AGP Executive Report
Last update: 42 minutes agoHealth-System Access: A new poll says half of Canadians have avoided medical care because of long waits, underscoring pressure on the health system. Women’s Health: Public menopause care remains scarce, while private treatment can cost thousands; one Ontario woman says she has spent more than $5,000 on consultations, tests and prescriptions. Food and Nutrition: The Salvation Army reports 31% of Canadians have skipped meals or cut portions because of grocery costs. Separately, advocates say school food programs need more funding to provide nutritious meals, including Canadian-grown pulses. Cybersecurity: Healthcare ransomware attacks hit a record in Q3, with 306 reported globally and more than 618,000 patient records exposed in confirmed provider attacks.
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