About 80% of New Brunswick hospital patients report a very good overall experience, according to a survey by the New Brunswick Health Council. However, negative experiences highlight significant issues, with some patients feeling disrespected and
The award is supported by the Give a Breath 5K event, which aims to address gaps in public funding for lung cancer research. Tim Monds, Founder of Give a Breath, highlighted the importance of public support in expanding the initiative into a
The 2024 Cross Canada Survey of Radon Exposure reveals that 10.3 million Canadians are living in homes with high radon levels, significantly increasing their risk of lung cancer. Nearly 18% of Canadian homes have radon levels at or above 200 Bq/m³
A report by the office of P.E.I.'s auditor general revealed that eight top executives at Health P.E.I. received salaries or raises without proper approval. The audit, covering Jan. 2021 to Dec. 2023, found discrepancies between the salaries paid and
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
The study also confirms a higher risk of developing new neurological disorders after the infection. The University of Alberta compared (sub. req.) data from residents who tested positive for COVID-19 during the first year of the pandemic. It suggests
This adds to a growing field of studies that suggest women are less likely to experience miscommunication, misunderstanding and bias when treated by female doctors. In this case, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre found that when hospitals reached a
During the provincial electoral campaign, the Liberals proposed a retention payment for nurses, totaling $111 million, with $10,000 in the first year and $5,000 in the second year in response to nurses considering leaving for better compensation
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
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 input