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- 7/14/2021
Alberta's minister of health announces funding for Calgary's first cyclotron
Health Minister Tyler Shandro says the funding is a part of the government's $3.4 billion plan to build new health facilities, equipment and information systems across the province. - 7/14/2021
Video: 4 ways to take time off as a physician
Dr. Paul Dhillon outlines four ways in which doctors can take a break from our professional lives in order to live fuller lives. - 7/14/2021
Alberta nurses may face pay cuts
President of Treasury Board and Minister of Finance Travis Toews released a statement on July 6 saying that Alberta can no longer pay nurses their current wages as employers and the United Nurses of Alberta (UNA) begin their negotiations. - 7/14/2021
First Nations chief welcomes Quebec nurses' admission about racism in health system
The professional order, called Ordre des infirmieres et infirmiers du Quebec, said Wednesday it recognized that systemic racism existed—particularly toward Inuit and First Nations people. - 7/13/2021
EXPLAINER: Are we going to need COVID 19 booster shots?
Globally, experts are watching closely to determine if and when people might need another shot. - 7/13/2021
Montreal ER doctors say pandemic has worsened staff shortages across system
Montreal emergency room doctors say a shortage of healthcare workers that has been exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic is leaving emergency rooms overwhelmed in the eastern part of the city. - 7/13/2021
Aspirin and other common anti-inflammatory drugs could help prevent COVID-19 deaths, says pharmacy researcher
Drugs could offer safer treatment than current options to help stop worst outcomes due to hyperinflammation. - 7/13/2021
The central role of the family doctor in the diagnosis and management of fibromyalgia
Notes from a rheumatologist on what family doctors need to know about fibromyalgia and its treatment.