Electronic medical record use paused in Nova Scotia hospitals
Doctors Nova Scotia says Nova Scotia’s Department of Health Wellness’s decision to pause the use of electronic medical records (EMR) in provincial hospitals is causing “quite a bit of anxiety.” The decision came after nine health authorities merged into one back in April. Some hospitals were using electronic records while others did not — for […]
Virtual healthcare programs growing rapidly
Telehealth services are still relatively new and controversial. There’s no denying the convenience of seeing a doctor virtually — no sitting in a waiting room, or even leaving the house — but there are also questions about the quality of care that can be obtained through a screen. But these programs are gaining traction throughout […]
