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Is Healthcare in Canada Really Free? The Truth Newcomers Need to Know | Dr. Misbah Akram
<p>Dr. Misbah Akram is a family physician practicing in Calgary with experience across four countries. In this episode, she breaks down what immigrants consistently misunderstand about Canadian healthcare, from what’s actually free to how wait times really work.</p><p>We get into the lifestyle and cultural factors driving high rates of metabolic syndrome, diabetes, and stress-related illness among immigrant communities, why building a relationship with a family doctor matters more than people realize, and how to use AI responsibly for health questions without replacing real medical advice.</p><p>Key things we cover:</p><p>• What’s actual...






