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Exceeding Patient Expectations

Most healthcare systems are working hard to exceed their patients’ expectations and understand that the long term benefits to the patient and organization are manifold. Click here to read which strategic objectives can lead to a state-of-the-art service model, and better healthcare experiences overall.

Infoway Launches Impact Challenge!

Has digital health impacted you? Share your story! Canada Health Infoway has launched a new series of ImagineNation Challenges that offer you a chance at receiving financial awards. The Patients' Association of Canada is a proud supporting organization of the ImagineNation Challenges and we want to hear from you!

CMAJ: Drug reporting to be Mandatory for Doctors

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Catherine Cross -- The federal government is considering making adverse drug reaction reporting mandatory for doctors and other health care providers, says Health Canada.

Health Canada is concerned that adverse drug reactions (ADRs) are underreported. The Senate Committee on Social Affairs, Science and Technology estimates that only 5% of suspected ADRs are reported... Every year, drug distributors submit a summary of all ADR reports to Health Canada, stating whether the reported ADRs change the drug's risk-to-benefit profile.

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iamsick: Happier Patients, Less Waste

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From the iamsick blog:  We recently met a few very inspiring and encouraging folks (that's us!) who have generously shared their experiences, knowledge and vision with us. Each of these meetings give me a little boost of confidence. Nothing feels quite like seeing people resonate with an idea that you’re so passionate about.

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