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A Patient First plan needs time that the healthcare system doesn’t have

By CKOM News Mar 10, 2026 | 8:32 AM

The Saskatchewan government announced a Patient First healthcare plan that increase virtual care, adds beds and more nurse practitioner numbers. But to have success it will take money and time to build capacity when patients and workers want change now.

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Mon., March 9: A soon-to-be learner drive in Sarah Mills’s house is pause for thought about the bad habits drivers have and what they are being taught.

Fri., March 6: Sarah Mills says a multi-millionaire CEO might want to stick to steak rather than classic burgers.

Thurs., March 5: Throwing rocks may not be as popular as hockey, but Sarah Mills says curling has proven through the Olympics that it brings plenty of drama to the ice.

Wed., March 4: Justin Timberlake is fighting in court to keep his impaired driving arrest video hidden. Sarah Mills says the multi-millionaire singer should accept the public shame and learn a lesson or two.

Tues., March 3: Fifty guinea pigs ending up with the Alberta Animal Rescue Crew Society in an overbreeding case has Sarah Mills feeling grateful for the two furballs she has at home.