Sask. commissioner finds doctors snooped in Humboldt Broncos patient records
The Saskatchewan Health Authority said it is also following up on the breaches and apologized to the patients and their families. Continue reading
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N.B. Department of Health announces new electronic health record system
The provincial government announced a plan to digitize medical documents in a new electronic health record system. Continue reading
Opposition calls for clarity on vendor-sponsored travel after eHealth firings
By David Baxter Reporter
Earlier this three two eHealth employees were fired for taking a vendor-sponsored trip. The involved company has received millions in government contracts. Continue reading
Medically assisted deaths in Saskatchewan now categorized as ‘unclassified’
A new regulation in Saskatchewan clarifies that in cases of a medically assisted death, the manner of death will no longer be recorded as “suicide.” Continue reading
Bill Kelly: Ontario Liberals’ track record is their worst enemy
Bill Kelly says that before Kathleen Wynne’s Liberals feel too smug about their re-election prospects, polls suggest Ontarians would rather vote for the leaderless Tories. Continue reading
Saskatchewan health card holders reminded to update with new stickers
The Saskatchewan government is reminding people to update their health card with new stickers. Continue reading
Saskatchewan government increasing fees, charges
New Saskatchewan government fee structure increases cost of hunting, fishing licences, adds penalty to companies who under-report royalty payments. Continue reading
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Report on eHealth Ontario says patients should have access to electronic medical records
Health Minister Eric Hoskins says he’ll act on a recommendation to give patients access to their electronic medical records as the province updates the mandate of eHealth Ontario. Continue reading
Online program will allow residents to view their health care information
eHealth Saskatchewan is launching a new pilot program that will allow residents from across the province to view their personal health information online through a secure website. Continue reading
Olivia and Liam top baby names in Sask.
On Wednesday, eHealth Saskatchewan released the top 20 baby names in 2015. Olivia topped the list with 80 girls and Liam with 69 boys. Continue reading