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UK plans to deploy AI nationally for patient safety

Wed, 07/02/2025 - 13:13

LONDON, UK – The NHS intends to use AI to analyze hospital data and sound the alarm on potential patient safety scandals early, in what will be a world-first. Patterns […]

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E-referrals software reaches clinicians and social services

Wed, 07/02/2025 - 13:12

WHITEHORSE, YK – A made-in-Yukon e-referrals solution that connects to both clinicians and social services will soon be rolled out at the Whitehorse walk-in clinic. Chirag Jadhwani (pictured) led the […]

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Synaptive acquired by consortium in restructuring

Wed, 07/02/2025 - 13:12

TORONTO – Synaptive Medical, a global medical technology innovator, has announced the successful completion of a strategic restructuring and the closing of a significant new private investment. This milestone marks […]

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MUHC inaugurates centre for surgical AI and robotics

Fri, 06/27/2025 - 00:52

MONTREAL – The McGill University Health Centre has launched SuPER – the Surgical Performance Enhancement and Robotics Centre at the Montreal General Hospital. Its mission is to lead the way […]

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UHN tests whether smartwatches can predict heart-failure outcomes

Fri, 06/27/2025 - 00:48

Researchers at Toronto’s University Health Network are midway through a groundbreaking study that is evaluating whether heart-failure patients can use Apple Watches instead of a cardiopulmonary exercise test (CPET) – […]

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AI scribe Vendor of Record (VOR) program created for Ontario doctors

Fri, 06/27/2025 - 00:46

TORONTO – Supply Ontario has established a new Vendor of Record (VOR) arrangement for Artificial Intelligence solutions – AI Scribe. This arrangement includes multiple vendors who have been pre-qualified through […]

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Mobility start-ups work with MaRS and Toyota to fuel their expansion

Fri, 06/27/2025 - 00:34

TORONTO – Start-ups in the healthcare sector often find that no company is an island – it takes partnerships and collaboration to launch and grow. That’s been the experience of […]

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Thank you, Steve: Digital Health Canada celebrates its 50th anniversary

Fri, 06/27/2025 - 00:32

“We are all part of one of the most complex of industries – the delivery of healthcare. To facilitate the objectives of COACH it is not only necessary to recognize […]

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BC Cancer rolls out photon-counting CT scanner, a leap in technology

Fri, 06/27/2025 - 00:30

VANCOUVER – People in the province with cancer now have access to Canada’s most advanced CT scanner. The new scanner, installed and operational at BC Cancer – Vancouver, uses leading-edge […]

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Ontario invests $235M in primary care teams

Wed, 06/25/2025 - 08:16

TORONTO — The Ontario government has announced a $235 million investment to support over 130 new and expanded primary care teams that will connect 300,000 people to primary care this […]

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Virtual care for kids rolls out in Saskatchewan

Wed, 06/25/2025 - 08:16

SASKATOON — A new virtual care program is aiming to improve access to specialized pediatric care for critically ill children in Saskatchewan. The initiative uses Teladoc remote presence technology to […]

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AI-based brain projects receive $7.7 million

Wed, 06/25/2025 - 08:16

TORONTO — Brain Canada is pleased to announce an investment of more than $7.7 million to support two innovative research platforms based in Ontario that will drive forward brain health […]

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U of A named top AI university in Canada

Wed, 06/25/2025 - 08:16

EDMONTON — Measuring both research strength and academic reputation, the U.S. News 2025-2026 Best Global Universities Rankings place the University of Alberta first in Canada and 53rd in the world […]

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Ottawa researchers find better way to image the heart

Wed, 06/25/2025 - 08:16

OTTAWA – A new way to image the heart is making it easier to detect coronary artery disease – and the research behind it has earned international recognition for an […]

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Alberta to move to hospital-based leadership

Wed, 06/25/2025 - 08:16

EDMONTON — In a video posted to X, premier Danielle Smith (pictured) announced the government’s latest plans for healthcare reshuffling, which includes eliminating all five Alberta Health Services (AHS) zones […]

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New CEO appointed at Ross Memorial Hospital

Wed, 06/25/2025 - 08:15

LINDSAY, Ont. — Ross Memorial Hospital’s board of directors has approved the appointment of Veronica Nelson (pictured) as the hospital’s next president and CEO. Veronica will begin in the role […]

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UHN devises AI chatbot for breast cancer patients

Wed, 06/25/2025 - 08:15

TORONTO — People living with metastatic breast cancer (MBC) — an advanced form of breast cancer where cancer has spread to other parts of the body — often face ongoing […]

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Niagara Health to deploy top-flight CT scanners

Wed, 06/18/2025 - 12:05

ST. CATHARINES, Ont. – Niagara Health is undertaking a transformative upgrade to its CT scanner fleet, bringing the most advanced diagnostic imaging equipment currently available in Canada to its hospital […]

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BC extends cost-reduction search to regional authorities

Wed, 06/18/2025 - 12:05

VICTORIA – The BC government is expanding its cost-cutting review to include regional health authorities as it focuses on minimizing unnecessary administrative spending. Ideas include more shared services for procurement […]

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Osler uses Sectra’s AI service to enhance patient care

Wed, 06/18/2025 - 12:05

BRAMPTON, Ont. – William Osler Health System is leveraging AI through Sectra’s AI service, Sectra Amplifier Service. The collaboration enables Osler to seamlessly integrate selected AI applications into their clinical […]

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