Alberta reviewing seniors' lodge program as vacancies threaten future of some buildings
The Alberta government is reviewing the seniors' lodge program and examining why so many rooms that could house low-income seniors are sitting vacant.
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Landmark study finds prescribing opioids dramatically reduced deaths, overdoses for drug users in B.C.
A study conducted by the B.C. Centre for Disease Control has found that prescribing medical-grade opioids dramatically reduced the rates of deaths and overdoses for drug users living in B.C.
Virtual ERs are controversial, but in rural Newfoundland, one has saved a life
Like many rural hospitals across Canada, the New-Wes-Valley health centre has been plagued by closures because there were no doctors or nurses to keep it open. The virtual-care solution, however, has saved at least one life.
N.B. adds 17 more COVID-19 deaths, child under 4 among first flu deaths, warning about strep
COVID-19 has killed 17 more New Brunswickers, including six over the holidays, while influenza has claimed nine lives. These are the first flu deaths of the season and they include a child under four, the latest data from the province shows.
Nurses union raises alarm about new overtime restrictions at Alberta Health Services
Financial troubles are prompting Alberta Health Services to cut back on overtime pay, reduce reliance on private staffing agencies and leave some jobs vacant, says a leaked memo to health leaders.
Ozempic not linked to increase in suicidal thoughts, U.S. study suggests
A large U.S. study found no evidence that taking Novo Nordisk's Ozempic or Wegovy is tied to an increase in suicidal thoughts.
B.C. to favour HPV screening in testing for cervical cancer
British Columbia is transitioning to test for cervical cancer through HPV screening, meaning patients will be able to provide samples from home and ultimately test less often if their results are negative.