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New data provides demographic analysis of mental health impact of COVID-19 among college students

According to the report, Indigenous students reported the highest rates of negative mental health impacts during the pandemic at more than 70 per cent.

by Cheryl
Health

Happy National Women Physicians Day!

February 3 is National Women Physicians Day, an initiative that honours the contributions women doctors have made in the U.S.

by Cheryl
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As days blend together, many turn to ‘fake commutes’ for a sense of routine

A 'fake commute' can act as a boundary between work and home.

by Cheryl
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CMAJ: Canada must dismantle anti-Black racism in healthcare

A new commentary in the Canadian Medical Association Journal is calling on officials to "dismantle anti-Black racism in health care to address its harmful effects on people's health."

by Cheryl
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Stressed out, dropping out: COVID has taken its toll on uni students

To counter the looming mental health crisis and improve student retention, federal and state governments must respond to the needs of these students beyond spouting platitudes and advising them to exercise, drink water and think positively.

by The Conversation
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New report acknowledges racism towards Indigenous patients in B.C. health care system

The paper makes 24 recommendations on how to improve health care, including mandatory training on Indigenous-specific racism and colonialism in post-secondary programs for health practitioners,

by Cheryl
Health

For university students, COVID-19 stress creates perfect conditions for mental health crises

With the winter months looming ahead, and no real end in sight for a return to campus, it’s important to consider how the stressors associated with COVID-19 and social isolation will impact this vulnerable population.

by The Conversation
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The way we approach transgender and non-binary healthcare needs to change

Medical education needs to change urgently to prepare doctors to adequately care for their transgender and non-binary patients.

by The Conversation
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American Medical Association recognizes racism as a public health threat

PHOTO CAPTION: St. Paul, Minnesota September 20, 2015. Around 100 protesters blocked the light rail line in St. Paul to protest the treatment of...

by Cheryl
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Discrimination, gender-based bullying makes being a paramedic one of Australia’s most dangerous jobs

One study of 400 Australian health-care workers in 2003 found paramedics were at the highest risk of experiencing workplace violence.

by The Conversation
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