Cockroaches Reported at Regina General Hospital
Regina General Hospital reported cockroaches in two patient rooms this October. Learn about the incident and the hospital's response to the pest control issue.
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Coroner recommendations after MAID case from bedsores
Quebec coroner investigates after quadriplegic man sought medical assistance in dying following severe hospital-acquired bedsores. New protocols recommended for patient care.
RVH alerts public to long emergency wait times
Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre in Barrie alerts patients about significant wait times due to high volume. Plan your visit accordingly and consider alternatives for non-urgent care.
Bill 2: Political Intrusion in Quebec Healthcare Exam Rooms
Bioethicist Marie-Josée Potvin warns Quebec's Bill 2 destroys patient-clinician trust by imposing political targets in medical decisions. Read why healthcare professionals are protesting.
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.
Water main break affects Winnipeg's Seven Oaks Hospital
A significant water main break near Seven Oaks Hospital in Winnipeg has disrupted medical services. Patients report being transferred to other facilities during the emergency situation.
N.B. hospitals recognized for blood saving efforts
Two Horizon Health Network hospitals in New Brunswick receive recognition for innovative blood conservation programs that improve patient outcomes and reduce healthcare costs.
Denmark compensates for Novo Nordisk vision loss
Danish authorities provide compensation to patients experiencing vision loss linked to Novo Nordisk medications. Learn about the pharmaceutical safety developments affecting Canadian consumers.
N.S. woman faces heart transplant rejection at 28
Rebecca Gillis received a heart transplant at 14. Now 28, her body is rejecting the organ as she hopes to create lasting memories and leave a legacy.
Why Families Designate a 'Problem Person'
Exploring how the 'designated patient' in families actually expresses collective distress. Learn how family therapy addresses systemic issues rather than blaming individuals.
Manitoba nurses vote on hospital 'grey list' over safety
Nurses in Manitoba are voting on whether to designate a Winnipeg hospital with a 'grey list' status due to critical safety concerns. Learn about the implications for patient care.
Hospital's 10th Anniversary Gala Raises $2.55 Million
Humber River Health Foundation's Sapphire Soirée raised over $2.55 million, with an additional $10.9M in donations announced, to fuel a decade of healthcare innovation in Toronto.
Unhoused B.C. woman discharged from hospital without shelter
A wheelchair-bound woman and caregiver allege poor treatment and unsafe discharge from Abbotsford hospital despite lacking shelter. Read the concerning details.
20-Hour ER Wait Leads to Emergency Surgery Discovery
Lori Stetina endured a 20-hour ER wait before learning she needed emergency surgery. This case highlights Canada's ongoing healthcare access challenges and emergency room delays.
Edmonton store honors teen cancer patient with trading card
Wayne's Sports Cards creates special trading card for 13-year-old Everett Misenas battling cancer during grand reopening. Heartwarming community support story.
Mom Survives Rare Disease by Managing Her Medical Care
Taylor Coffman shares how advocating for herself in hospital after rare pregnancy-triggered illness saved her life. Learn how patient empowerment can change outcomes.
Manitoba ER wait leads to emergency surgery with 19 staples
Lori Stetina endured a 19-hour wait in a Manitoba emergency room before undergoing unexpected surgery. Her story highlights Canada's healthcare crisis. Read her full experience.
Patient complaints rising in Ontario healthcare system
Ontario's ombudsman reports significant increase in patient complaints about healthcare services. Learn about the concerns and what it means for healthcare access.
Ottawa Hospital ER Wait Times Exposed
New data reveals emergency room wait times at Ottawa hospitals. Learn what patients face and how the healthcare system is responding to increasing demands.
NB Hospital to Pay $5K for French Language Rights Violation
A New Brunswick hospital must compensate a patient $5,000 after staff failed to provide services in French, highlighting ongoing official language rights enforcement in Canada's only bilingual province.
$30M Endoscopy Suite Coming to Moncton Hospital
The New Brunswick government is making a major healthcare investment with a new $30 million endoscopy suite at Moncton Hospital, promising reduced wait times and enhanced diagnostic capabilities for patients across the region.
Durham Hospital Expands Services, Reduces Patient Travel
Durham's hospital is undergoing a significant transformation with new specialized services that will keep local patients closer to home, reducing travel burdens for families across Ontario.
Bill 2: Strike 3 for Quebec Health Care?
Quebec's health care system faces a potential triple threat under Bill 2, with experts warning of devastating consequences for patient care and medical privacy rights across the province.
Saskatoon Family's Hospital Hallway Healthcare Horror
A Saskatchewan family shares their traumatic experience with hallway healthcare at RUH, calling for systemic reforms after their loved one spent days receiving treatment in public corridors.
Cancer patient spends 6 days in hospital hallway
A Saskatchewan cancer patient's heartbreaking ordeal reveals healthcare system cracks as she spends nearly a week receiving treatment in a busy hospital hallway.
Nova Scotia ER Patients Wait 70+ Hours for Beds
Shocking new data reveals Nova Scotia emergency room patients are waiting more than three days for hospital admission, exposing a deepening healthcare crisis in Atlantic Canada.
German Nurse Gets Life for Murdering 10 Patients
A former German nurse has been sentenced to life in prison for the murder of 10 patients in a disturbing case that has shaken Germany's healthcare system. Discover the chilling details of how he manipulated medical records and administered lethal drug ove
Missing 79-year-old Windsor woman found safe by police
LaSalle Police successfully locate missing elderly woman with dementia after community-wide search effort. The senior has been reunited with family.
Southlake's Therapeutic Patio Revolutionizes Mental Health Care
Newmarket's Southlake Regional Health Centre is transforming patient care with a state-of-the-art therapeutic patio designed specifically for mental health patients, featuring enhanced safety and comfort elements.
Quebec's Bill 2: Healthcare Trust in Crisis
Quebec's proposed health system reforms threaten the foundation of patient trust and medical professional autonomy. Learn why Bill 2 could destabilize healthcare.
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