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Long before collaborative-health centres became a trend, the model was thriving in Halifax’s north end. The idea started in 1971 and has since evolved into a community hub. “There was no health facility in this part of the woods,” said…

In an international survey of seniors in 11 countries, Canadian seniors reported the lowest satisfaction with the overall quality of the health care they received. Despite this, Canada’s seniors report better perceived health than the international average. Full article at:…

The heart is complex and mysterious, but an ECE-led research team aims to increase our understanding of it using math. Coronary artery disease — the buildup of plaque in the heart’s arteries — is the second leading cause of death…

If we want a healthier Canada, we should spend less on health care. That’s the counterintuitive conclusion of a new study. But, of course, there’s a catch: To reap the benefits, we need to spend the savings on social programs…

Three years ago, a Toronto hospital installed its first black box in an operating room. Now the doctor behind that project is bringing the devices to hospitals in Ottawa. Teodor Grantcharov has been testing his boxes — made up of cameras and microphones…

Opinion: There is an unfolding health-care crisis in Ontario that requires serious action. The problem is felt acutely during cold and flu season. We have each seen the signs in recent years, and heard the stories: surgeries cancelled at the…

Members of the Ontario Hospital Association (OHA) will make a trip to Queens Park on Thursday in the hopes of securing more funds for what they call “a sector on the brink” In a seven-page pre-budget submission for 2018, the…

At least half of the world’s population cannot obtain essential health services, according to a new report from the World Bank and WHO. And each year, large numbers of households are being pushed into poverty because they must pay for…

A few weeks ago, my wife and I attended the Country Classic Auction, an incredible charitable event held annually to raise money for the London Health Sciences Foundation. This year, there were over 1,200 attendees who collectively donated millions of…

The Strengthening Quality and Accountability for Patients Act, 2017, supports Ontario’s Patients First: Action Plan for Health Care and will ensure that patients continue to receive quality and accountable health care services. The 10 pieces of legislation included are: Health…