Saskatchewan healthcare
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Saskatchewanians waited longer for surgery than any other Canadians in 2021: reportWait times for knee and hip replacements were longer in Saskatchewan than in any other province last year, according to the Canadian Institute for Health Information.CanadaMay 10
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COVID-19 has more Saskatchewan doctors burnt out and contemplating retirement: survey“The survey reflects what I have been hearing from many physicians — that they have been working harder during the pandemic,” Dr. Eben Strydom saidCanadaApr 27
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Another Saskatchewan resident brings story of surgery delay to legislatureIn response, Health Minister Paul Merriman reaffirmed his commitment to expanding surgical capacity and said a new announcement should be made in the coming week.CanadaApr 26
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‘Bear pit’ questions focus on Saskatchewan health care issues at SUMA conventionThe majority of questions directed to the provincial cabinet in the SUMA bear pit were related to health care concerns, both general and regarding mental health and addiction.CanadaApr 6
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Indigenous woman hopes racist comments made at Regina General ER will result in valuable health-care lessonJanelle Orcherton was stunned by the racist treatment she says she received when she was found herself in Regina General Hospital at the end of November after a fall.HealthJan 24
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Cystic fibrosis cases in Saskatchewan on the rise, according to new reportCases of cystic fibrosis have increased faster than the overall population of Saskatchewan, according to a new report from the Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Treatment Society.HealthJun 23, 2020
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Campaign complete for Saskatchewan’s first free-standing hospiceThe Close to Home campaign raising $20 million to build Saskatchewan's first free-standing hospice is officially complete after a local family donated $1 million.HealthMay 12, 2020
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New heliport opens in Saskatoon on top of Jim Pattison Children’s HospitalThe new heliport at the Jim Pattison Children's Hospital in Saskatoon will allow STARS air ambulance to land directly on the roof of the building, allowing patients faster care.HealthJul 25, 2019
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Sask. pharmacists now able to administer flu shotsIt's that time of year again, flu shot season. But this year the province is making it easier for residents to get vaccinated.CanadaOct 29, 2015
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