In this podcast, Monique candidly shares her experiences and insights, offering a glimpse into her fascinating career trajectory. Join us as we embark on this enlightening discussion with Monique Harding—an exceptional nurse whose career evolution from Mental Health RN to Nurse Educator serves as a testament to the endless possibilities within the nursing profession. Stay tuned for an enriching and insightful conversation that will leave you inspired and motivated.
Ontario's paramedic services face critical strain, leaving communities concerned as ambulances remain unavailable for extended periods. Shockingly, the province fails to monitor this issue. Although data on paramedics' wait times in ERs is known, it's kept confidential. Calls for action to aid paramedics intensify, but the absence of public information hampers a clear understanding of the problem's magnitude.
Sudbury Health Unit advises waiting until fall for COVID-19 booster shots to maximize immune response. Getting a booster now may lead to waning immunity during the respiratory season. They urge individuals to boost their immunity before the start of the season when respiratory viruses are expected to peak. While most Canadians have received primary shots, interest in boosters has decreased. Federal and provincial health authorities encourage people to get vaccinated.
The WHO is updating its naming system for COVID-19 variants to better reflect the dominance and evolution of the Omicron variant. Omicron and its sublineages have largely replaced other variants since February 2022. The new system will classify Omicron sublineages as variants under monitoring, variants of interest, or variants of concern. The previous naming system lacked the necessary detail to compare the various Omicron-related viruses, which now account for over 98% of available sequences.
Steve Gloade, a retired RCMP officer, is now working for CannaConnect, a company that promotes the use of cannabis to address various conditions in veterans and frontline workers. The demand for medical marijuana among veterans has increased, leading to calls for more research into its medical benefits. However, concerns have been raised about using marijuana as a means to avoid addressing psychological trauma, emphasizing the need for counseling and peer support for veterans.
Today is an exciting day on the Caring Support Podcast because we have healthcare leader, midwife, scholar-practitioner, entrepreneur, consultant, expert witness, researcher and educator and Ms. Canada 2023 Finalist, Sandra Mutilva with us! Join us as we talk to Sandra about her amazing career and what led her to where she is.
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