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Sep 12 2024HEALTH

Doctors' SOS: Can BC's Next Government Stem the Tide of Sick Leave and Retirements?

What if the 40% of family doctors planning to retire or scale back in the next five years aren’t just burning out, but are also abandoning ship due to a lack of support from the system? It’s time to question whether the ‘tide of doctor departures’ is a crisis or a reflection of a deeper issue. Th

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Sep 11 2024HEALTH

The COVID-19 Surge: Has the Peak Passed?

Is the summer COVID-19 surge finally dipping? Or is it just a temporary reprieve? The data is mixed, but there are some early signs that the surge may have peaked. However, not all metrics are moving in the rosy direction. For instance, positivity rates are still relatively high, and COVID-19 deaths

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Sep 11 2024HEALTH

The Healthcare Evolution: Americans Open Up About Their Concerns

Are Americans finally feeling more comfortable talking to their doctors about their health concerns? A recent survey suggests yes, but not without some lingering anxieties. What if this comfort is just a facade, and there are still substantial concerns lurking beneath the surface? Take a closer look

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Sep 11 2024HEALTH

Trump's Free IVF Promise: A Pipe Dream or a Masterstroke?

As Donald Trump takes the stage, promising to make in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatments free of cost, one can't help but wonder: what's the catch? IVF is a costly procedure, with a single cycle costing over $23,000. For many women, multiple cycles are necessary to achieve a successful birth, maki

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Sep 11 2024POLITICS

Holding Andrew Cuomo Accountable for COVID Scandals: A Call to Transparency

Imagine if the former governor of New York, Andrew Cuomo, had been held accountable for his actions from the very beginning. Would over 15,000 seniors be alive today? The answer is a resounding yes. Cuomo's handling of COVID-19, nursing home scandal, and corrupt book deal is a stark reminder that a

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Sep 10 2024OPINION

Harris-Walz: A Dangerous Agenda for LGBT Americans

As President of an organization representing millions of LGBT conservatives and allies, I have a stark warning: don't be fooled by Kamala Harris and Tim Walz's attempt to reinvent themselves as moderate, pro-family Democrats who just want equality for the LGBT community. Their true agenda goes far b

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Sep 10 2024HEALTH

The Dogwood Dream: Could Community Health Centres Solve BC's Doctor Shortage?

Imagine a world where getting a doctor's appointment is as easy as visiting your local MLA's office. That's the vision the B.C. Greens are pitching with their Dogwood Model, a network of community health centres aiming to tackle the province's persistent doctor shortage. But is this a realistic so

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Sep 08 2024HEALTH

The Steward Saga: Greed, Bankruptcy and the Fallout

Steward Health Care's bankruptcy has left patients, medical professionals, and communities reeling. The Senate HELP Committee is determined to get answers from the man at the center of it all - Dr. Ralph de la Torre.What exactly went wrong with Steward? How could a massive hospital system with 30 f

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Sep 08 2024HEALTH

Surrey's New Health Hub: Training the Next Generation of Caregivers - But is it Enough?

A brand new training facility for healthcare professionals, focusing on physical therapy, occupational therapy, and midwifery, has just opened its doors at UBC in Surrey. This sounds great, right? More healthcare workers means better care for everyone. But before we get too excited, let's dig a li

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Sep 08 2024HEALTH

The Booming Mental Health Industry: Is Everyone Getting Help or Just More Bills?

The demand for mental health services is skyrocketing, and with it, the need for professionals to provide those services. A recent analysis of data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics found that employment in the mental health field is expected to grow three times faster than the average for all

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