Etiket: health
Workers exposed to toxic cocktail of health risks from climate change, UN warns
A “staggering” number of workers are exposed to a toxic cocktail of health risks linked to climate change and are not sufficiently protected by existing regulations, the UN warned on…
Solar eclipse of April 8 | The Ministry of Health reports 28 cases of eye injuries in Quebec
The vision-related dangers of the eclipse were widely publicized in the media, and the Department of Health and Social Services decided to monitor the situation closely. He reports 28 cases…
More than eight in 10 French people say they are in favor of vaccination, according to a study by Public Health France
On the occasion of European Vaccination Week, the public health agency is publishing a set of figures on vaccination coverage in France. The Covid-19 vaccine continues to attract reluctance. Published…
What are the health impacts of wind farms?
Wind power is a form of renewable energy that emits low greenhouse gas emissions. Despite its environmental assets, Quebec must be vigilant in the deployment of wind farms since this…
The Broken Promises of Our Health System
In Quebec, we pay very dearly for a universal health system. But access to care is so bad that it sometimes seems like a denial of service. Posted at 1:55…
Allegations of collusion | Two health personnel placement agencies obtain a reprieve
The Public Procurement Authority (AMP) was forced Friday afternoon by the Superior Court of Quebec to temporarily remove two health personnel placement agencies from its Register of companies ineligible for…
Public Health France warns of an increase in cases in France
Since the start of the year, around fifteen clusters have been recorded, mainly in communities such as nursery schools, primary schools, daycare centers and nursery homes. Published on 04/19/2024 12:30…
“The situation will be worrying if the pigs are contaminated” reassures the Committee for Monitoring and Anticipation of Health Risks
The president of Covars, Brigitte Autran, reacts to the comments of the WHO on Thursday, which shared its “huge concern” about the growing spread of the H5N1 source of avian…
“We risk being swept out of pharmaceutical production if we don’t wake up,” warns health economist
Frédéric Bizard, president of the Health Institute, speaks of “a nightmare scenario”. “No long-term visibility”, “taxation that works on the head”, “accounting regulation”, bureaucracy that is too slow… He denounces…
Minister of Health Christian Dubé wants to rethink the role of CLSCs
The Quebec Minister of Health, Christian Dubé, wishes to “redefine” the mission of CLSCs. On Tuesday, he suggested that emphasis could be placed on walk-in services. And added that in…
A former employee of the Conservative Party of Quebec files a complaint with the Commission on Standards, Equity, Health and Safety at Work (CNESST)
The Conservative Party of Quebec (PCQ) is targeted by a complaint to the Commission on Standards, Equity, Health and Safety at Work (CNESST). The former employee behind the action accuses…
after huge health problems, Roch Voisine makes a new announcement on social networks, fans did not expect it
In February 2024, fans learned, devastated, that their idol, Roch Voisine, had a health problem. Unfortunately, at the age of 57, the handsome guy, singer of the cult title “Helene”had…
“Pathetic!”, Renaud, his state of health worries after images of his concert, Isabelle Mergault atomizes him
Isabelle Mergault don’t mince words. If something doesn’t suit her, the actress doesn’t hesitate to say it loud and clear. This Monday, April 15, 2024, she took over her social…
New initiatives for access to mental health care in downtown Montreal
The Minister responsible for Social Services, Lionel Carmant, inaugurated three measures Monday morning to improve access to mental health care in downtown Montreal. The new initiatives announced by the minister…
“The Olympics can serve as an accelerator”, warns the High Health Authority
This winter, two thirds of hospitalizations due to Covid concerned people over 75 years old. If vaccination is not compulsory, it is strongly recommended for immunocompromised and elderly people due…
with the Olympics Emmanuel Macron intends to rekindle the flame of enthusiasm and restore his political health
In an extremely tense international context, the Head of State intends to take advantage of the impact of the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Published on 04/15/2024 06:58 Update on 04/15/2024…
Drugs in British Columbia | A public health emergency that has lasted for 8 years
(Vancouver) Eight years to the day after British Columbia declared a public health emergency, Premier David Eby said the toxic drug crisis has had a “catastrophic impact” on families and…
“Issues of gender-based and sexual violence in hospitals are proven,” according to former Minister of Health Roselyne Bachelot
The former Minister of Health, Roselyne Bachelot reacted, Sunday on France Inter, to the accusations made by Karine Lacombe on Patrick Pelloux. Published on 04/14/2024 8:33 p.m. Reading time: 1…
Montreal | Opening of a first family health clinic for Aboriginal people
(Montreal) The first family health clinic adapted for Indigenous needs in Montreal officially opened its doors Friday morning. Updated yesterday at 3:28 p.m. Katrine Desautels The Canadian Press This project,…
A first family health clinic for Indigenous people opens in Montreal
The first family health clinic adapted for Indigenous needs in Montreal officially opened its doors Friday morning. This project, which was initiated in 2021, is supported by Montréal Autochtones to…