Primary Care – What do we know?

In this video, Dr. Braden Manns highlights some things that are known about improving Canada’s primary care for patients, families, physicians….everyone.

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We know what works in primary care: planning, teams, and payment reform. The challenge is doing it at scale. Check out my substack for what the experts say needs to be done, and listen to Dr. Kiran’s podcast, the link is in my bio. #healthcarecanada #primarycare #ontariohealthcare

♬ original sound – bradenmannsyyc – bradenmannsyyc

Bill 11 – Threat to Public Healthcare in Alberta and Beyond

Click here or on the above image to read the letter.

A Letter From an Alberta Doctor

Check out this thread to read @RajSherman’s full letter.

Question from The Gritty Nurse

“Experts have already proven that dual-tier systems don’t fix wait times; they just prioritize profit over people. Why are we following like sheep when we should be leading the world in public health?”

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Danielle Smith is leading Alberta into a den of hungry wolves. 🐺💔 While the US faces a massive healthcare brain drain and a collapse of institutional trust, the UCP is trying to import that exact failing model to Alberta. 🏥📉 This isn’t “innovation”—it’s the “Maple MAGA” agenda in full swing. Experts have already proven that dual-tier systems don’t fix wait times; they just prioritize profit over people. Why are we following like sheep when we should be leading the world in public health? 🇨🇦✨ It’s time to stop the greed and start investing in our communities again. Share this to spread the truth. #Alberta #DanielleSmith #healthcare #public #peopleoverprofit

♬ original sound – The Gritty Nurse (Amie Varley)

Accessing Healthcare in Alberta

“‘Whether it’s not having a family doctor, whether it’s ambulances or emergency room waits, cancer care, or waitlist for surgery. They’re increasingly worried that they cannot get the help they need when they need it, and theyre worried that the changes that are happening are making that worse.'”

Click here to read the full article.

Crisis in Alberta’s Healthcare System

“‘How many more patients have to die in our waiting room before they step up and show some leadership?'”

A Shopping Spree to Remember

68 Calgary families participated in a special shopping spree at Toys R Us thanks to a joint initiative by the Starlight Foundation and Toys R Us. Check out this CTV news article to read more about this event.

Temporary Mandatory Masking Resumes

Due to increased respiratory illnesses, beginning October 29, 2024, Newfoundlanders and Labradorians will be required to wear a well-fitted medical mask in all clinical areas, including waiting rooms. Will Alberta do the same?

Click here to find out more.

Healthcare in Rural Canada

“Community hospitals across remote parts of Canada are facing challenges from staffing to funding.”

Here is a news story by CTV that highlights some of the realities associated healthcare in rural communities in Canada.