According to a recent study published in The Lancet Rheumatology, cases of osteoarthritis in Canada have more than doubled in the past 30 years. The study predicts that by 2050, up to 1 billion people worldwide could be affected by this condition. Dr. Jamie Steinmetz, the author of the study, revealed that globally, cases of …
According to a recent survey conducted by the Angus Reid Institute and the Canadian Medical Association (CMA), a family doctor shortage is causing difficulties for Canadians in accessing primary care. The survey revealed that half of Canadians either do not have a primary care physician or struggle to secure timely appointments. Surprisingly, one in five …
In the field of medicine, doctors always begin by assessing a patient’s overall well-being before treating their illness. They gather information about symptoms, conduct tests and blood work, and gather any available details. This process, known as establishing a baseline, helps determine the effectiveness of the treatment. Similarly, when it comes to addressing the issues …
By Staff The Canadian Press Posted July 10, 2023 7:01 am Decrease article font size Increase article font size Provincial and territorial premiers are convening for a three-day meeting in Winnipeg on Monday, with the focus on addressing the challenges in Canada’s healthcare systems. They will be discussing how to allocate the $46 billion in …