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Global News
5 days ago
- Health
- Global News
Winnipeg family speaks out over complications related to diabetes medication
A Winnipeg family is speaking out after they say their grandmother's CT scan involving medical contrast dye went horribly wrong. The family tells Global News their 78-year-old grandmother, Kathy Boychuk, was not informed to stop taking her diabetes medication before the procedure, and as a result has been left with severe kidney damage. '(It's) hell, plain and simple,' Boychuk told Global News over a video call from her hospital bed. 'I am in so much pain, you cannot believe it. I went through hell and back and that should have not happened.' Boychuk went in for a CT scan on her abdomen at Grace Hospital on May 25. She returned home, but days later was rushed to the Health Sciences Centre (HSC). They say the doctors told them her kidneys were shutting down. View image in full screen Burmachuk says his grandmother was planting flowers in her garden after her CT scan and days later was in hospital on life support. Courtesy / Joshua Burmachuk 'From May 25 — when the procedure was — and within a five-day span, she was in the hospital on critical life support,' Boychuk's grandson, Joshua Burmachuk, said. Story continues below advertisement 'It broke my heart, seeing her there (in hospital). I didn't even want to leave the hospital, it broke my heart.' Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy Burmachuk says numerous family members gathered at HSC, and the doctor there told them their grandmother's medical reaction was due to a combination of her diabetes medication, metformin, and medical red contrast dye, an agent used to improve the diagnostic value of imaging exams. Burmachuk and Boychuk allege the doctors at Grace Hospital never informed her to stop taking metformin prior to the procedure. 'They are supposed to notify her that she's supposed to stop taking it, 48 hours before and then 48 hours after the procedure,' Burmachuk says. 'And she went and filled out the paper for them, letting them know which medication she was taking, and they just never followed up on it and they just proceeded with everything.' View image in full screen Joshua Burmachuk and his grandmother, Kathy Boychuk. Courtesy / Joshua Burmachuk A letter to Boychuk from Shared Health that was shown to Global News states, 'medications may be taken with a few sips of water. Consult with your physician if you are diabetic or if medication is to be taken with food.' Story continues below advertisement Burmachuk says they didn't consult with their physician in advance, but feel the letter lacked clarity. He also says the hospital was provided with a list of Boychuk's medications and was aware of her medical history. In an emailed statement to Global News, a spokesperson for Shared Health says they are sorry to hear about the Boychuk's experience, and urges Boychuk or her family to contact their patient relations office to discuss their concerns. 'While we can't speak to specific patient cases, for those with normal or mildly reduced kidney function, metformin and IV contrast are generally safe,' the statement read. 'Decisions about using contrast in patients with kidney issues are made carefully by doctors and radiologists which is why our letter indicates that those with Diabetes should consult with their physician prior to their test.' The family says Boychuk now has a long road to recovery ahead. 'She's doing a bit better, but still, she's in rough shape,' Burmachuk said. 'She doesn't deserve this.' The family says they want to share their story publicly, to ensure the same doesn't happen to anyone else. 'It's absolutely horrible and nobody needs to go through this,' Boychuk said. 'I don't want to see this happen to another person.'
Hamilton Spectator
03-05-2025
- Sport
- Hamilton Spectator
Boychuk's second-half goal earns Montreal Roses FC 2-1 NSL win over Ottawa Rapid FC
LAVAL - Tanya Boychuk's second-half goal earned Montreal Roses FC a 2-1 win over Ottawa Rapid FC in Northern Super League action Saturday. Boychuk scored at the 70-minute mark to break a 1-1 tie. Latifah Abdu had the other goal for Montreal (3-0), which outshot its opponent 15-4 and 5-1 in on-target shots. Delaney Pridham had the lone goal for Ottawa (1-2), opening the scoring 40 minutes into the first half. This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 3, 2025.
CBC
03-05-2025
- Sport
- CBC
Boychuk's second-half goal earns Montreal Roses FC 2-1 NSL win over Ottawa Rapid FC
Social Sharing Tanya Boychuk's second-half goal earned Montreal Roses FC a 2-1 win over Ottawa Rapid FC in Northern Super League action Saturday. WATCH | Roses FC get 1st home victory, still undefeated in NSL play: Roses FC get 1st home victory, still undefeated in NSL play 1 hour ago Duration 2:36 Boychuk scored at the 70-minute mark to break a 1-1 tie. Latifah Abdu had the other goal for Montreal (3-0), which outshot its opponent 15-4 and 5-1 in on-target shots. Delaney Pridham had the lone goal for Ottawa (1-2), opening the scoring 40 minutes into the first half.
Winnipeg Free Press
03-05-2025
- Sport
- Winnipeg Free Press
Boychuk's second-half goal earns Montreal Roses FC 2-1 NSL win over Ottawa Rapid FC
LAVAL – Tanya Boychuk's second-half goal earned Montreal Roses FC a 2-1 win over Ottawa Rapid FC in Northern Super League action Saturday. Boychuk scored at the 70-minute mark to break a 1-1 tie. Latifah Abdu had the other goal for Montreal (3-0), which outshot its opponent 15-4 and 5-1 in on-target shots. Winnipeg Jets Game Days On Winnipeg Jets game days, hockey writers Mike McIntyre and Ken Wiebe send news, notes and quotes from the morning skate, as well as injury updates and lineup decisions. Arrives a few hours prior to puck drop. Delaney Pridham had the lone goal for Ottawa (1-2), opening the scoring 40 minutes into the first half. This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 3, 2025.
CBC
15-04-2025
- Politics
- CBC
Ukrainian newcomers in Edmonton scramble to find English classes as federal funding ends
Ukrainian newcomers in Edmonton with temporary Canadian visas are seeking out affordable English classes after the federal government ended its settlement support funding at the end of March. The funding provided subsidized English classes for the past two years, which the Ukrainian Canadian Congress said are vital for the success of newcomers in Canada. "Many have arrived here with very limited or no English," said UCC president Orysia Boychuk. "Without having the English classes, employment becomes extremely challenging and it's also very difficult to get into any kind of post-secondary education for those who want to continue studying or take a trade." Immigration, Refugees and Canadian Citizenship Canada provided the classes, but Boychuk said waitlists for the classes were six months to a year long, meaning some people were never actually placed in a class. "There was a very limited amount of access to the program. So people who actually needed it and enrolled, many have not received the training." Boychuk said it can take over a year for newcomers to learn English well enough to feel comfortable using it at work or school. In a statement to CBC, the IRCC said the settlement services, which also included access to settlement workers who helped newcomers navigate government systems and fill out paperwork "are typically reserved for permanent residents and were intended to provide temporary support to Ukrainians and their family members as they adjusted to life in Canada." The statement goes on to read "while federally funded settlement services are no longer available, many Ukrainians may be able to access similar programs and services through non-IRCC funded settlement service providers, community groups [and different levels of local government]." The Ukrainian Canadian Congress said it is now trying to adjust to the changes and has started offering its own language classes. Without access to federal programming, newcomers have limited options, Boychuk said, and many rely on community organizations to provide affordable programs. English classes at private colleges can cost up to $4,000 for a four-month program. The need for English classes The Islamic Family & Social Services Association provides support for newcomers and refugees and often faces challenges associated with access to English classes. Omar Yaqub is the executive director and said it's not only about ensuring there is enough space in the classes. "When we're pushing people into limited options, we're often pushing them out completely. If you tell a parent who has to pick up a child that 3 p.m. is the only time they can take a class, you are essentially telling them they can't take a class," said Yaqub. Yaqub said it's also important for newcomers to begin English classes within a few months of their arrival, otherwise it can lead to social isolation and poverty. To help ensure success for newcomers, Yaqub said English education should be treated similar to the public school system. He wants to see standardization and a curriculum that both private and public organizations can follow. "If we want to be able to continue to grow, to continue to be prosperous, we need immigration. If we want immigration to be successful, then we need our language training to also keep up with the needs we see."
