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- 7/24/2023
Ontario rolls out programs to boost health staffing
The announcement comes as hospitals across the province grapple with a shortage of nurses that has led to dozens of temporary ER closures—the arbitrator who set hospital nurses’ new contract says there are 9,000 registered nurse vacancies. - 7/24/2023
Manitoba hires firm to recruit family physicians to the province
The Progressive Conservatives hope to recruit 150 family physicians to provide services in all areas of the province with cohorts of 50 doctors allocated for Winnipeg, northern Manitoba and rural communities. - 7/24/2023
Memorial University examines feasibility of adding 10 more medical student spots
The university issued a request for proposals to review the issue. - 7/24/2023
Metal-free dye for kidney MRIs unveiled by University of Ottawa scientists
The dye allows for more accurate mapping of kidney functions, according to a study from the university. - 7/24/2023
Gene therapy eyedrops restored a boy’s sight. Similar treatments could help millions
Antonio, who’s been legally blind for much of his 14 years, can see again. - 7/21/2023
Staying busy was always the plan—even in retirement
Toronto-based rheumatologist closes up shop to focus on other medical sidelines and more fun stuff like pickleball and travel. - 7/21/2023
#Docxit on the rise means more trouble for our health system
A bunch of stuff has come to my attention recently in my social life and on my social media feeds. I’m saddened by all of it. - 7/21/2023
The (pharmacy) funny pages: What . . . what does NSAID stand for?
Your weekly dose of giggles! - 7/21/2023
Alberta premier worries health system losing focus given diffuse roles, priorities
Alberta finished centralizing its health system 15 years ago to create AHS, but Premier Danielle Smith said the contemplated changes would not turn back the clock to a completely decentralized model. - 7/21/2023
The summer and youth mental health
Child psychiatrist Dr. Gail Beck says teens often say they just want to hang out or party in the summer but having some structure is often better for depression or anxiety.