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opinion: canada needs a universal pharmacare program that doesn't leave anyone behind
for pharmacare to be successful, federal, provincial and territorial governments must work together to address the barriers that prevent people from accessing medications from public reimbursement plans.
louise binder, save your skin foundation and dr. naheed dosani
opinion
jan 4 2024
according to health canada, three million canadians have reported not filling their prescriptions because they could not afford the cost.

'i am number 12' campaign reignites push to start building a rare disease strategy
it has been almost a year since the government announced an investment of $1.5 billion over three years to support a national strategy for drugs for rare diseases, with no sign of movement forward.
members of canada's rare disease community
rare diseases
jan 2 2024
canadians with rare diseases face delays in diagnosis, timely access to medication and care, stigma, isolation and even discrimination.

machado: this new year, why not resolve to take just what you can carry and leave the rest behind
buy that motorcycle, ditch the toxic peeps, decide to make decisions that make you happy, even if they scare you, and yes, love like it's your last day on this earth.
lisa machado
opinion
dec 29 2023
whatever it is you have been carrying this year, if it's not bringing you joy, and if you can do something about it — even it's hard and awkward — drop it like it's hot. getty

opinion: the moment i was no longer invisible
the canadian caregiving summit 2023 brought sibling carers out of the shadows, creating space for our stories, showcasing our contributions to caregiving and inviting our input into a national caregiving strategy.
helen ries and terrence ho
caregivers
dec 28 2023
siblings of people with disabilities play a critical role in the lifelong well-being of their brothers and sisters, but it is a role that is overlooked and undervalued.

2023 year in review: from the industry
"it takes a village" is an understatement when it comes to disease awareness, advocating for patients and offering viable solutions for the challenges within the healthcare system.
healthing.ca
opinion
dec 27 2023
caregiving responsibilities can also mean turning down promotions or leaving the workforce all together, especially in cases of intense care needs.

machado: the most wonderful time of the year is the worst for many
while you may have been doing a relatively standup job of treading the waters of grief, sadness and loneliness all year, if the carols, shiny bulbs and holiday sales are tugging at your ankles, you're not alone.
lisa machado
opinion
dec 21 2023
at the root of holiday emotional upheaval is the fact that things haven't turned out the way you had hoped, and that stinks. getty

machado: why are we so scared of asking for a second opinion?
say what you want about a patient's right to another opinion or how offended a doctor gets to be about said opinion, the bottom line is asking questions and getting more information is good for everyone.
lisa machado
opinion
dec 16 2023
asking for a second opinion is an opportunity to reassure patients and boost confidence in their treatment plan.

opinion: covid-19 is a blueprint for healthcare transformation
like covid-19, cancer requires a collective commitment from governments, regulators, payors, healthcare providers, patients and patient groups, communities, and stakeholders.
sabrina hanna, bsc.
cancer
dec 15 2023
by applying the lessons learned from covid-19, we can create a healthcare system that is not just responsive, but truly equitable, patient-centered, and prepared to face the challenges of the future. getty
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opinion: canada needs a universal pharmacare program that doesn't leave anyone behind
for pharmacare to be successful, federal, provincial and territorial governments must work together to address the barriers that prevent people from accessing medications from public reimbursement plans.
louise binder, save your skin foundation and dr. naheed dosani
opinion
jan 4 2024
according to health canada, three million canadians have reported not filling their prescriptions because they could not afford the cost.

'i am number 12' campaign reignites push to start building a rare disease strategy
it has been almost a year since the government announced an investment of $1.5 billion over three years to support a national strategy for drugs for rare diseases, with no sign of movement forward.
members of canada's rare disease community
rare diseases
jan 2 2024
canadians with rare diseases face delays in diagnosis, timely access to medication and care, stigma, isolation and even discrimination.

machado: this new year, why not resolve to take just what you can carry and leave the rest behind
buy that motorcycle, ditch the toxic peeps, decide to make decisions that make you happy, even if they scare you, and yes, love like it's your last day on this earth.
lisa machado
opinion
dec 29 2023
whatever it is you have been carrying this year, if it's not bringing you joy, and if you can do something about it — even it's hard and awkward — drop it like it's hot. getty

opinion: the moment i was no longer invisible
the canadian caregiving summit 2023 brought sibling carers out of the shadows, creating space for our stories, showcasing our contributions to caregiving and inviting our input into a national caregiving strategy.
helen ries and terrence ho
caregivers
dec 28 2023
siblings of people with disabilities play a critical role in the lifelong well-being of their brothers and sisters, but it is a role that is overlooked and undervalued.
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canadian digestive health foundation

2023 year in review: from the industry
"it takes a village" is an understatement when it comes to disease awareness, advocating for patients and offering viable solutions for the challenges within the healthcare system.
healthing.ca
opinion
dec 27 2023
caregiving responsibilities can also mean turning down promotions or leaving the workforce all together, especially in cases of intense care needs.

machado: the most wonderful time of the year is the worst for many
while you may have been doing a relatively standup job of treading the waters of grief, sadness and loneliness all year, if the carols, shiny bulbs and holiday sales are tugging at your ankles, you're not alone.
lisa machado
opinion
dec 21 2023
at the root of holiday emotional upheaval is the fact that things haven't turned out the way you had hoped, and that stinks. getty

machado: why are we so scared of asking for a second opinion?
say what you want about a patient's right to another opinion or how offended a doctor gets to be about said opinion, the bottom line is asking questions and getting more information is good for everyone.
lisa machado
opinion
dec 16 2023
asking for a second opinion is an opportunity to reassure patients and boost confidence in their treatment plan.

opinion: covid-19 is a blueprint for healthcare transformation
like covid-19, cancer requires a collective commitment from governments, regulators, payors, healthcare providers, patients and patient groups, communities, and stakeholders.
sabrina hanna, bsc.
cancer
dec 15 2023
by applying the lessons learned from covid-19, we can create a healthcare system that is not just responsive, but truly equitable, patient-centered, and prepared to face the challenges of the future. getty
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migraine canada

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