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Some doctors see COVID as a new risk factor for cardiovascular …

WebIn fact, Liu says, there is a growing movement to view COVID-19 as an additional risk factor for cardiovascular disease along with other well-known factors such …

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New COVID-19 cases rise, hospitalizations down Ottawa Citizen

WebCOVID-19 cases show rise Photo by Lynne Sladky / THE ASSOCIATED PRESS. New cases of COVID-19 showed an increase in the week ending Jan. 22, with …

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Ottawa's medical officer concerned about low covid vaccine …

WebPhoto by Tony Caldwell / Postmedia. Nearly four years into the COVID-19 pandemic, the initial rush to get vaccinated has faded, and that is leaving coverage gaps …

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Ontario to do away with sick note requirement for short absences

WebTORONTO — Ontario will do away with sick note requirements for short absences as part of a larger effort to ease the administrative burden on doctors, the …

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10,000 Perth residents risk losing primary care, NDP leader warns

WebOntario NDP Leader Marit Stiles is warning that up to 10,000 Perth and area residents are at risk of losing access to primary care because of a provincial funding …

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Doctors, officials want team-based primary care funding equal in …

WebDoctors, patients and local officials from Perth are pleading with the Ontario government to reconsider its decision to award more than $3.1 million in funding to one …

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COVID-19, flu cases continue to rise Ottawa Citizen

WebThe rate of COVID-19 infection per 100,000 people reported in the previous seven days was 19.8 per cent. The OPH respiratory and enteric surveillance dashboard …

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COVID levels remain elevated, Ottawa Public Health reports

WebThe total of deaths reported in Ottawa from COVID-19 is now 1,171 since 2020, and the number of confirmed cases is 95,543.

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Funding gives public health 'breathing room,' but future still …

WebNew funding announced by Ontario’s health minister Wednesday will give public health units breathing room as they continue to deal with the COVID-19 pandemic …

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Should doctors' free speech extend to dissenting ideas on COVID …

WebMatyas argued the case cut to the heart of free speech rights for doctors with dissenting medical views. The complaints panel heard evidence Matyas cast doubt on …

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Researchers are exploring the link between gut and mental health.

WebSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles from Elizabeth Payne, David Pugliese, Andrew Duffy, Bruce …

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Bilodeau: Traditional thinking isn't going to fix Canada's health …

WebBilodeau: Old ways of thinking aren't going to fix Canada's health care. The Canada Health Act was a good solution for its time, but hanging on to it with a kind of …

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Adam: Despite doctor shortage, politicians not focusing on health …

WebAcross the country, 252 family medicine spots went unfilled, with 116 of them in Ontario. That’s up from 103 last year. The unclaimed spots would be offered again …

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The Fall: My dad emerged broken from the hospital. Then he was …

WebThen he was gone. A longtime health reporter, Elizabeth Payne thought she understood Canada's failing health-care system. Then her dad fell. I am sitting at my …

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Public servants still facing hurdles with new Canada Life health …

WebThe Government of Canada announced a number of changes to the Public Service Health Care Plan in September 2022 to “ respond to the needs of a diverse …

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Public servants, dependants abroad waiting on health insurance …

WebRetired public servant Amanda Kennard is waiting for more than $10,000 U.S. in health insurance claims to be reimbursed. Photo by Handout / ott. Amanda …

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Ontario government tells Ottawa woman OHIP won't cover $110 …

WebAn Ottawa woman who was charged $110 for a routine cancer screening test done by a nurse practitioner has been told by the Ministry of Health that she is solely …

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'Unique' Orléans Health Hub slated to open its doors June 24

WebThe Orléans Health Hub, billed as a "unique and innovative" project putting specialized and community care under one roof, is slated to open its doors next month …

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'Who should be vaccinated

WebFor those born after 1970 and unsure of their vaccination status, Public Health Ontario (PHO), recommends getting vaccinated instead of being given a blood …

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Shop Jenny’s Closet for Kids Help Phone Ottawa Citizen

WebAt the young age of 15, Jenny Chen found solace in Kids Help Phone, a beacon of support in her darkest hours. Chen, now senior adviser, diversity, equity and …

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