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2024-03-20 | Conversations around generational differences in the workplace are becoming increasingly common. Contentious issues around working expectations and treatment are happening across many fields, including healthcare. Nurses, in particular, have faced many... |
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2023-12-20 | Trauma-related injuries are severe and can often lead to long-lasting adverse patient outcomes such as physical damage, mental health struggles, diminished quality of life, and even death. In fact, it is one of the leading causes of death both nationwi... |
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2023-12-14 | What do you think when you hear the words “Bill 60”? For years, public versus private healthcare has been a topic of debate. But how much do we really know? Tune in to hear Dr. Allin, Director of the North American Observatory on Health Systems and Po... |
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2023-11-22 | In an era where medications like Ozempic are gaining popularity for their off-label use as weight loss drugs, the dialogue on societal perceptions of weight and health is increasingly relevant. Listen in on our thought-provoking discussions featuring A... |
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2023-10-24 |
#119: Clinical and Cultural Perspectives on Rural Family Medicine Canadians in rural areas make up one-fifth of the population yet are served by only 8% of the physician population. With limited access to primary care, mental health care, and specialist care, rural Canadians experience worse health outcomes compared ... |
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2023-09-27 | In this two-part episode, we discuss two very important topics related to Women’s Health; Endometriosis and Cervical Cancer. Please listen to Part 1 if you haven't already! Cervical cancer is a very common cancer among young women. Early detection, p... |
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2023-09-27 | In this two-part episode, we discuss two very important topics related to Women’s Health; Endometriosis and Cervical Cancer. Everyone wants to be seen and heard, especially in the context of their health and well-being. Unfortunately, this hasn’t al... |
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2023-08-09 | Medical imaging, from the familiar X-rays to advanced MRI and CT scans, has revolutionized healthcare. These techniques allow us to glimpse inside, aiding in the diagnosis and treatment of various conditions. At the heart of these processes are radiolo... |
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2023-07-21 | When 911 is called for medical assistance, paramedics are the personnel that are dispatched to provide transport and emergency medical care. Paramedics are generally known to play an essential role in our healthcare systems and are often regarded as th... |
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2023-06-14 | The sports and fitness spaces play an important role in fostering communities – we can challenge our physical and mental capabilities, form ever-lasting bonds with teammates, find an avenue to relieve stress and find a sense of connectedness with other... |
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