Health

Generous gift will enhance patient flow in emergency department

Being compassionate and community focused are two key values at Canada Protection Plan Inc. These values were put into action… Continue reading “Generous gift will enhance patient flow in emergency department”

Christmas at the Ross: Dedication of front-line staff shines through

Last year on Christmas Day, there were 152 patients in the Ross Memorial Hospital, including 35 in continuing care, 15… Continue reading “Christmas at the Ross: Dedication of front-line staff shines through”

Basic Income at Christmas was making life a bit more worth living

OBIP Chronicles — As we approach the holidays, many people who are receiving basic income are, for the first time… Continue reading “Basic Income at Christmas was making life a bit more worth living”

After basic income, ‘rapid reinstatement’ back to previous program: Province

Important new survey: The Ontario Basic Income Pilot chronicles

When the new Ontario government announced it was cancelling the basic income pilot, it threw many recipients into turmoil. It… Continue reading “Important new survey: The Ontario Basic Income Pilot chronicles”

Local Family Health Team saves Urgent Care more than $700,000

A costing by the City of Kawartha Lakes Family Health Team has revealed that the team has saved the health… Continue reading “Local Family Health Team saves Urgent Care more than $700,000”

Health Unit: Make a stand against poverty in Kawartha Lakes

In the spirit of the season, local residents are being asked to buy into something that isn’t available at any… Continue reading “Health Unit: Make a stand against poverty in Kawartha Lakes”

X-ray vision: The 2018 Ross Memorial Foundation Holiday Appeal needs you

It is perhaps fitting that in a year when many residents spoke up about the importance of having a full-service… Continue reading “X-ray vision: The 2018 Ross Memorial Foundation Holiday Appeal needs you”