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Government of Canada signs two bilateral agreements with Quebec to support initiatives to improve health care

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
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Today, the Honourable Mark Holland, Canada's Minister of Health, announced the signing of two bilateral agreements to invest more than $3.7 billion in federal funding to improve health care in Quebec.

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  • Today, the Honourable Mark Holland, Canada's Minister of Health, announced the signing of two bilateral agreements to invest more than $3.7 billion in federal funding to improve health care in Quebec.
  • The Government of Canada will initially provide $2.5 billion to support Quebec's Department of Health and Social Services' 2023-2027 strategic plan.
  • This will enable the sharing of best practices and ensure continuous improvement of the health care system.
  • This will improve the transparency of results, help manage public health emergencies, and ensure that individuals can access their own health information, which will be shared among health care workers in all health care settings.

Time Running Out on Looming Seniors’ Housing Crisis: AdvantAge Ontario

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Sunday, February 25, 2024
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“Right now, there’s a massive housing void for older adults who need more care than they can get at home but who are not ready for long-term care.”

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  • “Right now, there’s a massive housing void for older adults who need more care than they can get at home but who are not ready for long-term care.”
    Government must address this housing ‘missing middle’ by providing more supportive housing for older adults, according to AdvantAge Ontario.
  • Supportive housing is similar to retirement housing in that residents are offered a range of services such as meals, activities, security checks and help with personal care.
  • Elders who don’t have access to supportive housing often ultimately end up in hospitals, then become crisis admissions to long-term care homes.
  • “And time is running out.”
    AdvantAge Ontario is the voice of not-for-profit seniors’ care in the province, representing more than 500 long-term care, seniors’ housing, supportive housing and community service agencies.

Rehabtronics Selected by Praxis Spinal Cord Institute to Launch Prelivia Pilot Program with Providence Health Care Ventures, Pioneering Innovative Solutions to Combat Pressure Injuries

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024
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Pressure injuries are a common medical complication of paralysis and immobility, and people living with Spinal Cord Injuries (SCI) are at an elevated risk of developing them.

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  • Pressure injuries are a common medical complication of paralysis and immobility, and people living with Spinal Cord Injuries (SCI) are at an elevated risk of developing them.
  • Praxis Spinal Cord Institute, a global leader in spinal cord injury research and innovation, has recognized the expertise and commitment of Rehabtronics in advancing technology related to pressure injuries for people with SCI.
  • "We are thrilled to be selected by the Praxis Spinal Cord Institute for this important initiative," said Rahul Samant, CEO at Rehabtronics.
  • We look forward to working with the Praxis Spinal Cord Institute and Providence Health Care Ventures in accomplishing our shared vision of transforming pressure injury care."

Health Workforce Canada established to improve health workforce data and planning

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023
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More than ever, there is a need to improve health workforce planning and to better share knowledge and experience to recruit and retain health workers across the country.

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  • More than ever, there is a need to improve health workforce planning and to better share knowledge and experience to recruit and retain health workers across the country.
  • That is why the Honourable Mark Holland, Canada's Minister of Health, welcomed the establishment of Health Workforce Canada (HWC).
  • Health Workforce Canada will help us better understand the root causes of health workforce issues by understanding data gaps and supporting planning efforts for the future.
  • HWC will operate as an independent, not-for-profit organization working with the broad network of health workforce partners across Canada to provide advice on health workforce data development.

Dr. Verna Yiu appointed to EPCOR Board of Directors

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023
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EDMONTON, AB, Nov. 1, 2023 /CNW/ - EPCOR Utilities Inc. (EPCOR) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Verna Yiu to its Board of Directors.

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  • EDMONTON, AB, Nov. 1, 2023 /CNW/ - EPCOR Utilities Inc. (EPCOR) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Verna Yiu to its Board of Directors.
  • "Dr. Yiu is highly recognized for her dedication and leadership in the fields of medicine and academia, as well as for her commitment to advancing the health and outlook of the patients in her care and the communities she serves," said Janice G. Rennie, EPCOR Board Chair.
  • We are fortunate and pleased to welcome her to our Board."
  • In addition to previous faculty leadership roles at the University of Alberta, Dr. Yiu served as the Executive Vice-President and Chief Medical Officer (2012-2016) and then as the President and CEO (2016-2022) of Alberta Health Services.

TELUS Friendly Future Foundation launches national auction to support youth mental health

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023
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VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TELUS Friendly Future Foundation’s third-annual Friendly Future Online Auction launches today, with one hundred per cent of proceeds going directly to Canadian charities that promote youth mental health and well-being. Recent research from the Canadian Institute for Health Information estimates that up to 20 per cent of children and youth in Canada are affected by a mental health disorder. Amidst the ongoing youth mental health crisis, TELUS Friendly Future Foundation provides support to charities in communities across Canada that provide under-served youth with access to the resources they need to learn, make connections, and stay healthy, opening up new opportunities for them to reach their full potential.

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  • The Friendly Future Online Auction runs now until November 7, with one hundred per cent of proceeds going directly to charities that promote youth mental health and well-being across Canada
    VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TELUS Friendly Future Foundation’s third-annual Friendly Future Online Auction launches today, with one hundred per cent of proceeds going directly to Canadian charities that promote youth mental health and well-being.
  • Amidst the ongoing youth mental health crisis, TELUS Friendly Future Foundation provides support to charities in communities across Canada that provide under-served youth with access to the resources they need to learn, make connections, and stay healthy, opening up new opportunities for them to reach their full potential.
  • Since the inaugural Friendly Future Online Action in 2021, the Foundation has raised more than $250,000 through this event in support of charities across Canada that address youth mental health and foster a sense of belonging.
  • “At TELUS Friendly Future Foundation, we are committed to helping youth feel like they belong, in order to reach their full potential.

Pandemic sees hospital staffing challenges grow and rates of unintentional harm increase

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Thursday, October 19, 2023
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The report, Hospital staffing and hospital harm trends throughout the pandemic ,uses costing and administrative data to compare pandemic trends with pre–COVID-19 times.

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  • The report, Hospital staffing and hospital harm trends throughout the pandemic ,uses costing and administrative data to compare pandemic trends with pre–COVID-19 times.
  • In 2022–2023, the pan-Canadian rate of unintentional hospital harm was 6%, the third year in a row there was an increase compared with pre-pandemic numbers.
  • "While there are many things that impact hospital harm rates, we know there is a link between staff well-being and patient safety."
  • It is meant to complement information — like staffing data — to help organizations find ways to further reduce potentially preventable harm by implementing evidence-based practices."

DocVilla EMR Enhancements with Latest Upgrades for Medical Practitioners and Patients

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023
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WILMINGTON, Del., Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In a consistent effort to elevate the quality of healthcare services and streamline patient-practitioner interactions, DocVilla, #1 Ambulatory EHR and Practice Management software, is proud to announce a series of substantial upgrades to its platform over the past two months. These releases underscore DocVilla's commitment to technological innovation and its dedication to improving the healthcare experience for all stakeholders. The most recent enhancements encompass a range of features designed to enhance practitioner capabilities and provide patients with a more informed and engaged healthcare journey. The highlights of these upgrades include:

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  • By continuously harnessing technology's potential, DocVilla aims to empower medical practitioners, enhance patient experiences, and reshape the landscape of modern healthcare.
  • For a firsthand experience of these enhancements, practitioners are invited to explore DocVilla's Free No Obligation demo, a testament to its commitment to transformative healthcare solutions.
  • "At DocVilla, we are dedicated to harnessing the transformative potential of technology to empower practitioners in delivering top-tier healthcare to their patients," stated Bryan Smith, VP of Engineering at DocVilla.
  • Practitioners and healthcare providers interested in experiencing these upgrades firsthand are encouraged to register for a free No Obligation demo , and discover why thousands of practices trust and rely on DocVilla.

Pan-Canadian collaboration to support health workforce planning for physicians in Canada

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Monday, September 11, 2023
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Factors impacting the number of physicians practising in Canada over 20 years — a summary look at various aspects of physician supply and demand — was released by CIHI today.

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  • Factors impacting the number of physicians practising in Canada over 20 years — a summary look at various aspects of physician supply and demand — was released by CIHI today.
  • Projection models rely on a number of data sources and can be adjusted to measure the impact of different factors on the supply of physicians across the country.
  • This, along with more comprehensive data about other health care providers, will allow for better planning and allocation of resources."
  • Factors impacting physician supply and demand can include the number of physicians anticipated to retire, the number of graduates starting their specialty training, health care worker distribution, population density, population health status and health system use trends.

New Research Shows Potential Role for Mangos in Supporting Vascular Health and Antioxidant Activities

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023
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BOSTON, Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mangos are one of the most popular fruits1 in the world, grown in more than 100 countries2 globally and consumed by an extremely diverse population. Now, two new studies funded by the National Mango Board and presented as posters during the American Society for Nutrition's Annual Conference (Nutrition 2023) show mangos may play a role in risk reductions for vascular issues while helping to improve antioxidant levels among relatively healthy adult men and women who are overweight or obese.

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  • Mangos are one of the most popular fruits in the world, grown in 100+ countries and consumed by a diverse population.
  • "It's likely the unique matrix of vitamins and bioactive compounds synergistically working together that resulted in our findings," says Young Hong.
  • Following the first 12 weeks, participants took a 4-week washout break then switched groups and consumed the alternate snack for another 12 weeks.
  • Findings from the second study show a significant increase of glutathione peroxidase (GPX), a powerful antioxidant enzyme.