Small Saskatchewan Communities Face Doctor Shortage and Healthcare Challenges

Rural communities in Saskatchewan, like Macoun and Lloydminster, are struggling to maintain family doctors due to retirements and out-migrations. A recent report revealed hundreds of service disruptions due to staffing shortages and low morale among healthcare workers. The province needs to encourage medical students to work in rural areas through incentives like tuition relief. Additionally, there are concerns about the amalgamation of health regions and lack of rural transportation.

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