Tag: Healthcare Access
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New Sport Partners in the COVID Aftermath: A Swedish Long-COVID Story
Post-COVID Realities in Sweden: A Personal Account In Sweden, a growing number of people navigate life after the initial waves of the pandemic, not with a single diagnosis but with a constellation of lingering symptoms. The narrator, once a man defined by his stamina, finds his heart and vascular system no longer reliable. Tasks as…
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Mammography Delays in Abitibi-Témiscamingue Draw Scrutiny
Long Delays in Mammography Highlight Regional Gaps In October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Fondation du cancer du sein du Québec is drawing attention to troubling delays in access to mammography in Abitibi-Témiscamingue. Some patients in the region report waiting up to 30 weeks for a screening, a stark contrast to provincial targets and the…
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Alberta COVID-19 Vaccination Program Goes Live Oct 1
Overview: A Controversial Rollout Begins Alberta’s new COVID-19 vaccination program entered its first phase on October 1, marking a shift from universal free dosing to a tiered approach. The plan limits free doses to seniors in long‑term care, people aged 65 and older, frontline health workers, and individuals with underlying medical conditions. Most Albertans must…
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Epilepsy in Portugal: New Study Finds Prevalence Near 10 per 1,000
Key findings from the EpiPort study A new epidemiological study, EpiPort, coordinated by the Liga Portuguesa Contra a Epilepsia (LPCE), projects that about 100,993 people in Portugal live with epilepsy. The research calculates a prevalence of 9.76 cases per 1,000 inhabitants, a figure that more than doubles the 4.4 per 1,000 identified in a previous…
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Gaza Aid Workers Blocked by Israeli Bureaucracy System
Context: Gaza’s health system under pressure Health clinics in Gaza operate under extreme constraints, with demand far outstripping supply. The ongoing conflict, limited access to medical supplies, and fluctuating electricity add layers of difficulty to every patient encounter. In this environment, international humanitarian workers play a vital role, supplementing local staff to treat injuries, manage…
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Medical Students in Quebec Alarmed Over Delays in Education
Introduction In recent months, a wave of concern has swept through the ranks of medical students in Quebec. They are voicing their fears that new pressure tactics from specialist doctors could delay their educational journey, ultimately affecting the availability of healthcare services for the public. This situation has ignited a crucial dialogue about the intersection…
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Med Students in Quebec Fear Delays in Education
Introduction In recent weeks, medical students across Quebec have raised alarm bells regarding the potential impact of new pressure tactics employed by medical specialists. These tactics could lead to delays in their education and, ultimately, affect the accessibility of healthcare for the public. With a growing shortage of healthcare professionals, the implications of these pressures…
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Lula Joins Health Initiative at Hospital Universitário de Brasília
Overview of the Health Initiative On September 13, 2023, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva (PT) participated in a significant health initiative at the Hospital Universitário de Brasília (HUB). This event was part of the “Ebserh em Ação – Agora Tem Especialistas” project, which aims to enhance healthcare delivery and significantly reduce long patient waiting…
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Concerns Among Medical Students in Quebec Over Delays in Education
Introduction In recent months, medical students in Quebec have voiced significant concerns regarding potential delays in their educational journeys. The apprehension stems from new measures being implemented by specialist physicians that could hinder students’ progress and ultimately affect patient care. Current Situation The medical community in Quebec is currently facing a crisis due to ongoing…
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Upcoming Public Health Mobile Unit Clinics in Nova Scotia
Introduction to Public Health Mobile Unit Clinics The Public Health Mobile Unit (PHMU) is dedicated to enhancing healthcare access across Nova Scotia. By traveling to various communities, the PHMU aims to provide essential immunization and testing services to all residents, ensuring that healthcare is accessible and convenient. What Are Immunization and Testing Clinics? Immunization clinics…