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Massive new survey finds widespread frustration with access to primary health care

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A Toronto-based research team met with and surveyed some 10,000 Canadians about the state of the health-care system — and what they found is deep dissatisfaction and frustration with primary care as the country grapples with a severe shortage of family doctors. The OurCare Initiative — led by Dr. Tara Kiran, a family doctor and scientist … Read more

What parents should know before heading to the ER

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Sooner or later, you will find yourself taking your child to the emergency department — it’s bound to happen. Nearly 30 million children visit the ED each year in the United States. In a serious emergency, you should always go to the closest ED. Do you know where your nearest ED is located? Do you … Read more