“The Charter exists to ensure that vulnerable and marginalized groups are not subject to the will of the majority or the political priorities of the government of the day, meaning its override has profound implications for those with the least institutional protection.”
Read More“This study seeks to understand current factors that contribute to inequitable access to quality, effective chronic pain treatment and identify policy considerations for promoting healthcare equity for Albertans with chronic pain.“
Read More“This study examined demographic and patient characteristics of ALC over the 2014-2018 period in Alberta, Ontario and Saskatchewan.“
Read More“Decisions made in the short-term by all levels of governments will have long-term implications for the success of Canada’s major urban centres. Policymakers, therefore, must have the political will to take risks today and lead multiple stakeholders through the various short-term conflicts in order to generate the many long-term benefits that can be achieved through innovative land-use rules.”
Read More“Albertans with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) must rely on governments for income and funding for supportive services. However, participation in major government programs is low and income supports are insufficient. “
Read More“This isn’t about death and dying, this isn’t about fatal illness, this is about managing symptoms and improving the quality of life for chronic illnesses. Do we not owe it to ourselves to be able to have coping and treatment options for chronic illnesses?”
Read More“Chronic pain has been linked to mobility deficits, poor socioeconomic conditions, lack of access to healthcare and increased opioid dependence. These correlations have always existed, but the pandemic has shed light on and intensified these conditions. Canada desperately needs a national pain strategy.”
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