Health Care
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Nova Scotia still lacks policy to combat pressure sores in nursing homes
The provincial government launched an investigation into the treatment of pressure injuries at nursing homes in Nova Scotia after Chrissy Dunnington, 40, died this past spring. Continue reading
Saskatchewan family pushes for the province to modernize its back braces
By Meaghan Craig Reporter
A renewed call from a Sask. family asking the province to modernize its back braces. Continue reading
Health coalition fears job losses, service impacts if Peterborough and Lindsay hospitals amalgamate
By Greg Davis Videographer/Online Journalist
The Ontario Health Coalition fears services will be transferred between hospitals in Lindsay and Peterborough. Continue reading
Doctor shortage looming over west-end Montreal clinic
By Felicia Parrillo Reporter
A doctor shortage is looming over a west-end clinic in Montreal, where four doctors are soon expected to retire. Continue reading
Indigenous families still struggling for equal health care: Jordan’s Principle summit
First Nation families say they are struggling to get wheelchairs, beds and other health-care services for their children. Continue reading
Staffing set to change as WRHA continues health overhaul
By Timm Bruch Reporter
As the WRHA continues its health overhaul, 141 nurses will be offered a chance to make the move to departments at the Health Sciences Centre, Concordia Hospital or Victoria Hospital. Continue reading
$100 million health centre coming to Norway House
By Amber McGuckin Reporter
Norway House is set to get a new health centre after the Government of Canada announced $100 million in funding for the project. Continue reading
Nova Scotia formally signs 2016 health funding deal with federal government
The money is for improving health care for youth, those who need home care or community care and mental-health initiatives. Continue reading
N.B. Liberals pledge to build three nursing homes, add care beds if re-elected
Party leader Brian Gallant made the announcement this morning as part of an election campaign already being dominated by the issue of health care within the province. Continue reading
Walk in Winnipeg hopes to clear misconceptions about brain injuries
The Manitoba Brain Injury Association will hold their 14th annual walk Aug. 26. The association hopes to raise funds and awareness in support of people living with the effects of brain injuries. Continue reading
