Cancer patients in Canada should not be dying to be a priority
People in Canada living with cancer, and their loved ones, are counting on federal, provincial and territorial health ministers to improve access to timely cancer care and treatment.
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Here are two major ways Canada can significantly increase its supply of family doctors
The federal government can enhance funding to the Medical Council of Canada to asses foreign doctors, and provinces can boost investment to increase their output of graduating physicians.
Minister Holland has made positive pharmacare first steps, but stumbled on Health Act letter’s virtual care commission, say sector experts
The clock is ‘loudly ticking’ on a likely federal election in the spring, and it’s important pharmacare deals are signed with the provinces and territories before that happens, says the Canadian Health Coalition’s national director.
Canada should stand firm against the assault on the World Health Organization
Despite its imperfections, the WHO has delivered historic successes, which are only possible through the concerted efforts of all nations.
It is time the feds make the long-awaited diabetes device fund a reality
The fund can help alleviate the financial burden weighing on those living with diabetes, and eliminate regional inequities in access.
The future of long-term care in Canada: a call for better care through health equity
Future agreements must require health equity plans with targets for delivering the diverse care needed in each jurisdiction.
Beyond long-term care: Canada’s missing link in seniors’ care
Not all seniors need long-term care, so the federal government must act now to fill this critical housing gap.
New Canada Health Act interpretation letter misses the mark on virtual care
Publicly funding medically necessary virtual care would improve access for all Canadians, not just those fortunate enough to have stable jobs with benefits.
Solving the health-care workforce shortage
Canadians deserve to feel confident that their government is listening and improving their access to health care.
