Tag Archives: Health
College of Physicians and Surgeons looking into allegations against Melfort doctor
A Melfort physician faces potential discipline from the Colleges of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan (CPSS) Discipline Committee. The charges against Dr. Robert Steffen were filed on June 8. On...
Jun 18, 2024
Minister accuses Conservatives of trying to sabotage federal dental program
OTTAWA - Health Minister Mark Holland is accusing the Conservatives of trying to "sabotage" the government's dental care program by calling up dental associations and "bullying" them - accusations the...
Jun 18, 2024
Arctic caribou management board releases 10-year plan
The Beverly and Qamanirjuaq Caribou Management Board (BQCMB) has released a 10-year management plan that takes a step further by including actions other parties can take to help conserve the herds. Ca...
Jun 17, 2024
Summit Run goes the distance for Ronald McDonald House
One of Prince Albert's longest running events, is once again finding its stride.The 17th annual Summit Run was held Saturday morning and attracted participants from all over the province. The event wh...
Jun 17, 2024
Canadian diabetics first in world to access weekly insulin injections
Many people with diabetes in Canada will soon be able to take insulin once a week instead of once a day.Manufacturer Novo Nordisk says Awiqli is the first once-a-week basal insulin injection in the wo...
Jun 17, 2024
Victoria Hospital Charity Golf Classic raises funds for vital healthcare services
The 13th Annual Victoria Hospital Charity Golf Classic, held on Friday at Emma Lake Golf Course, raised $74,333.The goal of the event is to raise funds for life-saving equipment and essential services...
Jun 16, 2024
City of Melfort passes incentive for doctors to practice at Wellness Centre
The City of Melfort is increasing their effort in enticing doctors to the Wellness Centre. At a Special Council Meeting on Friday, Council passed a new Medical Clinic Incentive Policy to help bring, a...
Jun 14, 2024
Patients going without care due to nursing shortage in Manitoba First Nation
OTTAWA - The chief of a First Nation in northern Manitoba says its nursing station is operating at half-capacity, and as a result members are going without the care they need. "Health care is supposed...
Jun 14, 2024
Quebec town's bylaw requires kids to collect signatures to play in the street
LES CDRES, Que. - School is almost out, summer heat is setting in and the children of a small Quebec town southwest of Montreal will soon be able to spend their days shooting hoops in the street - if ...
Jun 13, 2024
Work to resume on Calgary water pipe after injuries; consumption continues to rise
CALGARY - Repairs to a fractured Calgary water pipe were to resume Thursday after two workers were injured at the site, while the city's mayor pleaded with residents to step up their conservation effo...
Jun 13, 2024