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AFHTO 2017 Conference: Presentation notifications sent out

Thank you to everyone who submitted an abstract for concurrent session and poster presentations at the AFHTO 2017 Conference. The working groups have now reviewed all submissions and a notification e-mail has been sent to each contact person. If you are part of a group that has prepared an abstract, please ensure your group contact has received an e-mail including the words “AFHTO 2017 Conference” in the subject on June 5th, 2017.

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URGENT Memo: Malware Outbreaks and Patch (May 12)- Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care Emergency Operations Centre

To Health System Partners, As you may be aware from media outlets, a global malware outbreak has occurred, which began affecting organizations in the UK National Health Service yesterday and spread globally throughout the day. Please see the attached memo (originally sent to all hospital CEOs regarding this ransomware attack). The attached memo includes a link to a software patch that will protect from the malware attack.

Implementing Choosing Wisely Canada Recommendations in Ontario to Improve Quality of Care: HQO Report

Ontario clinicians deliver quality care by reducing unnecessary care: new report When it comes to medical tests and procedures, less can sometimes be better. According to a new report released this week, Ontario health care providers are successfully working to provide and improve quality care by reducing unnecessary care to patients across Ontario.