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Calls for fair health care on Vancouver IslandA new group is calling for equal access to health care for people living on the northern half of Vancouver Island. As Kylie Stanton reports, they are trying to ensure people can receive care where they live.Global News Hour at 6 BCMay 29
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More health care support coming onlineThe South Okanagan-Similkameen region is set to receive more help within the local healthcare system. The region has been struggling with staffing shortages and many residents are without a family doctor. Taya Fast has more.May 29
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‘Life Cycle’ fundraising for children’s health care in AlbertaThe Stollery Children’s Hospital Foundation is teaming up with the Alberta Children’s Hospital Foundation in Calgary to move kids’ health forward across the province. Emilee Ubels, communications co-ordinator for the Stollery Children’s Hospital Foundation and Sarah Fulford, from Mattamy Homes, joined us on Global News Morning Edmonton to talk about Life Cycle.Global News Morning EdmontonMay 16
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Alberta health-care workers respond to system restructuringAfter the Government of Alberta released more details about its plan to overhaul the health-care system, frontline workers tell Global News the transition needs to be done thoughtfully to avoid disaster. Breanna Karstens-Smith reports.Global News Hour at 6 EdmontonMay 15
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Other provinces and territories buying spots for B.C. health care?Are patients in other provinces and territories jumping the health care queue in B.C. because their governments are buying spots on waiting lists? Cassidy Mosconi reports.Global News Hour at 6 BCMay 27
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Alberta unveils new health-care system structureHealth Minister Adriana LaGrange has announced that Alberta Health Services will be replaced by four new organizations later in 2024 as part of a large restructuring of health care in the province. Breanna Karstens-Smith reports.Global News Hour at 6 EdmontonMay 14
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Calls for northern Ontario health-care strategy in midst of family doctor shortageAs one family practice prepares to de-roster some 10,000 patients, medical workers in the province’s north are sounding the alarm about the need for new doctors and better access to health care. Shallima Maharaj reports.Global News at 5:30 TorontoMay 28
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Health-care workers lose COVID-19 vaccination court caseB.C. health-care workers who sued the government over the extension in the fall of 2023 of COVID-19 vaccination mandates have lost their case, with one exception. Aaron McArthur reports.Global News Hour at 6 BCMay 14
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Health care looking up in Manitoba as 106 MDs graduate from local university106 doctor of medicine graduates strolled across the U of M’s convocation stage, as the province struggles to keep up with health care needs and demands. Daisy Woelk reports on why they’re still optimistic.May 16
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Cancer survivor emphasizes importance of mental health care during diagnosisA cancer diagnosis can come with more than what patients anticipate — along with treatments to cure the disease, the process can take a toll on patients’ mental health and bodies. Health reporter Katherine Ward caught up with a young man to hear about his cancer journey.HealthApr 29
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Breaking down Ontario’s investment into primary health care providersAfter the Ontario Government announced a new investment into primary care teams, the head of the Nurse Practitioners Association of Ontario joins @Candace_Global to discuss the province’s plan.Global News Morning TorontoApr 26
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Does Geneviève Biron have what it takes to save Quebec’s health-care system?One day after Quebec revealed who will lead the province’s new Santé Québec health agency, there is a mix of optimism and skepticism about her appointment. Geneviève Biron who formerly led an empire of private health care clinics comes with a lot of experience. But does she have what it takes to help fix our...CanadaApr 30
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Quebec expanding its at-home health care program to more hospitalsQuebec is expanding its virtual home care program to more hospitals across the province. It allows people who have been hospitalized to go home sooner while still receiving care. Experts say it’s a step in the right direction but it should not be the only resource. Global’s Gloria Henirquez reports.Apr 23
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‘I Don’t Know Who You Are’: Canadian film explores HIV health care challengesM.H. Murray made his full-length directorial debut with “I Don’t Know Who You are.” He stops by with rising TIFF star Mark Clennon. Murray shares what inspired him to make this film, while Clennon reflects on his immersive portrayal of the protagonist, Benjamin. They also discuss the film’s exploration of Canadian healthcare challenges and its...The Morning ShowApr 26
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Former Health Minister Jane Philpott prescription to fix Canada’s broken health-care systemFormer health minister Jane Philpott shakes up the status quo with her bold vision for Canada’s health-care system in her new book, “Health for All.” She stops by to unveil her radical plan for a healthier nation, discussing the broken aspects of the current system, her proposal for universal primary care, and how it can...The Morning ShowApr 25
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Saint John chamber holds health care conferenceThe Chamber of the Saint John Region held a state of health care conference this week. It focused on the challenges and economics within the system. But as Nathalie Sturgeon reports, one thing is clear: there is no simple solution.Global News at 6 New BrunswickApr 17
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Saskatchewan needs to pay attention to the province’s workers: health care union presidentOn Friday, CUPE Health Care Workers president Bashir Jelloh commented on the union’s grievances saying, “Saskatchewan would rather privatize health-care support to contractors in Alberta than consider the staff in-province and it makes us feel forgotten.”Apr 19
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CUPE holds rally at Regina hospital on cost of living for health-care workersA rally was held at Regina’s Pasqua Hospital to raise awareness about the impact of the cost-of-living crisis on health-care workers.Global News at 5 ReginaApr 19
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End of deal with family doctors could jeopardize access to health care for QuebecersQuebec family doctors warn that nearly 1 million patients could soon be without access to primary. A deal that gave physicians a bonus for seeing patients without a family doctor is set to expire at the end of May. As Global’s Franca Mignacca reports, without a new deal in place, many Quebecers might be left...CanadaApr 18
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New health-care clinic for Indigenous patients sees light of day in MontrealFear of neglect, judgment and abuse are just some of the factors discouraging many Indigenous patients from seeking help. Native Montreal is opening a culturally safe family clinic for the Indigenous community. It’s the first of its kind in the city but more are in the works. As Global’s Matilda Cerone reports, the project is...HealthApr 12