Physicians are essential to our health-care system. Justin Trudeau, please reconsider the capital gains tax increase that threatens physician practices and patient access.

CALL TO ACTION: Sign our open letter opposing the capital gains tax: act.oma.org/letter

Minister Rechie Valdez, you're mistaken. This is not something Canada can recruit our way out of.
@Ontariosdoctors are facing financial strain, worsened by proposed tax changes. This could threaten physician practices and patient access.

Watch to learn about the Queen's University & Lakeridge Health program & gain an inside look at the next generation of FP’s & their motivations for entering the profession. Let’s clear the obstacles in their way so they can focus on providing care to patients. cbc.ca/player/play/vi…

Last year, the OCFP surveyed our members and +1300 family doctors responded. We heard loud and clear that they wanted OCFP to help cut the administrative burden. Today's announcement is one more step in that direction. We will continue to advocate. ontariofamilyphysicians.ca/news/urgent-ne…

Family doctors are the foundation of Ontario’s health care system, and Ontario needs family doctors spending time with patients, not on paperwork. The OCFP will continue to advocate and bring forward solutions to help reduce the administrative burden.

It's immunization week and getting vaccinated is the best way to protect yourself against measles. Make sure children are up to date with their vaccines. See our tips: bit.ly/3IYij4C

Happy #EarthDay2024 to all! We continue to support @CAPE-ACME in their important work towards a healthier and more sustainable future. Sign their petition in support of Bill C-372 to help speed up the adoption of clean energy solutions. #ActOnClimate ow.ly/T9kK50Rl8WC

For Earth Day, Dr. kaitlin janvary shares the small clinical changes family physicians can make to positively impact the planet's health. Read more: bit.ly/4bnNnHl

#EarthDay2024

Today is #EarthDay and #GreenHealthDay at Guelph FHT!

Here's what we're working on to combat climate change.

For ways we can all take action and do our part to help reduce carbon emissions click the link to download the Healthy Prescription poster 👇
tinyurl.com/4emmaybv

In the North, 1000s of patients do not have a family doc & because family docs regularly staff ERs, access to emergency care can also be at risk. If an ER closes, it can be a 2+ hour drive to get lifesaving care. Family docs share solutions to this crisis: bit.ly/4aY16UT

Dr. Wang explains the impact of admin burden and compensation that has not kept up with inflation and the complex care family doctors provide. Ontario needs family doctors and family doctors care deeply for patients, but things cannot continue as they are. torontolife.com/city/family-do…

DYK? Vaccination is the best way to keep yourself protected from measles.
Visit ontario.ca/page/about-mea… to learn:
✅ how to check if your vaccinations are up to date
🔍 where to get vaccinated if you need a dose, or two

📢Join us on Friday, April 26 for our next CoP.
We will discuss:
➡️ A brief overview on circulating infectious diseases
➡️ Practical approaches to diagnosing and supporting ADHD in your practice
👉Register: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Brilliant.

“Are you accepting new patients?

The day people stop asking this question is the day we have fixed the primary care crisis.”

We know what a primary care strategy could and should look like — just look to BC, Manitoba and others. #ONpoli justanoldcountrydoctor.com/2024/04/13/are…

'I feel like family doctors are drowning in this province and no one in government is extending a lifeline' -- Frustrated family doctor in Sudbury speaks out, by Stéphanie Giroux
thesudburystar.com/opinion/column… via SudburyStar Jo-Anne Clarke

If you are not fully vaccinated against measles, you are at risk.

If you or a family member could have measles, it’s important to call your health care provider or Health811 immediately.

Learn more about measles and how to get vaccinated: ontario.ca/measles

Family docs: join our session on long-term care (LTC) fracture prevention.
🔹Review how to assess fracture risk
🔹Share clinical applications specific to LTC settings
🔹Address challenges and barriers you may face

👉Register today: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Protect yourself against measles!

Educate yourself on the prevention, symptoms of measles and what to do if you and your loved one(s) become ill.

To learn more, visit:
ontariofamilyphysicians.ca/wp-content/upl…

It is recommended that the following individuals who are at increased risk of severe illness from COVID-19 may receive a vaccine this spring:
-65 years of age and older.
-Adult residents of long-term care homes/ congregate living settings.
-Those who are immunocompromised.

Getting vaccinated is the best way to protect yourself against measles. Make sure children are up to date with their vaccines. See our tips: bit.ly/3IYij4C