Rural physician shortages prompt CMA push for reform
CMA President Sunil V. Patel argues ongoing rural doctor shortages hurt access to care across Canada. He cites Ipsos Reid polling showing two thirds waited for care and nearly half saw conditions worsen. He calls for a five year 1 billion Health Human Resources Reinvestment Fund and expanded training to boost overall physician supply and protect access.
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John Harvard new Manitoba lieutenant governor sworn in June 30
John Harvard will be sworn in as Manitoba's 23rd lieutenant governor at 2 p.m. on Wednesday June 30 in the legislative assembly chamber. The oath will be administered by Chief Justice Richard Scott. Harvard succeeds Peter Liba who held the office since March 2 1999.
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