Andrew Mercier, Minister of State for Workforce Development – “These training programs will give participants the skills and experience they need to join the health-care system. By providing funding for paramedic and emergency health training programs, we’re supporting a skilled workforce that benefits all British Columbians.” Kathy Harms, director of Health Sciences Division, JIBC – […]
Continue ReadingNovember 10, 2022 · 7:00 AM Should have spent more time outdoors Myopia, aka nearsightedness, is extremely common and can start in childhood or young adults. Over time it can lead to early-onset cataracts, retinal detachment, and glaucoma. MedPageToday has an eye-opening article on treatments that can prevent myopia progression and complications. For example: Common […]
Continue ReadingAn organizational restructuring has come with a change in leadership at one of Kern County’s most prominent health-care organizations. Adventist Health announced the appointment Thursday of its chief strategy officer to lead a new, combined network joining the nonprofit’s three-hospital Kern County division with that of its wider Central Valley network. The new organization has […]
Continue ReadingA woman and two of her children were found dead in a field over the weekend after wandering the streets of Pontiac, Michigan, for nearly three days amid freezing temperatures, authorities said. Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard said the deaths could have been prevented. Pontiac Major Tim Greimel said at a news conference Monday, “This […]
Continue ReadingA examine by digital well being platform Felix is highlighting the psychological well being challenges Canadians are going through through the holidays. The report, launched final month, discovered that one in 4 residents stated their psychological well being declined throughout this era, as many experiences a blended bag of feelings. Felix’s medical director Dr. Kelly […]
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