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Canada's Physicians Formally Apologize for Harm to Indigenous Communities

  • The Canadian Medical Association issued a formal apology for the harm physicians caused to Indigenous communities, acknowledging racism, abuse, and neglect in healthcare practices.
  • Historic abuses included substandard care, forced relocations, and experimental treatments, particularly in Indian hospitals.
  • The CMA committed to reconciliation and improving healthcare access and safety for Indigenous Peoples, acknowledging it as a long, ongoing process.