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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…
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Health-care professionals facing increasing violent incidents
Read Article: Health-care professionals facing increasing violent incidentsShared Health not fulfilling employer responsibilities under the Workplace Safety and Health Act The Winnipeg Free Press broke a story today revealing that violent incidents in Manitoba hospitals have not been tracked since 2019. Tracking these incidents is not just a “helpful tool”; it’s the law. Despite government commitments to address safety and security concerns,…
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Meet Kristine: Seeing healthcare through patients’ eyes
Read Article: Meet Kristine: Seeing healthcare through patients’ eyesKristine D, Ophthalmic Photographer Misericordia Health Centre, Eye Clinic As an ophthalmic photographer, Kristine assists ophthalmologists by performing scans and taking photos of this very complex structure to help diagnose issues including age-related macular degeneration (AMD). “I feel as though most people have never heard of an ‘ophthalmic photographer’ until they find themselves in need…
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Media Release: Rural Ambulance Wait Times
Read Article: Media Release: Rural Ambulance Wait TimesRural Ambulance Wait Times, Out-of-Service Hours Hit New Peaks Due to Paramedic Shortage 28% of Paramedic Positions Vacant February 10, 2025 – Rural Manitobans are waiting longer for emergency medical services and more ambulances are sitting idle as paramedic staffing shortages remain at a critical level, according to new data obtained by the Manitoba Association…
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Statement from MAHCP President re: Manitoba’s health-care staffing announcement
Read Article: Statement from MAHCP President re: Manitoba’s health-care staffing announcementOn February 7, the Province of Manitoba announced that they had achieved their commitment to add 1,000+ front-line health-care workers into the public system. MAHCP President Jason Linklater shares his thought as it relates to allied health. “While we appreciate this government’s efforts to staff up in health care, an announcement of 162 net new…
