Travellers from Canada may find themselves accessing medical care in other countries due to a medical emergency as a result of an injury or illness. While this might sound simple enough, it can become very complex, very quickly. Depending on where…
We know how scary it can be to fall ill while travelling. Read through the below story about how Paige, our founder, CEO and devoted advocate, helped someone navigate a complex health system. Getting sick while travelling was an intensely…
A medical appointment may cause strong emotions: anxiety, frustration, anger, even terror. How do you manage those strong feelings and remain calm ? Here are ways to reduce the risk of not being properly informed about your condition, ways…
Mental Health Advocacy Work from Clinical Psychologist Dr. Eileen Feliciano We wanted to share with you some very helpful Mental Health and Wellness findings from Dr. Eileen Feliciano, a clinical psychologist from New York. After having almost thirty-one sessions in…
As we push forward into the unknown, every day brings a new set of struggles and anxieties. The Centre for Addictions and Mental Health has released a series of very helpful resources for those dealing with Anxiety. We have condensed…
by: Paige Lennox Canadians are proud of their health care, and rightly so. Unfortunately, it is a one size fits all system, so all Canadians get health care, but they don’t always get the right patient and family centered care. …