Eric Lewis
@ericblewis.bsky.social
Father. Husband. Pet servant. Music fan. Work in comms. Former journalist. He/him.
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How does gender-affirming health care work in Canada?
Discover how gender-affirming health care works in Canada—from comprehensive social and clinical support to accessing specialized clinics. Learn how major Canadian associations back services that affi...
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November 19, 2025 at 1:52 PM
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‘This is the Alberta government saying that the rights of trans kids to receive life-saving health care, go by their own pronouns at school or play on sport teams don’t matter as much as the Smith government’s right to dictate their lives.’ By @melwoods.me thetyee.ca/Opinion/2025...
Danielle Smith Goes Nuclear on Trans Rights | The Tyee
Alberta’s premier is overriding Charter protections. Here’s a fact check on her claims.
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November 20, 2025 at 3:54 PM
‘This is the Alberta government saying that the rights of trans kids to receive life-saving health care, go by their own pronouns at school or play on sport teams don’t matter as much as the Smith government’s right to dictate their lives.’ By @melwoods.me thetyee.ca/Opinion/2025...
"When we live with low self-esteem, there’s often a gap between how we see ourselves and how others see us. Compliments highlight that gap, and instead of feeling good, it can feel uncomfortable."
Why Accepting Compliments Can Be Hard: Low Self-Esteem and Self-Worth Explained — A Welcoming Home
Do you struggle to accept compliments or downplay your achievements? Difficulty receiving praise is a common symptom of low self-esteem. Learn why this happens, how it affects your self-worth and rela...
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November 20, 2025 at 4:03 PM
"When we live with low self-esteem, there’s often a gap between how we see ourselves and how others see us. Compliments highlight that gap, and instead of feeling good, it can feel uncomfortable."
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The CMA is deeply disappointed that the Alberta government has invoked the notwithstanding clause to interfere in the clinical care of patients.
Our statement ⬇️
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Our statement ⬇️
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November 19, 2025 at 12:05 AM
The CMA is deeply disappointed that the Alberta government has invoked the notwithstanding clause to interfere in the clinical care of patients.
Our statement ⬇️
https://bit.ly/4i3bOxY
Our statement ⬇️
https://bit.ly/4i3bOxY
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Doctors across Canada are deeply concerned that the #Alberta government’s proposed private care plan will leave more Albertans waiting even longer to access health care. The CMA is calling on the government to reconsider this proposal, and focus on known solutions to support public health care.
Alberta’s private health proposal will leave more Albertans waiting longer for care: CMA
Doctors across Canada are deeply concerned that the Alberta government’s proposed private care plan will leave more Albertans waiting even longer to access health care.
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November 18, 2025 at 8:29 PM
Doctors across Canada are deeply concerned that the #Alberta government’s proposed private care plan will leave more Albertans waiting even longer to access health care. The CMA is calling on the government to reconsider this proposal, and focus on known solutions to support public health care.
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The CMA is disappointed and deeply concerned that Canada has lost its #measles elimination status from the Pan American Health Organization. We echo the Public Health Agency of Canada: the measles vaccine is the best way to protect you and your family.
Let's work together to keep measles at bay.
Let's work together to keep measles at bay.
Canada can regain measles elimination status if we all work together: CMA
The Canadian Medical Association is disappointed and deeply concerned that Canada has lost its measles elimination status from the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO).
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November 10, 2025 at 5:51 PM
The CMA is disappointed and deeply concerned that Canada has lost its #measles elimination status from the Pan American Health Organization. We echo the Public Health Agency of Canada: the measles vaccine is the best way to protect you and your family.
Let's work together to keep measles at bay.
Let's work together to keep measles at bay.
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We’re pleased the federal government listened to health care providers and patients to maintain planned health spending increases in Budget 2025 with a commitment to invest $5 billion in health infrastructure 🧵👇
November 4, 2025 at 11:10 PM
We’re pleased the federal government listened to health care providers and patients to maintain planned health spending increases in Budget 2025 with a commitment to invest $5 billion in health infrastructure 🧵👇
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Health ministers missed an opportunity this week to deliver real solutions to improve #AccessToCare. The CMA urged governments to reduce barriers for doctors and support health workers across Canada.
Canadians deserve better.
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Canadians deserve better.
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Health Ministers missed opportunity to provide solutions to improve access to health care: CMA
Federal, provincial and territorial health ministers missed an opportunity this week to provide Canadians with tangible solutions to the many barriers to accessing care across the country. We know wha...
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October 17, 2025 at 10:31 PM
Health ministers missed an opportunity this week to deliver real solutions to improve #AccessToCare. The CMA urged governments to reduce barriers for doctors and support health workers across Canada.
Canadians deserve better.
Our statement 👇
Canadians deserve better.
Our statement 👇
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📣 Canadian medical students: we want to hear from you!
Your insights on digital health will guide curriculum development, training and planning for the next generation of physicians.
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Your insights on digital health will guide curriculum development, training and planning for the next generation of physicians.
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October 2, 2025 at 3:49 PM
📣 Canadian medical students: we want to hear from you!
Your insights on digital health will guide curriculum development, training and planning for the next generation of physicians.
Scan the QR code below to begin👇
Your insights on digital health will guide curriculum development, training and planning for the next generation of physicians.
Scan the QR code below to begin👇
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This, but just about every definition, is fascism. The only question now is whether everyone lets it continue. www.thestar.com/opinion/cont...
Justin Ling: We need to stop being so naive about what America is becoming. Trump and his secretary of war just showed us why
Former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright observed some years ago that fascism is quite hard to define. It is not an ideology, she said. “I think it is a method,
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October 1, 2025 at 1:11 PM
This, but just about every definition, is fascism. The only question now is whether everyone lets it continue. www.thestar.com/opinion/cont...
Symptom Of The Universe (2021 Remaster)
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September 26, 2025 at 12:25 AM
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Prime Minister @mark-carney.bsky.social is promising to move quickly to build a resilient country for generations to come, and it should go without saying: there cannot be a healthy and strong Canada without a healthy and strong population.
We need all hands on deck to fix Canadian health.
We need all hands on deck to fix Canadian health.
COMMENTARY: As Parliament resumes, Canadians expect health care solutions
Members of Parliament returned to Ottawa last week with an unprecedented set of issues: a once-in-a-generation affordability and housing crisis, U.S. trade war tactics reminiscent of the Great Depress...
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September 26, 2025 at 12:25 AM
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The climate crisis is a health crisis – not just because of the first-hand impacts on human health, but also the enormous trickle-down effects on the health system.
Hear how @drmargotburnell.bsky.social , Dr. Courtney Howard and Dr. Andrea MacNeill are working towards system-level change.
Hear how @drmargotburnell.bsky.social , Dr. Courtney Howard and Dr. Andrea MacNeill are working towards system-level change.
The climate crisis is a health crisis, and Canada’s health care system can be part of the solution
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September 25, 2025 at 6:56 PM
The climate crisis is a health crisis – not just because of the first-hand impacts on human health, but also the enormous trickle-down effects on the health system.
Hear how @drmargotburnell.bsky.social , Dr. Courtney Howard and Dr. Andrea MacNeill are working towards system-level change.
Hear how @drmargotburnell.bsky.social , Dr. Courtney Howard and Dr. Andrea MacNeill are working towards system-level change.
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The SOGC’s recent position statement reaffirming the safety of acetaminophen use in pregnancy was featured in an @apnews.com article reporting on the U.S. government announcement associating acetaminophen with autism. Read more: globalnews.ca/news/1144019... 1/2
Autism and its causes: What to know as Trump announces new U.S. guidelines - National | Globalnews.ca
U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday used the platform of the presidency to promote unproven ties between Tylenol, vaccines and autism without giving new evidence.
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September 23, 2025 at 8:51 PM
The SOGC’s recent position statement reaffirming the safety of acetaminophen use in pregnancy was featured in an @apnews.com article reporting on the U.S. government announcement associating acetaminophen with autism. Read more: globalnews.ca/news/1144019... 1/2
Every once in a while, a decades-old clip of George Carlin will suddenly become eerily relevant.
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George Carlin on the FCC 🔥🔥🔥
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September 23, 2025 at 7:57 PM
Every once in a while, a decades-old clip of George Carlin will suddenly become eerily relevant.
www.youtube.com/shorts/YUqIB...
www.youtube.com/shorts/YUqIB...
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There will be some serious bargains available after The Rapture takes place
September 22, 2025 at 12:18 PM
There will be some serious bargains available after The Rapture takes place
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Notwithstanding clause won't stop court challenges of Alberta trans laws: groups
EDMONTON - Doctors and LGBTQ+ advocacy groups challenging Alberta laws affecting transgender people say they aren't backing down after learning the province plans to invoke the Charter's notwithstandi...
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September 20, 2025 at 3:49 AM
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Political interference in health care sets a dangerous precedent.
The CMA is calling on the Alberta government to refrain from using the notwithstanding clause to enact legislation that threatens patient care.
The CMA is calling on the Alberta government to refrain from using the notwithstanding clause to enact legislation that threatens patient care.
CMA calls on Alberta government to refrain from using notwithstanding clause to interfere with patient care
The Canadian Medical Association (CMA) calls on the Alberta government to refrain from invoking the notwithstanding clause to enact legislation that directly interferes in the clinical care of patient...
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September 19, 2025 at 7:24 PM
Political interference in health care sets a dangerous precedent.
The CMA is calling on the Alberta government to refrain from using the notwithstanding clause to enact legislation that threatens patient care.
The CMA is calling on the Alberta government to refrain from using the notwithstanding clause to enact legislation that threatens patient care.
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As members of Parliament return to Ottawa this week with an ambitious agenda for unpredictable times, the CMA urges Prime Minister @mark-carney.bsky.social and his government to listen to Canadians and make improving health care a key priority.
Our statement 👇
Our statement 👇
Canadians count on MPs to make health care a nation-building priority
As members of Parliament return to Ottawa this week with an ambitious agenda for unpredictable times, the Canadian Medical Association (CMA) urges Prime Minister Mark Carney and his government to list...
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September 15, 2025 at 1:20 PM
As members of Parliament return to Ottawa this week with an ambitious agenda for unpredictable times, the CMA urges Prime Minister @mark-carney.bsky.social and his government to listen to Canadians and make improving health care a key priority.
Our statement 👇
Our statement 👇