Quebec family leaves ER after 5-hour wait with sick child
A Montreal mother's ordeal reveals a broken healthcare system: a 5-hour ER wait, no family doctor, and a $250 private clinic bill. Quebecers deserve better. Read her story.
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Ex-IRGC Doctor in Ontario Hopes Iran Protests Bring Change
Dr. Shahram Aazam, a former IRGC physician now in Thornhill, Ont., speaks out as Iranians in Canadian cities call for international action. Read his story and the diaspora's plea.
Alberta ER Doctor: Health Crisis Was 'Predictable'
Dr. Raj Sherman warns Alberta's health care crisis was avoidable. Get the full story on the systemic failures and the urgent call for solutions.
New Regina website links residents with accepting family doctors
A new citizen-led website, DocMiyo.ca, aims to help Regina residents find family doctors taking new patients. Created by local David Nnamdi, it addresses the ongoing primary care shortage.
N.S. Family Doctor Shortage Deepens in Latest Health Data
New data from Nova Scotia Health shows an increase in residents without a family practice. Discover the latest numbers and what it means for healthcare access in the province.
Doctor waives extradition in Ohio double murder case
Dr. Michael David McKee waives his extradition hearing, moving closer to facing murder charges for the deaths of his ex-wife and her husband in Ohio. Get the latest details.
Ontario Making Progress on Primary Care Access Goals
Ontario Health Minister Sylvia Jones announced the province is on track to connect more residents with primary care. Learn the latest on this key healthcare initiative.
New Doctors Ease Service Gaps in Watrous, Saskatchewan
Watrous residents see positive change as new physicians address emergency room closures that plagued the community. Read about the town's healthcare turnaround.
Busy flu season could lead to hospital wait times over 10 hours
A severe flu season is overwhelming hospitals, potentially causing emergency room waits exceeding 10 hours. The Ontario Medical Association warns of a concurrent family doctor shortage.
OMA Warns of Critical Family Doctor Shortage in Ontario
The Ontario Medical Association issues a stark warning about a growing family physician shortage, threatening access to primary care across the province. Learn the details and potential impacts.
Montreal Clinics Stay Open After Quebec Bill 2 Delay
Several Montreal-area medical clinics have postponed closure plans after Quebec delayed Bill 2 reforms. However, doctors warn the future remains uncertain as negotiations over payment models continue.
Lethbridge adds doctors but still faces physician shortage
Chinook Regional Hospital in Lethbridge is recruiting more physicians, yet Alberta's healthcare system continues to grapple with a severe doctor shortage. Learn about the ongoing challenges.
Virtual Doctors Keep Saskatchewan Rural ERs Open
Saskatchewan is using virtual physician technology to maintain emergency services in rural communities facing critical doctor shortages. Learn how this controversial solution is working.
Lethbridge Mayor Focuses on Doctor Recruitment, Crime Drop
Re-elected Lethbridge Mayor Blaine Hyggen outlines priorities: recruiting family doctors and building on a 19% drop in the Crime Severity Index. Learn about the city's strategy.
Heart attack leads to lifelong friendship in Montreal
A Montreal hockey historian's life was saved by a quick-thinking ER doctor. Now, they share an unbreakable bond. Read this inspiring story of friendship born from crisis.
Edmonton doctor leads Canadian Centre on Substance Use
Dr. Louis Francescutti, an Edmonton emergency physician, takes the helm at the Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction, aiming to tackle the root causes of addiction impacting Canada's healthcare system.
Canadian Doctor James Naismith Invented Basketball
Discover how Canadian-born Dr. James Naismith invented basketball in 1891 to tame unruly students, creating a global sport for over 400 million. Explore his legacy.
Doctor's Orders: Belly Laugh 2-5 Days a Week
A health expert prescribes intentional laughter as a weekly wellness routine. Discover the surprising benefits of a good belly laugh and how to integrate it into your life.
Canadian Doctor Criticizes 'Closed Off' Medical Training System
An Edmonton-born physician shares her challenging journey through Canada's restrictive medical residency system, highlighting barriers for Canadian-trained doctors seeking to practice at home.
Gatineau residents skeptical of new Quebec doctor deal
Despite a new provincial agreement with physicians, Gatineau families like Edward Blanco-Steger's, whose doctor is leaving, fear healthcare access won't improve. Read about the local concerns.
Calgary woman can't afford doctor's fee for disability form
A Calgary woman on AISH says a $420 doctor's fee prevents her from applying for the federal disability tax credit, risking a $200 monthly clawback. The deadline is February 28.
Doctor gets life for poisoning 30 patients, killing 12
Former anaesthetist Frederic Pechier receives a life sentence for poisoning patients in a bid to discredit colleagues. Read the shocking details of the French medical scandal.
Court grants review for doctor fighting $600K repayment order
An Ontario doctor has been granted a judicial review in her battle against a $600,000 repayment order related to COVID-19 vaccines. Get the latest on this developing legal case.
French Doctor Gets Life for Poisoning Patients, Killing 12
A French anesthesiologist has been sentenced to life in prison for poisoning dozens of patients, resulting in 12 deaths. The shocking case unfolded in Besançon clinics.
Winnipeg Doctor Assaulted in Hospital Emergency Department
A doctor was assaulted in a Winnipeg emergency department, highlighting ongoing safety concerns for healthcare workers. Shared Health confirms the incident occurred amid rising tensions.
Doctor gets home confinement in Matthew Perry ketamine case
A doctor involved in selling ketamine to actor Matthew Perry receives a sentence of less than a year of home confinement. Get the latest details on this high-profile case.
Surrey to Open Two Municipal Clinics for Doctor Shortage
Surrey, B.C., announces two new city-run health clinics opening in 2025 to address the critical family physician shortage. Mayor Brenda Locke leads the initiative to improve local healthcare access.
Doctor found dead in Miami Dollar Tree freezer
Miami police are investigating the mysterious death of Dr. Helen Garay, found unclothed in a store freezer. The 32-year-old anesthesiologist was a mother of two from Nicaragua.
Regina doctor accused of improper billing, patient safety risk
A Regina physician faces 10 charges of unprofessional conduct, accused of improper billing and working concurrent shifts that allegedly risked patient safety. Learn the details from the College of Physicians and Surgeons.
Doctor fights $600K repayment for COVID vaccine clinics
Kingston family physician Dr. Elaine Ma is in court fighting an order to repay over $600,000 for mass vaccination clinics she organized during the pandemic. Her case raises questions about emergency response and outdated billing rules.
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