Wait gain: Canadians are waiting longer for some procedures
By Riley Denver
Let’s face it — no one likes to wait. This is especially true when you or a loved one can’t receive...
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A snapshot of injury data available for Canada
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Moving towards different health care funding models
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In...
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Examining the “weekend effect” at Canadian hospitals
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Leaving the hospital against medical advice
Each year, thousands of patients leave Canadian hospitals against the advice of their care team. Many of these patients will be readmitted within a...
Medication Reconciliation: There to keep you safe
When it comes to health promotion and prevention, few things can keep you safer than proper medication management.
For patients, this includes ensuring you always...
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