AMA's State of Health Care report noted 70% of mental illness begins before age 18. Pediatrician Dr. Sam Wong says social media is part of the challenge. Bill C-34 presents an opportunity to help protect youth. edmontonjournal.com/news/juvenil...

Juvenile mental health concerns on the rise in Alberta

Alberta's Kids Help Phone received 29 per cent more text messages at night compared to same time last year.

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A patient's place in line for medically necessary care should depend on their health needs, not their financial situation. Protecting access to public health care means ensuring every Albertan is treated according to need. www.albertadoctors.org/practice/dua...

Preserving public health care access starts with accountability. As Alberta implements a dual practice health care model, robust monitoring, independent oversight and accountability across public AND private care are critical.

Physicians understand that patients want timely answers, and we want that too. But more testing doesn't always mean better care. Patients need the right test at the right time, with a clear plan for follow-up. www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...

More testing isn’t always better care | AMA

On Monday, the provincial government announced the next steps for a preventative health testing program that will allow Albertans to self-refer and privately purchase some diagnostic imaging tests, be...

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Protecting access to public health care in a dual practice system requires strong safeguards. Independent oversight, transparent reporting and clear accountability across public and private care are essential. www.albertadoctors.org/practice/dua...

Alberta is moving ahead with dual practice, allowing physicians to work in both public and private settings. Safeguards must be in place to protect the public health system and ensure Albertans continue to have access to responsive, quality health care. www.albertadoctors.org/practice/dua...

As premiers gather in PEI this week, medical associations across Canada are pushing for action on health care solutions: from advancing connected care (Bill S-5) and reducing administrative burden to supporting the Safe Social Media Act (Bill C-34). www.cma.ca/about-us/pre...

Premiers must move quickly on existing solutions to fix health care: Canada’s doctors

As Canada’s premiers gather in Prince Edward Island for the Council of the Federation Summer meeting, Canadians are looking for health care solutions that will help build a stronger country and workfo...

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Will dual practice improve access to care in Alberta? AMA's Dual Practice Task Force has identified 7 safeguard themes to protect the public health system. Over 7 weeks, we'll explain how these themes are essential for patient access, safety and quality care. www.albertadoctors.org/practice/dua...

Alberta’s Coalition for Primary Health Care (CPHC) is shining a spotlight on the great team-based primary care happening in the province. Submit your team's story, share learnings and help generate ideas for care teams across Alberta. cphcalberta.ca/spotlights/ #CPHCAlberta #CPHC

Family medicine is the foundation of our health system and Primary Care Networks (PCNs) strengthen that foundation. Reducing PCN capacity without a stable plan will put unnecessary pressure back on stand-alone family physicians, walk-in clinics and ERs. www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...

Primary care – The foundation we cannot afford to weaken | AMA

Physicians are feeling that pressure across the system, but the fundamental question for Albertans remains simple: can patients get the care they need, when they need it?

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Albertans rely heavily on our health care system; the AMA's State of Health Care report shows that 90% of adults accessed health care in the past year. As our population ages, the need for access to care increases. Read the report: www.albertadoctors.org/advocacy/str...

Alberta Lighthouse Initiative is looking for Expressions of Interest from Alberta-based Health Service Delivery Partners to shape innovative care models to improve cardiometabolic health. Submit an EOI today: @novonordisk.bsky.social @albertainnovates.bsky.social albertainnovates.ca/funding/albe...

The AMA's second annual State of Health Care report shows Albertans are confident in the quality and skill of their physicians and health care teams, but have less confidence in the system's ability to provide timely access to care when and where it's needed. www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...

AMA Releases Second Annual State of Health Care Report | AMA

Last week, AMA released the second annual State of Health Care report. The report confirms a growing gap; Albertans are confident in the quality and skill of those providing care, but question the sys...

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June 27th is Canadian Multiculturalism Day. This day recognizes the many cultural communities, including Canada's International Medical Graduates (IMGs) who bring skill, talent and diversity to the medical profession and strengthen our vibrant society.

Children should be able to learn, connect and grow without being exposed to harm from digital environments that were not built with their health in mind. Join Canada’s doctor’s and show your support by visiting: bit.ly/4uOigh7

Keep Our Kids Safe Online

Stand with Canada's doctors — demand stronger protections for children online. Sign your name.

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Today, the CMA launched a national public action campaign encouraging Canadians to support kids online through the Safe Social Media Act., which would establish stronger safeguards for children on social media and AI chatbots. Full news release: bit.ly/3SiSYdI

Canada’s doctors launch public campaign calling for stronger online protections for children

Canadian Medical Association urges Canadians to stand with physicians in support of the Safe Social Media ActThe Canadian Medical Association (CMA) today launched a national public action campaign enc...

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Canadian doctors are seeing a youth mental health crisis unfold in real time. Show your support for safer online spaces for our kids: bit.ly/4uOigh7

Keep Our Kids Safe Online

Stand with Canada's doctors — demand stronger protections for children online. Sign your name.

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Today, government announced an investment in physician compensation. This investment is the result of AMA and government working together to address compensation priorities. Our focus is to ensure every available dollar supports physicians and practices. www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...

Year 4 allocation – making every dollar count | AMA

Today, government announced a $172.3 million investment in physician compensation as part of the final year of the current Master Agreement (2022-26).

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The AMA’s second annual State of Health Care Report brings together public opinion and patient experiences to highlight what Albertans are experiencing when they access care, highlighting both what is working well in our system and where gaps remain. www.albertadoctors.org/advocacy/str...

Issues in pediatric mental health arise from access barriers. Families note long wait times for assessments, therapy and specialist referrals, along with limited availability of providers and affordability challenges when public services are unavailable. www.albertadoctors.org/advocacy/str...

According to the AMA State of Health Care – 2026 Report, nearly half of Alberta children who need mental health support aren’t getting it. "The needs of children cannot wait." - Dr. Brian Wirzba www.albertadoctors.org/advocacy/str...

Specialized medical care is rated highly among Albertans, but long wait times are emerging as one of the most urgent challenges in the province’s health system, according to the AMA State of Health Care 2026 Report. www.albertadoctors.org/advocacy/str...

While Albertans value the care they receive from specialists, long wait times remain a significant and persistent challenge. Findings highlight a growing gap between the quality of care and patients’ ability to access it when they need it. www.albertadoctors.org/advocacy/str...

Timely access to family doctors is a significant barrier to Albertans' access to care. The AMA State of Health Care 2026 Report cites that 78% of walk-in clinic users go because they cannot see their family doctor quickly enough. www.albertadoctors.org/advocacy/str...

According to new findings from the State of Health Care 2026 Report by the AMA, family physicians remain a pivotal point of care in Alberta’s health system, but persistent challenges with timely access are forcing many patients to seek care elsewhere. www.albertadoctors.org/advocacy/str...

June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day and marks the beginning of ceremony season for many Indigenous Peoples. This day offers an opportunity to honour and recognize the history, strength and resilience of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples. www.albertadoctors.org/news/news-an...

Access to your own electronic health records should be a basic human right, but less than half (47%) of Canadians have access to their health records. Bill S-5, the Connected Care for Canadians Act, will help. Write to your MP today to pass this Bill. bit.ly/4e9PCCf

When health data is ‘locked’, patients are often left filling information gaps that the health system should be able to handle. That’s why we're calling on the federal government to pass #BillS5, the #ConnectedCare for Canadians Act, and we’re asking for your support. Learn more: bit.ly/3QvZmh1

It’s unacceptable for foreign-owned platforms to continue to get rich at the expense of our children’s mental health, privacy and personal safety. That’s why @cmadocs.bsky.social supports the introduction of the Safe Social Media Act. Read more 👇

Feds prioritize kids over big tech profits: CMA

The giants of tech and online media have been mining profit from the attention of Canadian kids for far too long. That’s why the Canadian Medical Association (CMA) supports the introduction of the Saf...

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The CMA applauds the passage in Parliament of Bill S-228, an Act to amend the Criminal Code (sterilization procedures). Thank you to Senator Yvonne Boyer, Members of Parliament, Senators and the many experts and community leaders who contributed evidence throughout the legislative process.

CMA applauds passage of bill to protect informed patient consent

The Canadian Medical Association (CMA) applauds the passage in Parliament of Bill S-228, an Act to amend the Criminal Code (sterilization procedures).

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