Ont.’s COVID-19 science advisory table found that reduced opportunities for physical activity greatly impacted the mental health of Canadians during the pandemic. While daily exercise is proven to benefit one’s mental state, the advisory body found
Some of the most common symptoms of long COVID include fatigue, general pain, sleep disturbances, shortness of breath, cognitive impairment and mental health symptoms. Researchers also found that 9% of people were unable to return to work after three
Les orthopédistes de l’hôpital signalent que le temps d’attente pour les opérations de remplacement articulaire (de genou et de hanche) est de plus de 860 jours, soit près de cinq fois la norme nationale de 182 jours. Ils admettent qu’ils ne peuvent
The survey found that 72% of respondents were critical of their provincial governments when it comes to healthcare. Only 25% thought their provinces were managing healthcare well, the lowest number in eight years of tracking. Other findings include
The study found that opioid use by patients discharged after surgery has no impact on their perception of pain. The researchers even warn that opioid use could be harmful in some surgical settings. The lead researcher says contrary to the popular
The Food Rx program, a collaboration between FoodShare Toronto and the University Health Network, delivers a box of fresh fruits and vegetables to Torontonians who would otherwise struggle to put healthy food on the table. The program came about as a
For many people, prescription antidepressants and antipsychotics aren’t effective because of adverse reactions and side effects. U of A researchers developed genetic testing for the four enzymes most relevant to psychiatric drugs. People who have
Elumind Centres for Brain Excellence, opened in North Vancouver to offer treatment for depression, trauma, anxiety, OCD, ADHD and cognitive decline. The clinic says that, in depressed patients, antidepressants and talk therapy are helpful, but they
The Nova Scotia chapter of the Atlantic Canadian Hosts for Ukraine is looking to help those fleeing the war in Ukraine get settled in the province. The group has had several inquiries from trained healthcare professionals about working in the
The Ontario COVID-19 Science Advisory Table and other health experts warn the struggle against COVID-19 isn’t over as case counts across the country are higher than they were in June 2021. They anticipate two surges after this summer, one in the late