Martha Porado

Editor, Canadian Healthcare Network

Author Profile

Martha Porado is a Toronto-based award-winning reporter and editor specializing in healthcare, science, business and political journalism. She is the editor of the Canadian Healthcare Network, prior to which she was the managing editor of the Medical Post and Pharmacy Practice + Business.

Her previous roles include associate editor of Benefits Canada magazine, where she specialized in institutional investment news. Her byline can also be found in many other Canadian publications, including Advisor’s Edge, Investment Executive, the Canadian Investment Review, Canadian Insurance Top Broker, Canadian Grocer, Now Magazine and the now defunct Vice. Prior to focusing on print and digital publishing, she worked at BNN Bloomberg’s downtown Toronto newsroom as a broadcast associate and production coordinator for live news broadcasts. She fondly remembers screening call-in questions for its popular Market Call program.

When she is not editing copy on new clinical research or putting together tomorrow’s Doctor Daily newsletter, she can be found watering her ceiling-scraping houseplants, driving around with antique furniture peeking out of her hatchback, or bragging about how she’s definitely seen more movies than you have.

ARTICLES BY THIS AUTHOR

7/5/2026
Rabies vaccine for travellers: How to counsel travellers on a ‘common exposure, rare disease’ vaccine
The simple strategy of steering clear of animals often isn't enough.

Martha Porado
7/2/2026
Seniors who stay in their homes aren’t just happier. They help everyone
‘Most provinces, including Alberta and Ontario, do not charge for home support. However, in B.C., seniors with an annual income of $31,000 must pay $10,000 per year for one hour of publicly subsidized home support per day.’

Martha Porado
7/2/2026
When is a pharmacist not a pharmacist
After 41 years, this is my final week as a ‘pharmacist’ according to the Alberta College of Pharmacy.

Martha Porado
7/2/2026
Gen Z vs. Millennials: Is it giving high-key healthcore or am I delulu?
A new social media trend examines how two generations would express (often extremely important) information online.

Martha Porado
7/1/2026
Problem solved: How do I catch up when clinic falls behind?
‘Efficiency is not rushing patient care—it’s about maintaining clarity, prioritization and clinical judgment despite the time crisis.’

Martha Porado
6/30/2026
Why FIP Congress 2026 matters for Canadian pharmacy—and why I’ll be there
Many Canadian colleagues and I have had to travel across continents to be part of this unique pharmacy gathering. This year, it’s happening in our backyard.

Martha Porado
6/29/2026
All hands on deck: Why workforce wellness in pharmacies requires action on multiple fronts
In this article re-published from the Neighbourhood Pharmacies' quarterly publication, The Gazette, Karen Welds takes a deep dive into the staffing shortage and what can be done about it.

Martha Porado
6/28/2026
This Girls Night Out event aims to reduce anxiety around mammograms
The inspiration behind the event was to bring people together in a playful way to become educated on breast cancer and the mammogram process.

Martha Porado
6/28/2026
Even a DIY investor needs a financial advisor
A guide for doctors that breaks down the three roles of financial advisory.

Martha Porado
6/28/2026
One snapshot in time
A minor sports injury turns into a catastrophic emergency, pushing an exhausted staff to the brink.

Martha Porado