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Expert questions GN claim no long-term health problems …

WEBThe Department of Health had issued an advisory to not consume Iqaluit’s water on Oct. 12, 2021, more than a week after people started reporting their tap water …

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Nunavik health board launches new app in Inuktitut

WEBA new health app from the Nunavik Regional Board of Health and Social Services aims to bridge language gaps between health-care professionals and Inuktitut …

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Nunavut’s top doctor still on leave

WEBDr. Sean Wachtel, Nunavut’s chief public health officer, is still on leave nearly a month after the Department of Health announced he would be absent for two …

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Iqaluit wellness hub opening makes ‘dream a reality for …

WEBThursday’s official opening of the Inuusirvik Community Wellness Hub in Iqaluit marked a milestone for non-profit organizations in Iqaluit. Qaujigiartiit Health …

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GN announces changes in territory’s senior management

WEBThe Government of Nunavut announced three senior management changes Friday. Megan Hunt is the new deputy minister for the GN’s Department of Health. She …

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Inuit in Ontario reconnecting at COVID-19 vaccine …

WEBOver 1,000 Inuit in Ontario have received their 1st dose of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine. Inuit living in Ontario have been reconnecting with friends and community …

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Ontario’s only Inuit-specific clinic a model of patient …

WEBOntario is home to more than 200 of these holistic, family health clinics, five of which are Aboriginal-specific. This is the only Inuit one, Siedule said. An estimated …

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Community-wide TB screening a ‘success,’ says Nunavut …

WEBThe tuberculosis rate in Canada’s North is about 100 times greater than it is in the general population, according to Dr. Michael Patterson, Nunavut’s former chief …

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Kuujjuaq hospital revamps system to book appointments

WEBStarting Monday, people can call, email, use Facebook messenger or stop in person to book visits. Kuujjuaq’s hospital is creating more options for people to book …

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Qaujigiartiit still $1.5M away from completing Iqaluit …

WEBThe Qaujigiartiit Health Research Centre is still $1.5 million short of its goal to build the Inuusirvik Community Wellness Hub, which is scheduled to open in 10 …

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New medical boarding centre opens in Winnipeg

WEBA new health boarding facility for Kivalliq medical travellers opened in Winnipeg this week. “Today is an important day to celebrate this new facility for our …

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‘Nunavut is scary’: Nurses speak out about toxic work environment

WEBCurrent, former staff allege harassment, abuse, blacklisting make it harder for Nunavummiut to access health care. Jessica Garner is a former Nunavut nurse who …

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Nunavut, Ottawa reach deal on health funding but more needed, …

WEBGN to receive $381 million over 10 years from federal government, $150 million from territorial health investment fund but negotiations will continue. Nunavut …

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Plans advance for Iqaluit wellness hub despite COVID-19 hurdles

WEBThe drive to build the Inuusirvik Community Wellness Hub in Iqaluit continues despite new challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic. “We just keep going,” said …

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Nunavut MLAs adopt new Mental Health Act

WEBNunavut’s new Mental Health Act received assent on June 8. (Photo by Mélanie Ritchot) Early intervention, Inuit approaches to healing and more local supports …

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Larga Baffin gets in-house social worker

WEBClients at Ottawa’s Larga Baffin medical boarding facility have access to a new in-house social work and wellness program. Nunavut Health Minister John Main …

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Ottawa’s Akausivik centre has vaccinated more than 700 Ontario …

WEBBy Jim Bell. An Ottawa-based COVID-19 vaccination clinic for Inuit that started last month had vaccinated more than 700 people as of March 4, a clinic …

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Sanirajak, Kugluktuk MLAs raise concerns over health centres in …

WEBThis story was updated on March 15, at 1:30 p.m. More MLAs have come forward with concerns over health centres in their communities. Amittuq MLA Joelie …

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Naujaat leaders want to see old health centre get new life as home …

WEBCommunity leaders in Naujaat want to see the old Repulse Bay Health Centre renovated and turned into a home for elders. The building, located behind the …

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Raglan Mine wins health, safety award for 8th time

WEBBy Nunatsiaq News. For the eighth time, Nunavik’s Raglan Mine has been recognized for its health and safety practices. The nickel mine’s owner, Glencore …

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