Paramedics in Canada are consistently experiencing instances of physical abuse, verbal abuse and sexual assault while on the job. Researchers are now trying to figure out the scope of the problem, and its impact on those in the profession.
With criminal networks shifting to domestic production of fentanyl and other opioids, the focus at Canadaâs borders has now shifted to the chemicals used to make the deadly drugs.
The family of a Deer Lake First Nation boy who was denied medical transportation coverage because he didn’t yet have an Indian status card is calling for changes to the Non-Insured Health Benefits program. It comes as health-care workers and community leaders in northwestern Ontario say problems with the federal program are leading to poor health outcomes for First Nations people.
