Health Archive
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Patient complaints against Ontario doctors take too long to resolve and cost too much: government report
Posted on 30.04.2018 | No CommentsThe College of Physicians and Surgeons should appoint a patient advocate to help those who file grievances, and set up a mediation system, the report urges -
RVS offers mental health program
Posted on 15.02.2018 | No CommentsRocky View Schools (RVS) has implemented a number of initiatives to help students with mental health issues navigate through the education system. -
7 ways to fix your dry, cold home this winter
Posted on 05.01.2018 | No CommentsOne expert says one way to make sure your home stays heated this winter is by sealing your windows. -
Health Co-op director to receive Order of Canada
Posted on 04.01.2018 | No CommentsDr. Tom Feasby, the medical director of the Airdrie and Area Health Benefits Co-operative (AAHBC) has been chosen to receive one of Canada’s greatest honours – he will be made a Member of the Order of Canada at a ceremony to be held in Ottawa later... -
B.C. man could lose $750K life-saving drug if his kidneys don’t improve
Posted on 25.12.2017 | No Comments"They said my kidneys have to become healthier in the three months." -
Family of Edmonton girl hospitalized after sedation speaks out ahead of dentist’s hearing
Posted on 15.10.2017 | No CommentsA three-week hearing is set to get underway in Alberta's capital to determine if an Edmonton dentist is guilty of unprofessional conduct after a young patient he sedated was later hospitalized and suffered brain damage. -
Canadian doctor shows off her health card at Bernie Sanders’ Medicare bill launch
Posted on 13.09.2017 | No CommentsA Toronto doctor who gained international attention for vigorously defending Canadian health care before a U.S. Senate committee in 2014 has thrown her support behind Sen. Bernie Sanders’ longshot bid for a similar system in the U.S. -
Health Co-op receives large grant
Posted on 14.07.2017 | No CommentsThe Airdrie and Area Health Benefits Co-operative (AAHBC) is the recipient of the largest Community Grant handed out this year by The Calgary Foundation. The grant of $145,000 will be used to further the aims of the AAHBC. -
Canadian Health Care Is Failing Our Refugees
Posted on 26.05.2017 | No CommentsSyrian refugee family, sponsored by a local group called Ripple Refugee Project, pose for photos. (Getty) By Y.Y. Brandon Chen and Vanessa Gruben Despite policy changes last April to Canada's refugee health care program, many people continue to be l... -
Ministerial Statement Vision Health Month May 2016
Posted on 16.05.2017 | No CommentsVision Health Month May 2016 -
Ontario health ministry on high alert amid global cyberattack
Posted on 13.05.2017 | No CommentsLakeridge Health in Oshawa confirms it was hit by the cyberattack that targeted institutions in 100 countries. -
Top 10 Salads For National Salad Month
Posted on 11.05.2017 | No CommentsWinter is finally behind us and we're excited to finally say goodbye to hearty comfort foods and lighten up our menus with some fresh Spring Salads. So we're thrilled that National Salad Month takes place in May. Let's give our ovens a rest and celebra...
