Did you know that in 2010, about 500 million prescriptions were filled in retail pharmacies, at a cost of $22.4 * billion. This works out to approximately 15 prescriptions filled by each Canadian. The question of whether these drugs are … Continue reading →

At my various meetings, policy discussions and health care tables, the talk is truly about the acute care/disease system vs. the human system.  My visit to the adult day centre inHamiltonhelped to reinforce in my mind that if we want … Continue reading →

I recently spent a day in Hamilton with VON staff.  Seeing what staff and volunteers do on a daily basis is a unique privilege.  I am a strong believer there is an enormous value to see and be part of … Continue reading →

Since 2007, the Wait Time Alliance, a network of health professionals, has issued an annual ‘report card’ on wait times across Canada. This year’s report highlights the significant impact of Alternative Levels of Care (ALC) stays* on wait times for … Continue reading →