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The cutest box of crayons ever found in a hospital
Halloween is in the rearview this year, but we couldn't help but share some more NICU babies, this time from the Misericordia Community Hospital in Edmonton.
Ontario doctors call for reform, central intake, on access to specialized care
OMA president Dr. Rebecca Hicks says a recent survey shows one third of patients with a chronic condition are waiting six months or longer to see a specialist.

Walmart Canada expands pet prescription services to include veterinary drugs

The retailer's PetRx service will now dispense medications developed specifically for animals.
Family of First Nation woman who died amid lack of medical travel asks for OPP probe

Eva Mamakwa said her 31-year-old daughter, Miranda Mamakwa, died in September after Indigenous Services Canada’s non-insured health benefits program did not arrange travel for her followup appointments after the April surgery.
Superheroes rappel down to bring Halloween magic to McMaster Children's Hospital

Members of the Hamilton Police Service rappelled down the side of the hospital building while dressed up as comic book icons, putting on a show for patients, family members and hospital staff.
Calgary-developed wound treatment used on the battlefield in Ukraine

‘That wound can heal without consistent nursing intervention.’
RFK Jr. eases access to unproven peptides despite opposition from FDA scientists

The policy directs the FDA not to take action against specialty pharmacies that sell a half-dozen wellness peptides, including BPC-157, TB-500 and KPV.
Turning the NICU into a pumpkin patch

Hospitals across the country are getting in on this adorable Halloween tradition!
Manitoba gains ground on doctor recruitment but specialist shortage persists

Annual data from Doctors Manitoba shows the province now has 235 physicians for every 100,000 residents.
CFPC members pass bylaw reforms over board alternatives

Five of six bylaw amendments suggested by FPs pass at the annual meeting.
Five years, no vape flavour ban: Doctors and pharmacists associations want action from Ottawa

Restrictions were first proposed in 2021 to get fruity and other sweet flavours off that market.
Poll says long wait times led half of Canadians to avoid going to the hospital

The percentage of respondents who say they avoid consulting doctors because of wait times is highest among women, people over 55 and Quebecers.