OMA in the news

Sootoday.com
Ontario doctors alarmed by the rise of 'DIY medicine'
Earlier this year, the CMA reported results of a media survey that found more Canadians are turning to social media for medical advice.
July 10, 2025
Muskokaregion.com
Does the viral ‘McMigraine cure’ really work? Ontario doctors weigh in on DIY health trends
The OMA says that Ontario’s family doctors have seen a rise patients turning to TikTok videos, online diagnosis and unproven therapies for treatment of various health concerns.
July 11, 2025
Niagara Falls Review
This doctor says one-third of her patients self-diagnose using online research. She and others are warning of the risks
July 10, 2025

CTV
Ontario doctors warn of increase in DIY medicine
The OMA is sounding the alarm on what it says is a concerning increase in the number of patients turning to DIY medical solutions.
July 10, 2025

CBC News
Ontario announces $235M in funds to support primary health-care teams
The OMA said that 2.5 million people across Ontario don't have a family doctor and that number will grow.
June 23, 2025

The Daily Press
Physician assistants can ease the health-care crunch in north
According to the OMA in 2024, there are more than 350 physicians needed in Northern Ontario.
May 14, 2025
CTV News
Rural physician shortage sparks debate over incentives, systemic fixes
OMA President Dr. Zainab Abdurrahman addressing systemic pressures on family medicine – such as underfunding and administrative burdens – must take priority.
May 10, 2025
