Winnipeg Free Press By: Katlyn Streilein
Grab your loudest pots and pans, and make some noise for physicians this weekend.
Doctors Manitoba is inviting the public to step out onto porches, driveways or balconies today at 7 p.m., and clang their loudest cookware together in support of physicians provincewide amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Theresa Oswald, chief executive officer of Doctors Manitoba, is inviting Manitobans to step outside today at 7 p.m. and clang their cookware in support of physicians provincewide: “We think it will be a real nice way to tell docs how much we care.”
Statement from the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on May 1, 2021
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The COVID-19 pandemic continues to create stress and anxiety for many Canadians, particularly those who do not have ready access to their regular support networks. Through the Wellness Together Canada online portal, people of all ages across the country can access immediate, free and confidential mental health and substance use supports, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Today is National Physicians Day and as the COVID-19 pandemic continues, placing a prolonged and heavy strain across the health system, I want to acknowledge the incredible commitment and dedication of Canada s doctors and health workforce. Their tireless efforts under difficult and extraordinary circumstances, strive to provide Canadians with the best level of care, whether in directly caring for COVID-19 patients or in providing services to address other health needs, f
Minister of Health Tyler Shandro issued the following statement on National Physicians’ Day:
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“May 1 is an important day to acknowledge and celebrate the contributions of physicians throughout Alberta and across the country.
“Physicians have a critical role in keeping Albertans healthy and building a strong health-care system. Particularly during this unprecedented public health emergency, physicians’ commitment to keeping Albertans safe and healthy is not taken for granted and is deeply appreciated.
“Alberta’s health-care system is open, and if Albertans have any questions or concerns about changes in their health, they should not hesitate to reach out to their doctor.