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 meetings
Whooping cough cases are on the rise in Ont. and eastern provinces, with a record number of cases expected, while Que. sees a decline. The disease is vaccine-preventable and is seeing peak numbers surpassing pre-pandemic levels in Que., Ont., P.E.I
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 brain health outcomes, such as dementia, stroke and late-life depression
The Halton Region is urging the Ont. government to address the healthcare crisis as 2.3 million residents are lacking a family doctor and emergency rooms continue to close. The province spends the least per capita on healthcare, yet demand is rising
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
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 quitting before reaching their 35th birthday. This attrition rate increased by 25%
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 health
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 professionals’
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
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-designated and others striving for it, adhere to the Ten Steps to Successful