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December 12, 2024

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New health hub aims to reduce hospital strain
Ottawa Citizen
A new Health and Resource Team hub aims to ease hospital congestion by offering alternative patient care options, enhancing health care service efficiency and patient outcomes in the community. Read More

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PARAMEDIC NEWS

Why you should carry a naloxone kit during holiday festivities
CTV News
Naloxone kits, now freely available at certain pharmacies, are crucial for addressing fentanyl overdoses, which pose risks across all demographics, including children. Paramedics stress the importance of accessibility, proper storage and preparedness for emergencies during unpredictable overdose situations. Read More

High emergency fees force tough choices for seniors
CBC
Barb Bobychuk criticizes high paramedic fees, claiming they deter seniors from seeking emergency help due to financial strain. Officials defend the charges as necessary cost recovery, but critics argue they contradict government goals for senior independence. Read More

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New program redirects nonurgent 911 calls to free ER resources
CHECK-DT
With emergency room waits in Greater Victoria stretching long, a May-launched partnership is easing nonurgent 911 patient care. The Link and Referral Unit connects these cases to UPCCs, sidestepping overcrowded ERs and enhancing care efficiency. Read More

City in Ontario's bold push for solar-powered ambulances
The Hamilton Spectator
Hamilton, Ontario, plans to install solar panels on nearly 60 ambulances using annual climate change funds. Established in 2018, the reserve receives $2.5 million annually for projects reducing emissions. One initiative allocates $250,000 for solar panels to power onboard equipment. Read More

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Paramedics seek $140K for off-road emergency vehicle
CTV News
Nipissing District, Ontario, paramedics are urging the local social services board to fund a $140,000 all-terrain emergency vehicle to enhance access to remote areas, citing the effectiveness of such equipment during severe weather events in other regions. Read More

Paramedic students deliver 5K items to Downtown Mission
St. Clair College
St. Clair College paramedic students collected over 5,000 nonperishable food items, clothing and other essentials, delivering them to Windsor's Downtown Mission to support those in need during the holiday season. Read More

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Rural ER closures rise in Manitoba despite health care promises
The Canadian Press
Despite government pledges, two health care groups report mounting pressure on Manitoba's system. Emergency room closures in rural and northern areas are increasing this December, leaving only a quarter consistently open. Staffing challenges remain a major hurdle. Read More

Drug deaths in Saskatchewan decline but remain concerning
CBC
Saskatchewan's coroner's service reports that drug-related deaths remain high but are decreasing. This year, 334 confirmed or suspected cases were reported by November, a drop from 437 during the same period last year. Watch Video

Nova Scotia's 1st transitional health care center opens
CBC
Nova Scotia Health has unveiled its first transitional care center to reduce hospital strain by providing short-term patient care while awaiting long-term placement. The facility aims to improve patient transitions and optimize health care efficiency. Read More

Quebec paramedics strike for better pay and working conditions
Canadian Union of Public Employees
Quebec paramedics have initiated a strike to advocate for improved compensation and working conditions. Despite the strike, essential services remain operational to ensure public safety. The paramedics' union emphasizes the necessity for equitable treatment and prompt action from the government. Read More

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