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Meet Abigail: West Winnipeg’s Midwife Extraordinaire
Read Article: Meet Abigail: West Winnipeg’s Midwife ExtraordinaireAbigail, Registered Midwife Winnipeg Regional Health Authority When you have a conversation with Abigail, Registered Midwife with the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority, you can immediately see why Manitobans in her care would feel supported, excited, and confident in their ability to navigate pregnancy, childbirth, and beyond. “I was a teenager watching the Cosby Show, and…
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Members: Is it time to step forward as a union volunteer?
Read Article: Members: Is it time to step forward as a union volunteer?The Call for Nominations is now closed for 2025. Thank you to all members who submitted a nomination. Thinking about getting involved with your union? Wondering how you can have a positive impact on your workplace, while connecting with other allied health professionals and expanding your skill set? A position on Executive Council or as a Member…
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We are allied health. This is Jennifer.
Read Article: We are allied health. This is Jennifer.“I have a phobia of blood and needles, so I figured healthcare was out, until I was able to find dispatch. Now I can help people, without having to see what I hear, so that was a win!” jennifer B., mtcc system status controller Jennifer is a full-time System Status Controller (SSC) at MTCC, taking…
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From Bench to Bedside
Read Article: From Bench to BedsideJanna H., BSc, is a Supervisor – Technical Specialist and Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) at Cadham Provincial Laboratory (CPL). She has been an MLT for 14 years, spending 13 of those at CPL. Janna works alongside a team of 11 MLTs, six Medical Laboratory Assistants (MLAs) and two Scientists in the Virus Detection Department,…
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MAHCP & Monique Wally Memorial Scholarships now open to application
Read Article: MAHCP & Monique Wally Memorial Scholarships now open to applicationHave a child going to post-secondary? Know a new graduate pursuing a career in allied health? If you have a child heading off to college or university, or a child, neighbour, or friend who has decided to pursue an allied health career, be sure to let them know about MAHCP’s scholarship funds. Eligibility criteria and application processes are…
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Budget 2025: Province commits to “rebuilding health care”
Read Article: Budget 2025: Province commits to “rebuilding health care”You can’t rebuild health care without investing in allied health. As Manitoba’s only union solely dedicated to representing highly specialized professional/ technical and paramedical allied health professionals, MAHCP has access to expert frontline insights into the areas of greatest need, which we shared with the provincial government during the pre-budget consultation phase: NOTE: On March…
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A day in the life of a Pharmacy Assistant: Stephanie’s impact on health care
Read Article: A day in the life of a Pharmacy Assistant: Stephanie’s impact on health careFor more than 22 years, Stephanie H., a Pharmacy Assistant at Deer Lodge Centre (DLC), has made a difference in the healthcare system. As a Pharmacy Assistant, Stephanie is involved in all aspects of medication distribution at DLC, ensuring the facility is always stocked and ready to meet patient needs. “Depending on the rotation, we…
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Statement from MAHCP President on Looming Allied Health Strike
Read Article: Statement from MAHCP President on Looming Allied Health Strike12 HOURS UNTIL THE FIRST HEALTH-CARE STRIKE IN 30 YEARS “We are still hoping to achieve a deal today that can address the allied health staffing crisis and avoid the first Manitoba health-care strike in thirty years. Unfortunately, the way some employers are treating frontline workers in the lead-up to a potential strike is already…
