The federal government attributes the higher uptake to changes it introduced in July that allow dental clinics to submit claims without officially registering as providers of the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP). The changes permit dentists
Healthcare Excellence Canada (HEC) and the Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI) signed a letter of intent to enhance the use of data for quality improvement and informed decision-making, which are priorities for Canada's pandemic recovery
A Toronto LTC home is offering families direct access to their loved ones’ medical records 24 hours a day, through the Engage Plus app. It’s believed to be the first not-for-profit centre in the country to offer such a service. A survey showed 84% of
The funding for the Canadian Cancer Society builds on a provincial commitment of $10 million last year. The government says thousands of patients and caregivers already benefited from the program's expansion last year. Nearly 1,400 patients from 249
Deaths from MAID saw a thirteen-fold rise since its 2016 legalization, responsible for 4% of all deaths in 2022. Only cancer, heart disease, COVID-19, accidents and strokes ranked higher than MAID as causes of deaths in 2022. Anticipated expansions
Saskatchewan Blue Cross (SBC) says the grants are part of an annual process whereby hospitals in smaller communities in the province apply for funding for specific medical equipment needs. This year's recipients include: Biggar and District Health
BCAA and the Canadian Mental Health Association partnered to fund "Resilient Minds,", a mental health resiliency program for firefighters in B.C. The program, co-written by Vancouver firefighter Steve Fraser, aims to help first responders recognize
On Aug. 14, 2024, the WHO declared the rising cases of a new clade I mpox strain from the DRC a public health emergency of international concern. Canada has not yet seen Clade I cases and maintains a low risk, but it is closely monitoring the
A recent report from the Toronto Foundation highlights that young adults in Toronto are facing worsening mental health, severe financial stress and increased social isolation compared to older age groups. The data reveals that 45% of 20-somethings
The University of Calgary found rates of lung, colorectal and prostate cancers are projected to decrease in 2024, while less common cancers such as melanoma, liver and kidney cancers and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma are on the rise. Also, more people are