NSH is implementing the Baby Friendly Initiative (BFI), a global program by WHO and UNICEF aimed at improving breastfeeding rates. NSH facilities, some already BFI-…
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The NBMS hosted a community forum in Edmundston and Grand Falls to address the state of primary care, revealing that both areas are at risk due to patient and provider demographics. The event aimed to foster engagement and gather community input…
Canada's fertility rate dropped to its lowest in recorded history for the second consecutive year, with a rate of 1.26 children per woman. B.C. had the nation'…
A report by Cushman & Wakefield found that the senior housing market in Canada…
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The Government of Sask. is collaborating with the University of Regina to support mental health for new and expecting parents through a $280,000 funding initiative. This will facilitate the creation of the Well Being for Expecting and New Mothers…
The Toronto Grace Health Centre is expanding its telehealth services, with a remote patient monitoring system that currently oversees 16,000 clients and is expected to grow to 25,000-30,000 by the end of 2024. The system allows patients who would…
Hotel Dieu Grace Healthcare was selected as one of four sites in the country for a schizophrenia demonstration project that aims to strengthen outcomes for those living with schizophrenia by optimizing evidence-based treatment. From Apr. to July…
Man. experienced more than double the national average of diabetes-associated leg amputations, with rates of 19 per 100,000 compared to the national rate of 9 per 100,000, based on a report issued by the Canadian Institute for Health Information…
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The federal government is dedicating nearly $2.5 million to support the vitality of official language minority communities in Yukon by enhancing access to French language healthcare services. The 'Leveraging technology to increase access to…
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Petal Health is working to improve Canada's healthcare system by optimizing appointment scheduling. The company's approach aims to reduce wait times and enhance the overall efficiency of healthcare services by matching healthcare…
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P.E.I. Minister of Health and Wellness Mark McLane is initiating the second phase of the Focus on the Frontline initiative in Oct. to meet with healthcare staff across the province, focusing on community healthcare. The first phase involved…
A Montreal Economic Institute study found that young nurses are leaving the profession throughout the country, with 40 out of every 100 nurses under the age of 35…
A study published in the journal Neurology involving over 393,000 adult participants indicates that individuals in the LGBTQ community may face a 15% higher risk of adverse…
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The Canadian government launched Health Emergency Readiness Canada (HERC), a federal organization aimed at enhancing Canada's preparedness for future health emergencies and strengthening the life sciences sector. HERC will focus on mobilizing…
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N.B. Liberal leader Susan Holt announced a four-point plan to recruit more doctors, which includes improving compensation for after-hours care, streamlining the recognition of international credentials, overhauling the recruitment system with…
Horizon's President and CEO addressed media reports on RN turnover, highlighting how Aug. 2024 had 4,265 RNs, with voluntary turnover rates at 6.2%, a decrease from Aug. 2022. Retention initiatives focus on feedback, recognition, health, safety,…