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Four things that happen when you seek help to cope with a loved one’s addiction

When someone you love experiences addiction, it can be difficult to relate to their experiences or to know how to help. Connecting with others and learning how to support yourself will reduce feelings of isolation and put you in the best possible position to help your loved one.

We spoke with Megen, Addictions Counsellor, to learn the positive changes that can happen when you seek support to cope with a loved one’s addiction.

1. You’ll understand the importance of being well-informed

When loved...

Aneta’s support for diagnostic imaging patients is crystal clear

Aneta is a Medical Radiation Technologist (MRT) in the Diagnostic Imaging (DI) Department at Etobicoke General Hospital. Using the latest methods and technologies, Aneta and her team provide fast, accurate diagnoses so patients can begin their treatment as quickly as possible.

She has worked as an MRT at Osler for 11 years, supporting various areas of the DI Department including general radiography, CT and MRI. For the last nine years Aneta has also held the role of Clinical Education Leader, guiding...

Patients acknowledge our commitment to people-centred care

It has been a challenging two and a half years for hospitals everywhere, including Osler. Yet through it all – through every wave of the pandemic and all the changes and uncertainty that came with it – our commitment to people-centred care has remained steadfast.

Osler is seeing the impact of that commitment reflected in the voices of many of our patients and their families who tell us they feel genuinely cared for, safe and well-prepared to manage their condition when they leave the hospital.

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Osler's Etobicoke General Hospital celebrates momentous 50-year legacy of care

Deputy Premier and Minister of Health Sylvia Jones, Minister of Infrastructure Kinga Surma and members of Toronto City Council among dignitaries recognizing hospital milestone

Today, William Osler Health System (Osler) welcomed the Honourable Sylvia Jones, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health; the Honourable Kinga Surma, Minister of Infrastructure and MPP, Etobicoke Centre; and other dignitaries to Osler’s Etobicoke General Hospital to commemorate the hospital’s 50th anniversary and its incredible...