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Winnipeg couple voices concerns over personal care home rates in ManitobaTwo Winnipeggers are speaking out over what they’re calling unaffordable personal care home charges.Global News at 6 WinnipegJun 18
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Global News at 6 Winnipeg: June 18Violent crime in Winnipeg is on the rise, according to the police service’s annual numbers. Plus: Two Winnipeggers are speaking out over what they’re calling unaffordable personal care home charges. And finally, a new streaming service exclusively airing Indigenous content is live and their hope is that it only gets bigger and better.Global News at 6 WinnipegJun 18
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New $66 million personal care home slated for Lac du Bonnet, Man.The Province of Manitoba says it intends to fund the building of a new personal care home in Lac du Bonnet.PoliticsMar 21
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Quebec unveils new measures to help mental health patientsNew measures will be used to treat mental health patients and reduce the amount of time they spend in hospitals. The goal is to improve personalized care and treat more patients in the comfort of their homes. As Global’s Amanda Jelowicki reports, health care professionals have been waiting a long time for these changes.Apr 15
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New Brunswick senior pens book about living in long-term care homeA New Brunswick senior has written a book about some of the challenges and joys of transitioning to a room in long-term care from her home. As Shelley Steeves reports, she hopes to help other seniors and policy makers see things from a more personal perspective.Global News at 6 New BrunswickFeb 1
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University of Calgary study helps kids and families stay active during cancer treatmentA new University of Calgary study hopes to shift the way exercise is used in kids’ cancer care. As Meghan Cobb reports, researchers are using a personalized approach to keep kids active during treatment.Global News Hour at 6 CalgarySep 12, 2023
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Manitoba spending $3.3M on new home care program for seniorsThe Manitoba government is spending $3.3 million on a new home care program for seniors. The hope is to boost seniors’ independence and shrink the disproportionate number who are prematurely put in personal care homes.Aug 1, 2023
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Manitoba auditor general says abuse in care homes occurred, investigations flawedManitoba’s auditor general says there have been cases of physical or sexual abuse in personal care homes that have been the subject of flawed investigations and wrong conclusions.Jul 26, 2023
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WRHA on app to improve home care scheduling and communication, numbers around job vacanciesKeeping that personal health information safe, but also having all that client information ready at their fingertips.” WRHA Director of Centralized Home Care Luba Bereza explains how a new app could transform scheduling and communication, and discusses staff vacancies.Jul 27, 2023
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The New Reality: May 6More than 55 million people worldwide are living with dementia and that’s expected to double every 20 years. On this week’s episode of The New Reality, Farah Nasser looks at how we care for our loved ones with cognitive decline. First, we take you inside Canada’s first dementia village in Langley, British Columbia and speak...The New RealityMay 6, 2023
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N.B. group calling for pay equity in the provinceThe provincial government allocated nearly $45 million for wage increases for personal support workers, as part of the New Brunswick budget. It’s hoped the bump will help with staffing shortages in special care homes. While the money comes with gratitude from most, one group is looking for equal pay. Zack Power reports.Global News at 6 New BrunswickApr 21, 2023
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Lester B. Pearson program helping fill the void for Quebec orderliesIt’s no secret that Quebec’s health care system is in dire need of staff. That was made even more apparent during the COVID-19 pandemic, especially in long-term care homes. The Lester B Pearson school board is helping fill the void, accrediting newly trained orderlies. Global’s Felicia Parrillo reports.CanadaApr 13, 2023
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Spring into beautySpring cleaning isn’t just for your home — your skin and hair take a beating over the harsh winter months, and could use a refresh too. Beauty and style expert Lisa Kisber joins Global’s Laura Casella with some timely personal care tips.Global News Morning MontrealMar 22, 2023
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Women’s health data gap can skew AI resultsArtificial Intelligence can be a powerful tool in the health-care sector, synthesizing large amounts of data to spot new trends, all the while helping doctors make informed and educated decisions. But when it comes to information about women and their own personal health, experts say there’s a gap. Katherine Ward explains.HealthMar 11, 2023
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Coronavirus: Manitoba health officials declare an outbreak at a personal care homeDr. Brent Roussin, Manitoba’s chief public health officer said on Friday that an outbreak has been declared at Rideau Park Personal Care Home in Brandon after a health-care worker tested positive. He added the risk is assessed to be low but the site has been moved to the Red (critical) level on the Pandemic Response...CanadaAug 27, 2020
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B.C. facility to produce N95-equivalent masksA B.C. company is hoping to kick start competition for medical-grade Canadian-made face masks that are essential for health-care workers. Robin Gill reports on the race to create personal protective equipment.Global NationalSep 28, 2020
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New poll shows what Canadians want Parliament to focus onCanada’s 44th parliament will convene for the first time Monday and there will be plenty on the agenda to occupy the government In polling exclusive to Global News, Canadians say they want to see movement on affordability issues with this parliament, with 33 per cent making that their top issue. The COVID-19 pandemic and health...CanadaNov 22, 2021
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Manitoba care home outbreaks increase10 more personal care homes in Manitoba have declared COVID-19 outbreaks.Jan 7, 2022
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N.B. reports 40th death since COVID-19 pandemic beganA fourth person this week has died from COVID-19 at a Grand Falls, N.B. special care home. This marks the 40th death in the province so far in this pandemic. Silas Brown has more.CanadaMay 6, 2021
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Personal care homes in Manitoba need time to accommodate indoor visits againAfter being given the green light yesterday to once again welcome visitors into facilities – in a limited fashion and with strict health guidelines in place – people involved with personal care homes say it’s going to take some time to get things set up. Global’s Joe Scarpelli reports.Jun 23, 2020