The WHO study calls physical inactivity a silent threat that needs greater attention. In Canada, 37% of adults were reported as physically inactive…
Health in the News
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Launched in 2023, the SeamlessMD app offers remote monitoring of recovery, allows patients to report their outcomes and provides care plans, education and reminders. The app was used for patients undergoing…
Researchers found nearly 75% of young Ontarians with a psychotic disorder had at least one mental health service visit within the three years prior to their first diagnosis of the disorder. The…
ICES found LTC residents whose primary language was one other than English and French were less likely to visit the ER, be hospitalized or die when their family doctor spoke their…
A report says deaths in the country’s 12 highest-population cities go up on days when there's extreme heat and people aged 65 and older are…
The Fit-Frailty app allows healthcare providers to make decisions and plan care for their frail patients. The tool identifies the risk of frailty and age-related loss of…
The two-week preceptorship is a partnership between Manipal College of Nurses in India and the UNB Department of Nursing. Seven students will be on the frontlines at the Dr. Everett Chalmers…
A study found about 41% of Veterans live with chronic pain, nearly double the rate of the civilian population and 63% of Veterans with chronic pain…
The Ottawa Hospital’s Digital Teammate provides human-like interactions with staff, patients and visitors. During an initial test phase, the Digital Teammate will answer questions about the hospital’s new campus in French or English. The hospital…
Online mental health programs for children and families in N.L. expanded through the Strongest Families Institute - a charity that provides programs over the phone to children and families in need. The…
People with addictions, substance use and gambling disorders will be able to receive care from a multidisciplinary team, including a physician, RNs and social workers. It’s the eighth centre of its kind in N.S. and the first one in Halifax.…
The health clinic, which services many people experiencing homelessness, substance use and mental health issues, is now located at 1116 Mountain Rd. In Oct., Salvus was forced to leave their previous location on Church Street in the city's…
- NBHC Engagement
The authors of the Community Healthcare System Support Playbook believe it has the potential to fix healthcare in communities across…
The study showed 43% of Canadians previously diagnosed with bipolar disorder were free of all symptoms. Researchers say despite these encouraging…
Health P.E.I. is offering some healthcare workers time-and-a-half or even double-time pay to take on shifts this summer that are deemed critical. It's hoped the move will make it easier for other health workers to take vacation. However, union…
University of Pittsburgh researchers say food insecurity, low household income and not having private health insurance are associated with higher rates of…