This Week's Top 3 Health Stories You Need to Know
Canadian officials say US health institutions no longer dependable for accurate information
https://t.co/VFwYQDZxMZ
Cheaper obesity medications could come to Canada this summer, as Health Canada reviews generics
https://t.co/reFRYAtYgl
Why aren't at-home HPV tests readily available in Canada?
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Pregnancy, trauma, and systemic gaps: How can we ensure truly respectful perinatal care for marginalized groups in Canada?
In our latest podcast, in partnership with @CanWaCH, @AvisFavaro sits down with Dr. Martha Paynter and Dr. Saraswathi Vedam to discuss rethinking care approaches, reducing stigma, and addressing power imbalances in maternity health.
🎧 Listen now: https://t.co/9fOXJsRJ2T
#MaternityCare #HealthEquity
"Current funding levels and mechanisms that deprioritize common female reproductive health conditions leave both younger and older women at risk of falling through the cracks and missing timely access to care."
Read the article here: https://t.co/IAvFqswlj6
✍️ @erinbrennand
Sienna Senior Living CEO Nitin Jain and @Medline Canada President Ernie Philip shared how strong partnerships can strengthen care, support staff, and build resiliency in long-term care. Moderated by @Avis_Favaro from @SantisHealth, the session explored how culture, innovation, and collaboration are key to meeting the sector’s future needs. #TiLTC2025
.@felixhealthca's new testing platform is a departure from its traditional model of providing on-demand consultations and prescriptions, particularly for stigmatized conditions.
https://t.co/sbtj9tklKs
Health Headlines:
A first-of-its-kind experiment shows a 3 year exercise program improved survival in colon cancer patients. Experts say cancer centres & insurance plans should consider making exercise coaching a new standard of care
WATCH:
https://t.co/FqpCCVzL1y
Happy International Women's Day!
To recognize and celebrate the incredible women on our team, Santis Health's Senior Advisor @Avis_Favaro sat down with some of our colleagues.
Thank you to @lucyscrenci, @DanielleFlieler and @NancyEHDale for sharing your wisdom and advice for young women in the workforce!
#IWD2025
The results are in!
With the Progressive Conservative party securing another majority government, questions for Ontarians will continue.
Join us on March 6, 12:30pm for a webinar discussion on the election results and the implications for health care in the province.
Register: https://t.co/Pgx3odma1C
#OnPoli #OnVotes #OntarioElection
Do Ontarians want more spending on healthcare? @spaikin checks in with Erin Kelly (Advanced Symbolics) to find out what Polly, the A.I. pollster, says people are talking about during the election. Tonight at 11pm on The Agenda | Producer: @PreetiBhuyan#onpoli
Health Headlines: Feb. 10
Canada's aid sector says projects funded by Ottawa are now at risk due to the Trump Administration winding-down the U.S. Agency for International Development
WATCH:
https://t.co/eucAbN7VLO
We are launching six regional bureaus—starting this year in the North, the West, and Atlantic Canada, with more to follow in 2026.
Read more about this new initiative, generously supported by The Chawkers Foundation.
https://t.co/ORJpUendkU
The number of people without access to primary care is 700,000 in B.C. One group says more needs to be done to allow international physicians to work here, while admitting it’s possible diagnoses are being delayed. More on @CityNewsVAN. https://t.co/2MLwvviJEa
Santis' Election Tracker is LIVE!
Santis Health is excited to announce the return of our online Election Tracker, featuring comprehensive coverage of the 2025 Ontario election alongside key updates on the federal landscape as the Liberal Party leadership race continues.
Visit https://t.co/lbRk1oScEX to learn more.
You’re invited to join our team at the inaugural Santis Soirée in Edmonton, an evening to celebrate our valued partnerships, continued growth and a chance to get together to meet passionate individuals in health care and policy.
📅 Date: Tuesday, November 5th, 2024
📍 Location: CRAFT Beer Market, 10013 - 101 A Ave, Edmonton, AB
⏰ Time: 7:00 p.m.
👔 Dress Code: Business Attire
RSVP at: https://t.co/bYV4h3Ublp
We look forward to seeing you there!