Healthcare News Feed

Welcome to Caring Support's news feed. We've compiled some interesting news articles relating to healthcare and written our own abstracts for your enjoyment!

Please note: The views and opinions expressed in these article are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the position of Caring Support.

Men Exercise

StatCan Study: Men Outpace Women in Physical Activity, Risk Factors Hinder Some Groups

According to a new Statistics Canada research, 49% of men and 38% of women fulfill the weekly requirement of at least 150 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity. This indicates that males are more likely than women to meet this benchmark. Based on data from 2007 to 2019, the study demonstrates that different demographic groups had different levels of activity, with women having lower rates irrespective of age, wealth, and other variables.

November 17, 2023
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Nurse

Expert Advice for Aspiring Nurses: What You Need to Know

COVID-19 led to a drop in healthcare workers, with burnt-out nurses seeking new careers. In Canada, there's a shortage of 35,000 healthcare jobs. Becoming a nurse, whether an RN or RPN, requires education and licensing. Nursing offers diverse career paths beyond hospitals and academia, like home care or crisis intervention. 

November 13, 2023
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Birth Control

Study Reveals Oral Birth Control May Affect Brain's Fear Response

According to a Canadian study, oral contraceptives may have an impact on how the brain regulates emotions, especially when it comes to processing fear. Scientists looking into the long-term effects of birth control pills on more than 150 million users worldwide discovered that the synthetic sex hormones in these tablets may have an impact on the fear processes in the brain. 

November 10, 2023
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Dentist

Dental Checkup Frequency: Survey Reveals Insufficient Visits Amongst Many Canadians

Over one-third of Canadians didn't visit a dentist in the past year, per a recent Statistics Canada report. From 2022 data, 35% lacked dental insurance, and 25% skipped dental care due to expenses. The government is working on a new dental insurance plan targeting nine million people with incomes below $90,000, with $13 billion allocated over five years.

November 8, 2023
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Vaping

Ontario Introduces New Vaping Tax to Deter Youth Use

According to Finance Minister Bethlenfalvy, Ontario intends to tax vape items in order to reduce youth usage. The tax, which will double federal rates, will be $2 per 2ml up to 10ml, then $2 every 10ml beyond that. The convenience industry is opposed to the move, which is aimed at reducing health concerns.

November 7, 2023
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Vaccination

Experts Urge Updated COVID-19 Vaccination Amid Quiet Public Awareness Campaigns

As the COVID-19 vaccinations were introduced in Canada, major media efforts were conducted, resulting in almost 80% of Canadians receiving their first doses. Following booster promotions saw lower engagement. With Pfizer and Moderna's new vaccinations against the common XBB.1.5 Omicron strain, the public awareness campaign is less intense, despite the critical necessity for these updated doses owing to diminishing immunity.

November 2, 2023
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