by Michael Austin, Josee Malette | Oct 19, 2023 | BHP Corner, Commentary, Featured
Canada’s healthcare system, once a source of national pride, is now facing critical challenges that have led many to view it as “unwell” or “sick.” Access to healthcare services has become a pressing concern, sparking a call for change...
by Michael Austin, Josee Malette | Sep 21, 2023 | BHP Corner, Featured, Prehospital and Transport Medicine
Emergency medicine is a fast-paced realm where paramedics and medical professionals must make split-second decisions that often mean the difference between life and death. In this high-stakes environment, understanding and respecting patient preferences while...
by Michael Austin, Josee Malette | Nov 29, 2022 | BHP Corner, Featured, Prehospital and Transport Medicine
Pain – To Treat or Not to Treat, that is NOT the question! Every day, paramedics respond to patients in pain. Pain is responsible for approximately 40% of ambulance calls (1), making pain and analgesia a hot topic in prehospital medicine. Effective and...