PNL August #1 '25

August 07, 2025

🌟 Hello Medimap Community,

Most people guess wrong. Here’s how to choose between the ER, walk-in, or virtual care in under a minute.

Family doctors get a big pay bump, China battles a fast-moving new virus, and Trump’s pharma tariffs could ripple into Canada. 👇

. DEEP DIVE .

🏥 ER, Walk-In, or Virtual? How to Choose Fast

Chest pain at midnight. A nasty cut. A fever that won’t break. When every minute counts, knowing where to go can save lives. This guide shows you how to choose the right option in under a minute.

Sneak Peek Inside:

  • 60-second guide to getting the right care, fast

  • Why “better safe than sorry” can backfire

  • Red flags you should never ignore

. NEWSFLASH .

💸 Family Doctors Set for Big Pay Bump
The Ford government and Ontario Medical Association are finalizing a new compensation model aimed at keeping family doctors in comprehensive practice and stopping the exodus from primary care.

🦟 Mosquito-Borne Virus Spreads Fast in China
Over 7,000 infected in Guangdong as authorities deploy drones, nets, fines, and even larva-eating fish to fight the mosquito-borne virus. Experts say the rapid spread is linked to zero pre-existing immunity. 

💰 B.C. Spent $508M on Private Nursing Agencies
Data shows BC has paid over half a billion in two years to keep hospitals and care homes staffed, a record reliance critics call a “vicious cycle” that’s driving nurses out of permanent jobs.

💊 Trump Threatens 250% Pharma Tariffs
The U.S. president says new stepwise tariffs could force drug manufacturing back to America. Experts warn it could disrupt supply chains and potentially impact Canada’s access and pricing.

. WARNING .

🔥 Track Wildfires & Air Quality Now

From B.C. to Quebec, special air quality statements and warnings are in place as wildfire smoke drifts across the country. If you’re in an affected area, limit outdoor activity and keep windows closed. Use the tracker below to see where fires are spreading

. NUTRITION .

🥧 Healthy Eating on a Budget

💰 Cost per serving: ~$0.81 | Spinach Pie | ⏱️ Time: 1 hr

Flaky on the outside, rich and flavorful inside, this spinach pie is an instant classic. You won’t actually want to share it, but it’s polite to pretend.

. YOUR TAKE .

☕ Canada’s Coffee Showdown

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. BUZZ & BANTER .

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