Researchers say shift work might have a negative impact on the memory and thinking abilities of middle-aged and older adults. Higher rates of cognitive impairment were observed in individuals who reported current exposure to night shift work or
Elders in Elsipogtog First Nation say they need a nursing home in their community to better suit their cultural and language needs. Most seniors in the community are Mi'kmaw speakers but the LTC homes outside the community only offer care in the
The City of Hamilton’s first Indigenous health strategy aims to improve the health and well-being of Indigenous people and reduce health disparities. Hamilton Public Health services members interviewed and surveyed Indigenous leaders and community
The program, which accelerated the hiring process and removed barriers, was implemented across Nova Scotia. As part of the program, Nova Scotia Health implemented enhancements to ensure a seamless return for retired nurses, including: Retirees are no
It had been more than a decade since the bylaws regarding medical staff - including locums - were updated. The new bylaws came into effect last month and will be implemented as different contracts come up for renewal. The old bylaw called locums
Responsible for a quarter of the province’s cancer deaths, lung cancer is being added to N.B.’s cancer screening programs. The program, which will target high risk residents aged 50 to 74 will be available provincewide by spring or summer 2025. It’ll
The clinic, which offers support to people who have problematic substance use, severe and persistent mental illness, homeless or living in poverty and who don’t have a primary care provider, is in need of a new working space since their lease ran out
The directory, which also aims to build a network between professionals, was created by the Black Healthcare Professionals Network. After healthcare providers sign up for the directory, their contact information is on the website and patients can
A study found higher stroke risk among females with atrial fibrillation may be related to sex-based disparities in cardiovascular care. Researchers say females tend to be diagnosed with atrial fibrillation (AF) at older ages and they may not be
Swedish researchers found jobs with short contracts, low wages and a lack of influence, predictability and security contribute to the risk of death. The study revealed that people who switched from precarious to secure employment had a 20% lower risk