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- 10/12/2020
Proposed policy changes would require Alberta doctors to 'stagger' departures
The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta is asserting the move is to ensure patients don't suffer from physicians' sudden departure and is continuing to gather feedback from doctors on the policy. - 10/12/2020
Indigenous Services Minister calls emergency meeting with Indigenous leaders on racism in healthcare
As Canada stares down second wave of COVID-19 and braces for flu season, Miller expressed major concerns that Indigenous peoples won't feel safe seeking care. "Why in the hell would I go and get a flu vaccine if I was going to be treated like garbage?" - 10/12/2020
Alberta FP says Catholic healthcare provider failing to provide end-of-life care by refusing MAID
Dr. Derie-Gillespie said the refusal creates unnecessary barriers and can cause considerable stress to a patient who must be moved to access MAID - 10/12/2020
Canada’s first VUSE store offers 'less risky products'
Imperial Tobacco Canada is cashing in on the country’s vaping craze and has opened the first of what will likely be many VUSE retail stores. - 10/12/2020
Epidural anesthesia during labour may increase risk of autism spectrum disorders in children
Study finds 37% increased risk of autism spectrum disorders, with risk increasing with longer duration of epidural anesthesia. - 10/12/2020
Ontario pharmacists juggle flu shots, COVID-19 testing and impending launch of minor ailments
No shortage of vaccine, says the OPA, despite reports of individual pharmacies running low on supplies in first week. - 10/11/2020
Flu vaccine fiasco
Apparently, the Ministry of Health (MOH) sends out flu vaccine directly to pharmacies across Ontario. Individual pharmacists have vaccine shortly after the MOH release. Every year, doctors complain, “Why do all the pharmacies have flu vaccine and we have none?” - 10/8/2020
Ontario doctor says appointment-based COVID-19 testing leaves vulnerable people behind
Ontario's Health Minister, Christine Elliot told reporters on Wednesday that she recognizes the potential difficulties for vulnerable communities that come with the switch.