Health Policy News

Dr. Bonnie Henry made the comment as the province marks the 10th anniversary on Tuesday of the declaration of a health emergency over the toxic drug crisis, which has killed more than 18,000 people since then.

Proposed changes would allow pharmacists to administer contraceptive pills, patches and vaginal rings.

Physicians who have a permanent address in the province will automatically receive the benefit, the Newfoundland and Labrador Medical Association says

Globe and Mail’s André Picard argues it is a good thing to do away with this ‘boneheaded move.’

The president of the union’s call follows a stabbing last week in the emergency department at Edmonton’s Royal Alexandra Hospital that left a 42-year-old man requiring treatment for life-threatening injuries.

AI-enabled clinical decision support is a growing market—and it shows promise—but key concerns may need to be addressed before rollout.

Neighbourhood Pharmacies Association is urging the province to move beyond list-based limits and strengthen system supports to make changes work.

The intent of the bill—to condemn sterilization without informed consent—has unanimous support, including from medical groups who have raised concerns about its potential unintended consequences during House of Commons committee hearings.