health
Younger-skewing co-op programs aim to spark teen interest in health care
Co-op programs in health-care spaces regularly enlist post-secondary students, but some are skewing younger to target high schoolers. The hope is to spark interest in a broader pool of teens, especially those from under-represented groups, and get more of them thinking about Canada’s health-care system. Source link
Here's what happens when airline passengers have a medical emergency mid-flight
In-flight medical emergencies happen roughly once every 212 flights, according to recent research. Experts say that airlines have clear protocols in place to respond to in-flight medical emergencies, with access to trained physicians who can provide ground support in the event that flight crew aren’t able to connect with a volunteer medical professional on board. […]
What Alberta's public-private doctor plan could mean for insurance, physician burnout, nurses and more
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s plan to allow physicians to dabble both in the public and private systems at the same time would be a Canadian first, and has drawn mixed reaction from critics and supporters alike. It has also prompted a number of questions. Source link
Making a health-care complaint is tough. These tips can make the difference
For many Canadians, their experience with the health-care system is difficult or uncomfortable but it feels futile to complain. An Ontario doctor and health-care mediator has tips to successfully navigate the complaints sytem and potentially improve care for others. Source link
‘I would not have made it out’: Why online spaces matter for 2SLGBTQ+ youth
As countries around the world move to ban social media for children under 16, with Nova Scotia and Quebec considering similar legislation, some 2SLGBTQ+ youth say that restricting online access could cut them off from vital communities that allow for identity exploration and support. Source link
ByHeart baby formula recalled in Canada as infant botulism cases in U.S. climb
Canadian officials are warning the public not to consume recalled ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula because it may be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum tied to infant illnesses in the U.S. Source link
Roughly 500,000 Canadians left ERs before seeing a doctor last year, data shows
About half a million people left emergency departments across Canada before being seen by a doctor last year, according to data analysis by CBC’s Marketplace. Source link
What's the best way to improve access to psychologists in Canada?
The number of hours needed to start working as a psychologist seeing patients in Ontario could be slashed under proposed changes aimed at boosting the province’s supply of the health professionals. Source link
Study links health-care privatization with higher mortality rates
A new analysis from the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives looked at 25 countries and found those with more privatized health care fared worse on seven mortality indicators. The report comes as several provinces pursue privatizing some health-care services. Source link
Advocates calling for improved pain management for IUD insertions in B.C.
For some, IUD insertion is no problem. For others, it’s extremely painful. Source link