Campbell plan promises three year health care cuts
Denise Briggs reports the Campbell government briefed on a three year plan to reduce health care services. Health union leaders were refused entry to the briefing. NHA CEO Peter Warwick and Ministry officials declined to explain the access denial while the plan emphasizes patient focus.
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Denise Briggs
Campbell
British Columbia
Northern Health Authority
N.H.A
Peter Warwick
Ministry of Health
Health care access debated as BC plan cuts beds
In British Columbia residents hear a plan that promises care access but critics say budget priorities trump patient needs. The NHA region faces 491 emergency beds cut 91 beds over three years, against new standards allowing a one hour drive to emergency care. Nurses union president Debra McPherson argues the golden hour for heart attack patients cannot be delayed.
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Warwick
British Columbia
N.H.A
B.C. Nurses Union
Debra McPherson
McPherson
Women Promote Safe Living At Cottonwood Court
Tracy McCall reports that the CWRS highlighted Prevention of Violence Against Women Week by promoting Cottonwood Court as a safe living option. Counsellor Donna Burns notes neighbors boost safety and support, with two open houses held for tenants and the public. A ribbon ceremony is planned for June, and ambulances gain enhanced training for 1300 rural paramedics plus a policy to return patients home within 24 hours of fitness.
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Tracy McCall
Chetwynd Women’s Resource Centre
Cottonwood Court
Donna Burns
CWRS
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