Soaring medical claims would force private insurers to raise premiums, ultimately squeezing individual policyholders and employers, who may either cut coverage or pass costs on to workers.

While Canadians can start routine testing for colorectal cancer starting at age 50, some advocates want to start screenings at 45 to help catch cases early.

After being diagnosed with stage 3 rectal cancer at 26, she’s made a conscious effort to talk openly about the often-taboo ...