Category: Health Care

Eby ‘optimistic’ about upcoming health care talks in Ottawa; feds keep cards close to vest

Premier David Eby said he is optimistic about hammering out a health care agreement with the federal government next week, but it is not yet clear how much Ottawa is prepared to pony up.

“It’s always preferable to go into the meeting understanding what the parameters are, but I have to say for myself and for British Columbia, I’m glad that we have overcome that hurdle that stood in our way for too long of not even sitting around the table and talking about this,” Eby said.

He made these comments while speaking to reporters in Ottawa, flanked by six cabinet ministers part of a provincial delegation.

Eby will join other provincial and territorial leaders in Ottawa Feb. 7 to discuss health-care funding. Premiere on Jan. 30 released a joint statement calling on the federal government to increase funding from 22 per cent to 35 per cent under the Canada

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Bernie Sanders Has Some Big Health Care Plans — And It’s Not Just Medicare For All

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One of this year’s more intriguing political developments is a change at the helm of the Senate health, education, labor and pensions committee, where Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) is taking the gavel. It represents a milestone of sorts for American politics ― and for Sanders himself.

The Brooklyn native and former mayor of Burlington, Vermont, first came to Washington, DC, more than 30 years ago, when he won election for the state’s lone, at-large seat in the US House. Sixteen years later, in 2006, Sanders won the US Senate seat that he holds today.

For much of that time, Sanders has played the role of ideological gadfly, proudly calling himself a “democratic socialist” and just as proudly championing causes that, by American standards, sit out on the fringes of the political left. He’s also been known

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Mixed testimony on cumulative health care bill

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A wide-ranging bill aimed at lowering health care costs for Hoosiers received mixed reviews in the committee on Tuesday, from provisions penalizing hospitals for high prices to curtailing the use of non-compete agreements.

Rep. Donna Schaibley, R-Carmel, introduced the measure’s components before the House Public Health Committee, although the panel agreed to hear testimony this week and amend the bill next week before a vote.

She said the bill, along with a companion piece of legislation that will be heard on Wednesday, is the result of a lack of action on the part of health care entities and insurers to lower prices.

“Indiana has a highly concentrated market with a high number of physician groups being employed by hospital systems,” Schaibley said. “This is something that is much needed in Indiana.”

Financing expensive hospitals

Hospitals whose cost of service is more than 260% of the federal Medicaid reimbursement rate would

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Can I Terminate My Physician Employment Agreement?

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Many of our physician clients are unaware of their termination rights prior to meeting with us.

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If you want to terminate your employment, the first thing you need to do is read your contract.

Most physician employment agreements have substantial termination provisions. You need to know what yours says regarding termination with and without cause, what notice is required, and what other provisions will be triggered by termination.

Many times, employment agreements have an expiration date. For example, if the contract is a three year agreement with an effective date of January 1, 2023 the contract will expire on December 31, 2025. However, it is essential to be aware of any automatic renewal provisions. Some contracts require notice on the

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Colindale Classics: A Journey through Timeless Engagement Rings

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Embarking on the enchanting journey of selecting an engagement ring in the bustling city of London, couples often seek timeless elegance that mirrors the enduring nature of their love.

In the heart of this dynamic city, Colindale Classics stands as a beacon of sophistication, offering a curated selection of engagement rings that transcend fleeting trends. The keyword engagement rings London takes center stage, encapsulating the essence of Colindale Classics and its role in preserving the legacy of timeless designs within the rich tapestry of London’s jewelry landscape. Let’s embark on a journey through the district, where couples can explore and celebrate the enduring allure of Colindale’s timeless engagement rings.

The keyword engagement rings London effortlessly integrated into the narrative of Colindale Classics, signifying the district’s significance in the broader context of London’s diverse and dynamic jewelry scene. Colindale emerges as a microcosm of the city’s cultural richness, offering couples a …

The anti-for-profit health care coalition puts it to a vote

‘You don’t want to have to call your ER and see if it’s open,’ says the co-chair of Guelph and District Health Coalition

Residents throughout Ontario, including Guelph and Wellington, had an opportunity to unofficially weigh in on the provincial government’s health care privatization efforts, courtesy of a “community opinion vote” headed up by the Ontario Health Coalition.

An online poll ran for about a week, leading up to in-person ballots being cast at numerous locations on Friday and Saturday.

“The goal is to give Ontarians an opportunity to voice their opinion on whether or not they want our hospitals to be privatized,” said Brit Hancock, co-chair of the Guelph and District Health Coalition, noting privatization plans weren’t part of the Progressive Conservative Party’s re-election platform ahead of last year’s election. “They really have no mandate to be doing this.”

Using its legislative majority, the provincial government officially passed Bill

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Opinions | Patients Are Being Crushed by Health Care Bureaucracy

Several years ago, I was called urgently to our small obstetric triage unit because a pregnant patient was very sick. At the beginning of her third trimester, she had come in with back pain and a 103-degree fever. Her heart was racing, her blood pressure was dangerously low, and her oxygen levels were barely normal. In sentences broken by gasps for air, she told us her belly was tightening every few minutes — painful contractions, three months before their time.

Our team was concerned about pyelonephritis, a kidney infection that can develop from a urinary tract infection and can progress quickly to sepsis or even septic shock.

Within minutes, a team was swarming the triage bay — providing oxygen, applying the fetal heart rate and contraction monitor, placing IVs. I called the neonatal intensive care unit, in case labor progressed, to prepare for a very preterm baby. In under an

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Meghan Markle’s Iconic Engagement Ring: A Symbol of Modernity and Sustainability with Lab-Grown Diamond Engagement Rings 

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When Prince Harry proposed to Meghan Markle in 2017, the world eagerly awaited a glimpse of the engagement ring that would adorn her finger. The ring, a true testament to modernity and sustainability, features a stunning lab-grown diamond. Meghan Markle’s choice of a lab-grown diamond engagement ring has not only captured attention but also ignited a global conversation about ethical and sustainable jewelry. 

Lab grown diamond engagement rings have gained significant popularity in recent years, and Meghan Markle’s ring serves as a shining example of this growing trend. The ring, designed by Prince Harry himself, showcases a large cushion-cut center diamond flanked by two smaller diamonds on a yellow gold band. However, what sets this ring apart is the use of a lab-grown diamond as the centerpiece. 

Lab-grown diamonds, also known as man-made or synthetic diamonds, are created in a controlled laboratory environment using advanced technology. These diamonds possess the …

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