Manitoba launches first home hemodialysis reimbursement program
The minister announced Manitoba becomes the only Canadian province to offer a home hemodialysis reimbursement program. The Kidney Foundation of Canada Manitoba Branch will administer it to cover extra water and power costs for home treatments. Executive director Val Dunphy praised the initiative as aiding families and enabling care at home. Minister Brady said the program reduces the need for new dialysis centres and reallocates funds to front line care.
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Manitoba to Install $30 Million in New Medical Equipment
Manitoba to add more than $30 million in health care equipment including replacement MRI at Health Sciences Centre Winnipeg and MRI scanners planned for Grace Hospital Dauphin and Selkirk. Investments cover digital X-ray suites Seven Oaks Grace, CT simulator CancerCare Manitoba and device upgrades for endoscopy and ECG monitoring.
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Province invests 6.2 million for 52 replacement ambulances
Premier Greg Selinger announced a 6.2 million provincial investment to purchase 52 replacement ambulances. The fleet adds liquid-spring suspension to improve patient comfort and protect paramedics with a lower loading height and enhanced safety features after a year of testing and front line input.
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