Epidural Shortage

• P.E.I. hospital warns of reduced epidural access among labour shortages

  The province says in a news release that Prince County Hospital in Summerside, P.E.I., has only one anesthetist, who may not be available between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. until Sept. 2.

  Health

  Aug 26, 2022
  
• Some Toronto hospitals report epidural catheter shortage as global supply issues persist

  As the global supply issues regarding epidural catheters continue, some hospitals in the Toronto-area are beginning to report shortages.

  Health

  Aug 9, 2022
  
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• London Health Sciences Centre steady with epidural supply but plans for future

  According to the Ontario Ministry of Health, the shortage is due to a supply chain issue from one component of the epidural catheter kit.

  Canada

  Aug 4, 2022
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• Lack of communication on epidural shortage ‘frustrating,’ doctors say

  Dr. Lucie Filteau said “murmurings” of a shortage of the tubes, or catheters, began recently on a private online page of about 300 anesthesiologists across the country.

  Canada

  Jul 28, 2022
• Expectant parents bracing for epidural shortage in Saskatchewan

  For those expecting a little bundle of joy in the next few weeks, the SHA urges them to discuss pain management options with their care provider due to epidural supply shortages.

  Health

  Jul 21, 2022