Lymphedema
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N.S. premier apologizes to women who fought in court for out-of-province operationsThe court criticized government for what it calls a flawed, discriminatory and unfair process that led to two women being rejected for coverage of out-of-province treatments.HealthNov 1
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Nova Scotia woman fighting chronic illness says health-care system is failing herA Nova Scotia woman fighting a painful chronic health condition says the next leader of the provincial government needs to help people who require specialized care.HealthNov 1
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N.S. woman with painful condition seeks MAID amid battle to fund surgical treatmentShe has lymphedema in her legs, a condition in which tissues swell from the accumulation of fluids normally drained through the body's lymphatic system.HealthSep 20
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‘It’s misery:’ N.S. women fight province for out-of-country health coverageTwo Nova Scotia women are seeking a judicial review of decisions made by the health department to refuse out-of-country coverage for their surgeries.HealthAug 5, 2022
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Calgary boy joins global movement to spread awareness about rare conditionTristan Tocila was born with primary lymphedema, a disorder that causes swelling in the left side of his body and his right foot.CanadaMar 5, 2021
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New Saskatchewan pilot project targets breast cancer patientsThe Saskatchewan government has announced a new program designed to improve services for breast cancer patients.HealthMay 26, 2016
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Calgary mother looking for Lymphedema cure outside of Canada to help sonAt first glance, Tristan Tocila appears to be like every other three year old. But if you look a little closer, you can see some differences. It's because he has what's called primary Lymphedema and it can have serious consequences if left unchecked.Feb 22, 2015
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