Regina doctor suspended 6 months for misconduct
Dr. Imafidon Thomas Izekor suspended for six months by Saskatchewan medical college after sexual impropriety ruling. Must take courses, pay $80,000 costs. Read the full story.
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Doctor sentencing for ketamine tied to Matthew Perry's death
A doctor faces sentencing for selling ketamine connected to the overdose death of 'Friends' star Matthew Perry. Get the latest details on this tragic case.
UBC study calls doctor shortage a 'myth', suggests boomer tax
A provocative UBC study disputes B.C.'s doctor shortage narrative and suggests taxing wealthy baby boomers to fund healthcare. Explore the findings and potential policy shifts.
Doctor sentencing for supplying ketamine to Matthew Perry
A doctor faces sentencing for providing actor Matthew Perry with ketamine. The case highlights ongoing concerns about prescription drug misuse in the entertainment industry.
Regina doctor suspended for 6 months over patient misconduct
A Regina physician has been suspended for six months following findings of sexual impropriety with patients. Learn the details of the disciplinary action and its implications.
Son of Quebec surgeons says Bill 2 won't fix broken system
A CEGEP student, whose parents are surgeons, shares an insider's view of Quebec's healthcare strain. He argues Bill 2's demands for more output ignore a system lacking resources, pushing dedicated physicians to burnout. Read his powerful plea for change.
5,000 Regina patients lose family doctors after clinic closure
The sudden closure of The Gardens Community Health Centre in Regina has left thousands scrambling for care, highlighting Saskatchewan's ongoing primary care crisis. Learn what happened and the political fallout.
Ontario doctor challenges $600K repayment for vaccine fees
Dr. Elaine Ma seeks to overturn an order to repay $600,000 in pandemic vaccine administration payments. A Kingston physician's legal battle highlights billing disputes in Ontario's healthcare system.
Patient's plea to keep life-saving Quebec surgeon
A Quebec patient shares how Dr. Ahmed Aoude saved her life and leg, urging the government to reconsider Bill 2's impact on doctors. Read her emotional appeal.
Survey: Lack of doctors still a major issue in Saskatchewan
A new Angus Reid Institute survey confirms Saskatchewan's family doctor shortage remains a critical problem. Read the details and what it means for residents' healthcare access.
Vancouver Firefighters Strained by Record Overdose Calls
Vancouver Fire Rescue Services limits shifts at a key Downtown Eastside firehall as overdose calls hit a record high, driven by toxic drugs. Read about the crisis and its impact on first responders.
UCP closes Royal Alex safe consumption site
Edmonton loses another supervised consumption site as the UCP government shuts down the Royal Alexandra Hospital facility. Critics warn this move risks patient safety amid a worsening drug crisis.
Reddit Becomes Unlikely Doctor Finder in Ottawa
Faced with a failing provincial system, young Ottawans are using social media to find family doctors. Discover how Reddit fills healthcare gaps where official programs fail.
Frenchman jailed for killing champagne boss father
A French court has sentenced a man to prison for the murder of his father, a prominent champagne industry executive. The case has shocked France's prestigious wine community.
Manitoba Health Links adds doctors in pilot project
Manitoba launches pilot project integrating doctors into Health Links service. Premier Wab Kinew announces initiative to improve healthcare access for residents across the province.
Dr. Steve Kent: Pediatrician dies at 73 in Victoria
Remembering Dr. Steve 'North' Kent, a beloved Victoria pediatrician whose dedication to medicine was matched only by his love for family and outdoor adventures across Canada.
Health Canada reissues gas boiler recall over CO risk
Health Canada reissues a critical recall for Prestige and Aerco gas boilers due to carbon monoxide poisoning risk as the manufacturer ceases North American operations. Stay informed to protect your home.
Insecticide suspected in tourist family deaths in Türkiye
A tourist family was found dead in a Turkish hotel room, with authorities suspecting insecticide poisoning as the cause. The investigation is ongoing.
Ontario's new doctor residency rules spark outrage
Internationally trained doctors express frustration as Ontario's new residency requirements exclude qualified physicians despite severe doctor shortages across the province.
Ontario Neurologist Sexual Assault Trial Proceeds
The trial continues for a former Ontario neurologist accused of sexually assaulting patients. Get the latest updates on this developing legal case and its implications for healthcare trust.
Alberta introduces dual practice system for doctors
Alberta's government introduces legislation allowing doctors to work in both public and private systems. Learn how this could transform healthcare access across the province.
Quebec Bill 2 health reform faces doctor exodus
Quebec's Bill 2, intended to fix healthcare access, is causing clinic closures and a doctor exodus. This analysis reveals why the cure is worse than the disease.
Quebec Health Law Seizes Power, Angers Doctors
Quebec's new health legislation grants government unilateral control over doctor pay and patient assignments, sparking fierce backlash from physicians. Learn about the seismic shift in Canadian healthcare.
Montreal clinic for vulnerable patients closing due to Bill 2
Clinique l'Agora, serving Montreal's homeless and addicted population, will close due to Quebec's new doctor payment model. The clinic's mission to care for marginalized patients ends this spring.
Quebec doctors flee to Ontario over controversial Bill 2
Quebec's Bill 2 triggers mass physician exodus to Ontario. Dr. Emmanuelle Britton's firing highlights growing crisis as over 270 doctors seek licenses elsewhere.
Quebec doctor access worse than Ontario despite numbers
A Gazette fact-check confirms Premier Legault's claims: Quebec has more doctors per capita than Ontario, yet access to family physicians is worse. Discover the data behind this paradox.
Quebec's Bill 2 forces LaSalle pediatric clinic closure
A LaSalle pediatric clinic is closing due to Quebec's Bill 2, leaving 5,000 young patients without care. Doctors warn the new compensation model makes pediatric practices financially impossible.
Charges laid in fatal crash that killed London doctor
Criminal charges have been filed in the collision that claimed the life of Dr. Agron Alija, a respected London physician. The case highlights road safety concerns in Ontario communities.
Quebec doctors protest health reform, warn of exodus
Dozens of pediatricians protested Quebec's Bill 2, warning it will trigger a doctor exodus and cripple children's preventive care. Learn how this impacts healthcare.
How Nurse Practitioners Are Solving P.E.I.'s Doctor Shortage
As millions of Canadians lack family doctors, Prince Edward Island is leveraging nurse practitioners to bridge healthcare gaps. Learn how this innovative approach is transforming primary care.
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