Category : Healthcare Policy


Casey Means Senate Hearing for Surgeon General Role

Wellness influencer Dr. Casey Means testified before the Senate health committee in a pivotal confirmation hearing for the U.S. surgeon general position, highlighting her background and vision for public health.

B.C. Budget's Long-Term Care Deferral Sparks Outcry

British Columbia's decision to postpone publicly funded long-term care projects in the provincial budget has drawn sharp criticism from residents concerned about aging populations and healthcare accessibility.

Abortion Hotline Doctor Juggles Calls and Toddler Post-Roe

Dr. April Lockley, medical director of the Miscarriage and Abortion Hotline, fields dozens of daily calls while caring for her 3-year-old daughter. Since Roe v. Wade fell, she's seen a dramatic shift from medical concerns to fears of criminalization.

Family Seeks MAID Changes After Son's Euthanasia

The family of Kiano Vafaeian, a 26-year-old diabetic man with mental health issues, calls for changes to Canada's medical assistance in dying program after his euthanasia in British Columbia.

B.C. IVF Funding Capped at $34M as Demand Outpaces Supply

British Columbia's budget maintains but does not increase funding for its oversubscribed in vitro fertilization program, keeping it at $34 million annually despite growing waitlists and comparisons to Ontario's expanded investment.

Senate Report: Recruit Bilingual Health Workers

A new Senate report calls for Canada to prioritize recruiting bilingual health professionals to address language barriers and improve care access in official language minority communities.

Refugee Health Costs Hit $1B, Covering Rejected Claims

Canada's Interim Federal Health Program for refugee claimants will cost taxpayers $1 billion this year, with benefits extending even to those whose claims have been rejected, according to Parliamentary Budget Officer analysis.

Canada's Refugee Health Program Hits $1 Billion Annually

A Parliamentary Budget Officer analysis reveals Canada's Interim Federal Health Program for refugee claimants now costs $1 billion yearly, with benefits extending to rejected claimants and surpassing coverage for many citizens.

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