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Why paramedics need more mental health help now
Ottawa Citizen
Paramedics face trauma daily, but unlike police or firefighters, their mental health benefits are significantly underfunded. In many Ontario cities, this systemic disparity leaves them with far less access to psychological support despite enduring similar emotional tolls. Read More
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9 ways paramedics are easing health care pressure
Brantford Expositor
Brant-Brantford, Ontario, paramedics are seeing call volumes surge, but many cases don't require emergency care. Their expanding community paramedicine program tackles this, offering clinics, chronic disease support and senior-focused outreach to reduce emergency visits and improve care delivery. Read More
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Spike in overdoses renews calls for harm reduction
CBC
Overdose cases in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, are rising sharply again after a brief decline. Recently, responders handled 21 suspected overdoses. A provincial alert warns of a dangerous drug mix, increasing the city's overdose and fatality risk. Read More
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A card is helping save lives
CK News Today
Huron County Paramedic Services is expanding a program that speeds up emergency response by giving paramedics fast access to crucial health details. Residents receive magnet-backed cards listing medications, conditions and contacts to support quick, informed care. Read More
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Privacy breach reminds us why patient trust matters
Protecteur du citoyen
A paramedic shared a citizen's private medical detail with someone close to her, violating her trust. Though the paramedic acted informally, the citizen hadn't consented. Intervention led to a reminder of confidentiality duties to protect patient rights. Read More
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