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House Hansard - 322

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
May 31, 2024 10:00AM
Context: House Hansard - 322 - May/31/24
Mr. Peter Julian (New Westminster—Burnaby, NDP)
  • May/31/24 11:15:28 a.m.
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Madam Speaker, I am honoured to wear today a purple pin in recognition of May as Lupus Awareness Month. Lupus, a chronic autoimmune disease, affects more than one in a thousand Canadians. Managing lupus is as complex as diagnosing it. I want to share the story of my constituent Brenda, from New Westminster, who has battled lupus for over three decades. This disease can impact organs, including the skin, eyes, joints, heart, lungs and kidneys. Brenda requires 17 different medications to manage her lupus effectively. That is why the NDP advocates for increased funding to support a comprehensive approach that encompasses medication for symptom management, lifestyle adjustments and consistent supervision by health care professionals. Together, we must ensure all lupus patients have equitable access to quality care, which is crucial for their well-being now and in the future. I extend my gratitude to Brenda; to my terrific niece, Charlotte, who works as a teacher and battles lupus; as well as to Lupus Canada, for its tireless advocacy during Lupus Awareness Month.
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Context: House Hansard - 322 - May/31/24
Mr. Peter Julian (New Westminster—Burnaby, NDP)
  • May/31/24 11:28:33 a.m.
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Madam Speaker, a third of the people who have registered for the NDP dental care program are in Quebec. The need is there, and the NDP delivered results. The Conservatives and the Bloc Québécois do not want dental care for seniors, children and people with disabilities. The Conservatives are spreading disinformation and do not care about the impact that might have on people's health and wallets. We cannot allow this to happen. Will the government counter the Conservatives' disinformation and ensure that this dental care is available to everyone who needs it?
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Context: House Hansard - 322 - May/31/24
Mr. Peter Julian (New Westminster—Burnaby, NDP)
  • May/31/24 11:29:50 a.m.
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Madam Speaker, on dental care, the NDP forced the government to do it; now we want to make sure that all Canadians get it. Beginning in June, children under 18 and persons with disabilities will benefit from the NDP's dental care plan. Tens of thousands of seniors are already saving money, thanks to this dental coverage, but the Conservatives want Canadians to pay out-of-pocket. They already want to axe dental care for seniors. They are spreading disinformation and doing everything they can to take it away. Will the government put into place all the resources necessary to fight Conservative disinformation and stop them from denying dental care for Canadians?
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