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 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