Adriana LaGrange
4 stories
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healthAlberta's Plan to Fast-Track Medical Tests Without Referrals Sparks Doctor Concerns
Alberta proposes allowing patients to bypass physicians for diagnostic tests, raising alarm among doctors.
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healthAlberta Lowers Breast Cancer Screening Age to 40, Expands Fertility Preservation
Alberta significantly enhances cancer care by lowering breast cancer screening eligibility to age 40 and investing in oncofertility programs for young patients.
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healthAlberta Proposes Bill to Expand Private Medical Testing Access
New legislation in Alberta aims to increase access to private medical testing, including CT scans and blood tests, potentially allowing patients to bypass doctor referrals for faster results.
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healthProtesters Warn Alberta’s Health Bill Threatens Canada’s Public System
Nationwide rallies oppose Alberta’s Bill 11, which allows dual public-private practice, sparking fears of a two-tier U.S.-style health system.