse on November 6, 2024. The MAP offers a structured, medically supported environment aimed at supporting Yukoners with severe and treatment-resistant […]
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Nunavut caregivers need better support in many areas: Study – Nunatsiaq News
Nov 14, 2024 Nunavummi Disabilities Makinnasuaqtiit Society meets with families in all 25 Nunavut communities to inform research Nunavut caregivers need better access to childcare, respite care, home care and more financial support. These are a few issues flagged in a territory-wide study looking into ways to improve care and support systems for people with […]
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