Privacy Resources from OntarioMD
OntarioMD (OMD) has launched a new online Privacy and Security Training Module along with other privacy resources. In addition to being a critical obligation for Health Information Custodians, privacy and security training is necessary to support access to provincial digital health assets, such as the ConnectingOntario Clinical Viewer, HRM, eNotifications, and OLIS – along with future digital […]
Niagara North FHT to Collaborate in Health Tapestry Program
Niagara North FHT to Collaborate in Health Tapestry Program The Standard Article published December 12, 2017. Article in full pasted below. Suzanne Mason, The Standard Niagara-on-the-Lake has been chosen as the sixth site in Ontario to participate in the Health Tapestry program that assists people aged 70 and older stay healthy longer and remain in […]
Bits & Pieces: Inner City FHT receives funding for housing project, supports for management of chronic pain and addictions and more
Your Weekly News & Updates Inner City FHT & Partners Receive More Funding for Housing Project for Adults with Developmental Disabilities The Bridges to Housing (B2H) project received expanded funding to continue identifying and supporting persons with developmental disabilities (DD) experiencing homelessness. Using a population-based triage and screening approach, wait time for diagnostic services has […]
Health & Safety inspections: New tools and resources to help you be ready
Let’s Get Ready… for Health & Safety! The provincial Ministry of Labour (MoL) is visiting family practice health teams (FHTs & CHCs) across Ontario to carry out proactive inspections. These inspections are designed to determine compliance with the Ontario Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and associated regulations. AFHTO has partnered with Public Services Health & […]
Information to Action
Information to Action is a collection of resources and tools that teams can use to start improving the quality of care they deliver now. Through Information to Action, we will provide dedicated support to teams interested in using the momentum of D2D to move from measurement to improvement. It is also meant to teach us what […]
Public Services Health & Safety Association (PSHSA) Webinar
Starting in Fall 2017, the provincial Ministry of Labour (MOL) is conducting proactive inspections of family practice health teams (FHTs & CHCs) across Ontario. These inspections are intended to determine compliance with the Ontario Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and associated regulations. AFHTO has partnered with Public Services Health & Safety Association (PSHSA) to help […]
Data to Decisions eBulletin #70: Even better in 2018!
Missed last month’s workshop on Managing Medication as a Team? Check out all the presentations here. You’ll learn about how some of your peers are already built team-based medication management into their everyday practice. These innovations are effective, sustainable, and ready for spread. Thinking about your Quality Improvement Plan for 2018-2019? HQO is offering […]
Bits & Pieces: OHIP+ webinar recording available, integrating behavioural health into primary care and more
Your Weekly News & Updates What you need to know about OHIP+: Children and Youth Pharmacare If you couldn’t attend the webinar on Nov. 30th, the recording is available here. Watch to learn: Who’s covered under OHIP+? What’s covered? When will the coverage start? How does someone receive coverage? In this Issue What you […]
Webinar – BILL 148 – Major Changes to the Employment Standards Act
Join Maria McDonald of McDonald Health Law for a webinar on Tuesday, December 5th at 12:00 p.m. to learn more about the major changes to the Employment Standards Act and how it will impact your organization. CORRECTION in the WEBINAR: To be clear – the new Scheduling rules do not set a minimum number hours […]
What you need to know about OHIP+: Children and Youth Pharmacare
AFHTO members are invited to attend a webinar on OHIP+: Children and Youth Pharmacare facilitated by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care. Beginning January 1, 2018, children and youth aged 24 years and under who have OHIP coverage will be eligible for the Ontario Drug Benefit program. Enrollment through OHIP+ will be automatic, based […]