76,475 Canadians Have Died by MAID: A Decade of Debate
A decade after legalization, MAID accounts for 1 in 20 deaths in Canada. Proponents cite pent-up demand, while critics warn of lax safeguards and questionable practices.
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Canadian medical labs face severe staff shortages
A national association warns of critical staffing shortages in Canada's medical labs, calling for urgent funding to train the next generation of professionals. Learn about the crisis and its impact on healthcare.
Canadian Doctor Criticizes 'Closed Off' Medical Training System
An Edmonton-born physician shares her challenging journey through Canada's restrictive medical residency system, highlighting barriers for Canadian-trained doctors seeking to practice at home.
Judge stops husband's 'Death Plan' for wife with Alzheimer's
A B.C. Supreme Court judge has intervened to protect a 77-year-old woman with advanced Alzheimer's from her husband, who openly discussed a plan to end her life if she became ineligible for MAID. Read the full ruling details.
N.B. Neurological Illness Report Due in January
New Brunswick's chief medical officer confirms the final report on a mysterious neurological illness will be public in January. Get the latest details and what it means for residents.
CHEO nurse gets work permit extension, can stay in Canada
Sa'id Altawalbeh, a CHEO nurse, can breathe a sigh of relief after his work permit was extended for one year, giving his family more time to secure permanent residency in Canada. Read his story.
Ukrainians displaced by war need permanent residency path
The Ukrainian Canadian Congress calls on Ottawa to create a clear pathway to permanent residency for Ukrainians displaced by the ongoing war. Learn about their advocacy and the current situation.
Ethics of MAID for Mental Illness Debated in Parliament
As Parliament debates Bill C-218 to exclude mental illness from MAID eligibility, experts question if offering assisted death masks a failure to provide adequate mental health support and dignified living conditions in Canada.
Ontario Residency Program Expanded for International Doctors
A judge's injunction has forced Ontario to expand its medical residency program, giving internationally trained doctors like Ottawa's Ashok Kumar Biswas a renewed opportunity to practice. Read about the policy reversal and its impact on the doctor shortag
Nearly 200 Quebec Doctors Get Licences to Work in Ontario
A significant number of Quebec physicians are obtaining licences to practise in Ontario, highlighting interprovincial mobility challenges in Canada's healthcare system. Learn about the implications.
American family's Canadian immigration dream denied
A U.S. family moved to Calgary to escape political climate, but their application for permanent residency was rejected by IRCC due to age factors, highlighting Canada's stricter immigration rules.
Faulty Glucose Monitors Recalled in Canada
Health Canada issues a recall for specific FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus sensors due to potential for incorrect glucose readings. Patients advised to check lot numbers immediately.
Joey McIntyre's Festive 'Tinselcolor' Show Runs in LA Through Dec. 30
New Kids on the Block star Joey McIntyre is hosting 'Tinselcolor: Holiday Soundtracks Live' in Los Angeles. He shares details on the show, his NKOTB Vegas residency extension, and upcoming 40th year in music.
Pilots Hide Mental Health Struggles to Keep Flying
A concerning report reveals airline pilots in Canada and globally are hiding mental health conditions due to fear of losing their medical clearance and careers. Learn about the systemic risks and calls for reform.
London team provides 3D-printed orthopedic care in Gaza
A medical team from London, Ontario, is using 3D printing to create custom fixators for severe bone fractures in Gaza. This innovative approach offers critical care where resources are scarce.
Doctor's Colonoscopy Complication Leads to Permanent Damage
A Canadian physician shares his harrowing story of a post-colonoscopy hemorrhage, medical dismissal, and the permanent health consequences that followed. Learn his crucial advice for navigating healthcare.
Alberta Health Reform: Small Step, Limited Impact
Alberta's new health legislation allows private payment but maintains central control. Will this reduce wait times or just create more bureaucracy? Read our analysis.
Halifax company releases promising cancer study results
A Halifax life sciences company announces groundbreaking cancer treatment study results. Learn about this medical breakthrough and its potential impact on cancer care in Canada.
MAID accounts for 5% of Canadian deaths in 2024
New federal data reveals medical assistance in dying accounted for 5.1% of all deaths in Canada last year, with cancer being the most common underlying condition. Read the full report.
New LHSC-Shriners program eases pain for kids
A groundbreaking partnership between LHSC and Shriners Hospitals is transforming pediatric care in London, reducing travel burdens and improving pain management for young patients across the region.
Cancer primary reason for assisted deaths in Canada
New federal data reveals cancer remains the leading diagnosis for medical assistance in dying. Learn about the trends and implications for Canada's healthcare system.
Medical Record Summaries Now on YourHealthNS App
Nova Scotians can now access summarized medical records through the YourHealthNS app, enhancing virtual healthcare access. Learn about this digital health innovation.
Canadian Surgeons Return to Ukraine After 3 Years
The Canada Ukraine Surgical Aid Program completes its first mission inside Ukraine since 2022, performing complex reconstructive surgeries for war victims and training local medical teams.
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.
Philips launches web-based diagnostic viewer for medical imaging
Royal Philips launches Image Management 15, a web-based diagnostic viewer enabling radiologists to securely access and interpret medical images from anywhere, streamlining workflows.
First in Canada: Surrey man gets chronic pain implant
A Surrey man makes medical history as Canada's first recipient of an electrical device implant for chronic pain relief. Learn about this groundbreaking treatment.
Quebec Doctors Protest Bill 2 Threatening Clinics
Quebec patients and doctors unite against Bill 2 that could force family medicine clinics to close. Read how this legislation threatens healthcare access across the province.
Canadian Expats in UK: Tax Treaty Guide
Canadian citizens living in the UK face complex tax residency decisions. Learn about the Canada-UK tax treaty, implications for investments, and how to determine your fiscal domicile.
Sisters mark 50 years of living donor transplants
Two sisters share their remarkable story of life-saving transplant surgery as Canada celebrates 50 years of living donor organ donations. Read their inspiring journey.
Ontario's New Rule Dashes Hopes of Foreign Doctor
Ashok Kumar Biswas, an internationally trained geriatric specialist, faces new barriers in Ontario's medical residency system despite being encouraged to immigrate to Canada. Learn how policy changes affect healthcare.
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