GPs specializing in mental health is an increasing necessity as the number of Canadians facing—and seeking help for—mental health issues continues to grow.
At the annual Manitoba Society of Pharmacists meeting April 6, pharmacists learned that a Reimbursement Proposal for Professional Pharmacy Services has been developed and is being examined by Manitoba Health.
At issue is legislation — passed but not yet in force — that would change the bargaining association for the province’s licensed practical nurses, who last year joined the B.C. Nurses’ Union.
Nurses and support workers at a west-end seniors supportive living home hit the picket lines Friday after bargaining talks broke down with the B.C.-based owner of the facility.
A group representing more than 62,000 health professionals in Quebec said it is concerned about the proposed changes to nurses' mandatory entry-level qualifications.
