Ontario’s new COVID-19 modelling to show ICUs full by early February: sources
Ontario's latest COVID-19 modelling will project the province's intensive care units to be filled beyond capacity by early February, and will also show how a new, more…
Toronto gynecologist to face disciplinary hearing with regulatory body over 6 complaints
The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) plans to hold a disciplinary hearing to address allegations that a Toronto gynecologist engaged in disgraceful, dishonourable or…
How 3 educators are inspiring students to learn during the COVID-19 pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has upended schools across Canada for students and educators from kindergarten through post-secondary.Amid the waves of upheaval caused by school closures and the widespread…
Ontario reports record high 3,328 new COVID-19 cases, 56 new deaths
Ontario reported a single-day record of 3,328 new COVID-19 cases on Thursday and 56 new deaths related to the illness. The figure marks the first time the…
Ontario reports 2,005 new COVID-19 cases, 18 more deaths
Ontario is reporting 2,005 new COVID-19 cases on Sunday and 18 more deaths linked to the virus.Sunday's figure marks the lowest number reported since Dec. 14, when…
Point of View: A first-hand account from an Alberta ICU during Christmas
Dr. Chowdhury is the associate chair, quality and safety and an assistant professor in the Department of Critical Care Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry. He is…
Nurse who left her 4 children to care for COVID-positive seniors would do it again in a heartbeat
Nearly a month ago, Terri Taylor, a licensed practical nurse, had to tell her children she was leaving and didn't know when she would be back.The single…
Hospital visitation policies should reflect what loved-ones contribute to a patient’s recovery
This column is an opinion by Courtney Sas and Dr. Alexandra Rendely. Sas, a clinical social worker at a University of Toronto affiliated hospital, has a master's…
Shamattawa First Nation in Manitoba receives more military support for COVID-19 battle
More help from the Canadian Armed Forces has arrived in Shamattawa following a desperate plea from the First Nation's chief.The northern Manitoba fly-in community has seen a…
Fear, frustration, compassion and shame: What nurses are dealing with during the pandemic
(WARNING: This story contains graphic descriptions that may disturb or offend some readers.)There are close to 450,000 nurses in Canada. Some work in hospitals, some in long-term…
Matthew Raymond not criminally responsible for killing 2 constables, 2 civilians
A jury has found Matthew Raymond not criminally responsible for the shooting deaths of four Fredericton residents two years ago.The jury returned the verdict Friday morning after…