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How those working within and outside of Sask.'s health-care system are fighting systemic racism


How those working within and outside of Sask. s health-care system are fighting systemic racism
Practitioners say racism and discrimination persist within Saskatchewan health care, shaping the care patients receive and the personal health of those who provide it.
Author of the article: Zak Vescera
Publishing date: Jun 03, 2021  •  2 hours ago  •  10 minute read  • 
Most Canadians think of their health care system as being free and equal. But Saskatchewan practitioners say racism and discrimination persist within, shaping the care patients receive and the personal health of the people who provide it. Photo by Saskatoon StarPhoenix /Saskatoon StarPhoenix
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Dr. Veronica McKinney was working at a clinic in west Saskatoon when a man in his 40s entered asking for pain medication. He seemed brusque, uninterested in talking, and McKinney sensed something was wrong. She asked to examine the man to find the source of his pain. As s ....

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Sask. women share experiences as politicians to inspire others


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Diane Boyko didn’t set out with the goal of serving as a school board trustee for nearly two decades, but with an initial push from someone who saw her potential, that’s exactly what she has done.
She started out as a parent with children attending St. Maria Goretti Community School in Saskatoon, where she soon became involved with the School Community Council.
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A trustee for Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools (GSCS) took note of Boyko’s leadership abilities and encouraged her to participate in school leadership at the next level. ....

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