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- 1/26/2023
Ontario puts the welcome mat out for healthcare workers
Automatically recognizing the credentials of healthcare workers registered in other provinces is the right move argues health lawyer Tracey Tremayne-Lloyd. - 1/26/2023
WHO decision on COVID-19 emergency won't effect Canada's response: Dr. Tam
The WHO’s emergency committee, which was struck in 2020 when COVID-19 first emerged as a global health threat, will vote today on whether to maintain the emergency designation. - 1/26/2023
Alberta considers training doctors for rural practice in smaller centres
Todd Anderson of the University of Calgary’s medical school says there are a wide variety of options being considered, including stand-alone schools. - 1/26/2023
Provincial governments not jumping to act on tighter alcohol warning guidelines
Across Canada, the responsible ministers declined interview requests from The Canadian Press. - 1/26/2023
'Not true': Alberta minister denies crying, yelling during doctor confrontation
The Law Society of Alberta didn’t complete its hearing Thursday into allegations that Tyler Shandro violated the profession’s code of conduct. - 1/26/2023
Canadians worried about the state of provincial health systems: poll
Leger and The Association for Canadian Studies surveyed 1,554 Canadian adults over a two-day period in January. - 1/26/2023
Doctor shortage driving people away from Newfoundland town known for growth
Mayor John Norman said there are several doctors who want to live and work in the seaside community of about 3,200 people. But the high patient volumes and gruelling 24-hour shifts required at the local healthcentre have turned them away. - 1/26/2023
Dozens in Sudbury may have received used needles in exchange program
Reseau ACCESS Network, which distributes harm reduction supplies to those who use drugs, says a staff member recently found new and used equipment in a container for single-use needles. - 1/26/2023
Doctor self-prescribes music to help process emotions of retiring
When COVID-19 hit and retirement drew near, Dr. Mark Diotavelli began to reflect on his 35-year career as a physician. - 1/26/2023
Mental vs. physical health: How much exercise do you really need to have an impact?
Guidelines recommending more significant exercise efforts to bolster physical health could potentially deter those who could benefit their mental health by getting moving.