Alberta Leads Health-Care Reform with European Approach
Alberta is pioneering health-care reform by adopting European funding and patient choice models to tackle long wait times and rising costs. Discover how these changes could reshape care.
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Quebec bans health care agencies in 5 regions
Quebec mandates five regions to stop using private health care employment agencies, aiming to reduce reliance on costly temporary staff and bolster the public system. Learn about the impacts.
Court Allows Medicaid Cuts to Planned Parenthood During Lawsuit
A U.S. appeals court rules Medicaid funding cuts for Planned Parenthood can proceed as lawsuit continues. The decision impacts healthcare access amid ongoing legal and political debates.
B.C. IVF funding runs out, leaving parents heartbroken
B.C.'s publicly funded IVF program has exhausted its budget, creating confusion and heartbreak for prospective parents. Learn about the eligibility issues and what it means for families.
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Alberta Bill 11: The Real Cost of Dual-Practice Health Care
Alberta's Bill 11 fuels debate on private-pay health services. Critics warn of a two-tier system, while capacity issues persist. Explore the impact on universal care in Canada.
Health Minister: Canada Can't Rely on U.S. Health Institutions
Health Minister Marjorie Michel declares a pivotal shift in Canadian health strategy, emphasizing the need for domestic resilience and reduced dependence on American institutions. Learn the details.
B.C. IVF funding runs out as demand soars
British Columbia's publicly funded IVF program has exhausted its first-year budget, creating long waiting lists and uncertainty for patients. Learn about the funding shortfall and patient struggles.
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.
Ontario Funds Private Clinics for Hip, Knee Surgeries
Ontario's PC government allocates $125 million to private clinics for hip and knee replacements, aiming to cut wait times. Analysis argues for broader two-tier health care reform.
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Canada's Health Care Crisis: 28.6-Week Wait Times
Millions of Canadians lack a family doctor as wait times hit 28.6 weeks. Fraser Institute analyst Mackenzie Moir argues for structural reform, pointing to better-performing universal systems abroad. Read more.
Gatineau residents skeptical of new Quebec doctor deal
Despite a new provincial agreement with physicians, Gatineau families like Edward Blanco-Steger's, whose doctor is leaving, fear healthcare access won't improve. Read about the local concerns.
Quebec doctors' resolve on Bill 2 supported by public
Public backing for Quebec physicians opposing Bill 2 helped push the government to an agreement. A reader shares a positive healthcare experience and hopes doctors will stay.
N.B. increases income limit for home care support
New Brunswick has announced an increase to the income threshold for accessing government-funded home care services, allowing more seniors and individuals to qualify for support. Learn about the changes and who benefits.
Quebec Doctors Vote 97% for Deal to Add 500,000 Patients
Quebec family doctors have overwhelmingly approved a new agreement with the province, a move expected to connect half a million more patients with a GP. Read the details of the landmark deal.
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Dubé's Legacy: Quebec Health System Battered and Broken
An analysis of Christian Dubé's tumultuous five-year tenure as Quebec Health Minister, marked by ambitious reforms, soaring wait times, and a system left in crisis. Discover the mixed legacy of his push for transparency and efficiency.
Trump Order May Reclassify Marijuana, Easing Federal Rules
President Trump's executive order initiates a major shift in U.S. drug policy, potentially moving cannabis to Schedule III. This change could aid medical research and reduce industry taxes. Explore the implications and political divide.
Trump Admin Seeks to End Transgender Care for Minors
The Trump administration announced sweeping plans to restrict gender-affirming care for minors, affecting Medicaid funding and redefining disability protections. Learn the details and potential impact.
Florida Sues Medical Groups Over Youth Gender Care
A landmark Florida lawsuit alleges major medical associations misrepresented science to promote youth gender transitions. This follows the Cass Review's findings of weak evidence.
McGovern Lists Trump's Failed Health Care Promises
Rep. Jim McGovern detailed years of unfulfilled pledges by Donald Trump to replace the Affordable Care Act. The House passed a GOP bill without extending key subsidies.
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Quebec doctors face hard task after Bill 2 fight
Quebec physicians reflect on their victory against Bill 2's penalties, describing trauma and a resolve to repair the damage inflicted on the healthcare system. Read their perspective.
New York to legalize medically assisted suicide
Governor Kathy Hochul announces New York will legalize medically assisted suicide with strict safeguards. The move follows extensive debate and aims to provide end-of-life options.
NY Gov. Hochul Reaches Deal on Medically Assisted Suicide
New York Governor Kathy Hochul announces a landmark agreement to legalize medically assisted suicide, marking a pivotal shift in end-of-life care policy. Learn the details and implications.
GOP Moderates Force Vote on Expiring Obamacare Subsidies
Four House Republicans defy Speaker Mike Johnson, signing a Democratic petition to force a vote on extending Affordable Care Act subsidies set to expire this month. Will the Senate act?
Quebec Doctors Vote on New Deal After Province Backtracks
Quebec's family physicians are voting on a revised agreement after the provincial government walked back controversial payment reforms. The outcome will shape primary care access across the province.
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U.S. Health Care Costs Skyrocket, Market Reform Urged
Analysis reveals U.S. health care costs have surged 155% as a share of GDP since 1970. Columnist Star Parker argues for free-market solutions like Health Savings Accounts to cure a 'sick' system.
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
Quebec Doctors' Pay Model Negotiations Resume in Weekend Blitz
Quebec Premier François Legault met with doctors' federations to restart talks on Bill 2. Negotiations enter a weekend 'blitz' phase. Read the latest.
Quebec Talks Break Down, Patient Loses Doctor
A Montreal breast cancer survivor's family doctor quit after negotiations between physicians and Quebec failed. Learn the personal impact of the healthcare stalemate.
Quebec family medicine clinics warn of closures as Bill 2 talks fail
The collapse of negotiations over Quebec's Bill 2 has family medicine groups warning of imminent clinic closures, threatening primary care for hundreds of thousands of patients. The countdown is on.
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Quebec Ends Bill 2 Talks, Doctors Warn of Exodus
Quebec's government has halted talks on Bill 2, a controversial physician payment reform. The province's family doctors' federation warns the move will worsen the healthcare crisis and drive doctors away. Read the latest.
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