CNA Blog— From the Experts

With new technology platforms inherited from M&A transactions such as digital systems, smart technology, and sometimes artificial intelligence brings with it its own set of cybersecurity risks as the cyber-attack surface has increased.

The Bank of Canada reported a consumer price index (CPI) of 6.9% in September, with the cost of commodities forecasted to increase. This, combined with the lingering supply chain crisis, means that everything is increasing in cost and is less readily available, including automobile parts, specialized equipment and building materials.

During the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic, clinical trial enrolments were largely paused unless the trial was directly related to vaccine development or COVID-19 care.

The current economy is being influenced by several key factors, including the war in Ukraine, the COVID-19 pandemic and climate change, which can lead to catastrophic events such as floods, storms and hurricanes.

When an individual interacts with the healthcare system, that person expects to receive safe, high-quality care. Unfortunately, inadvertent harm – a diagnostic error – may occur at any point along the continuum of patient care.

Our vision at CNA is anchored on building an inclusive workplace culture that welcomes and celebrates difference, enabling everyone to do their best work.

Informed consent (IC) arises from the principle that a person has the right to make decisions about what happens to her or his body.

Businesses with growing international exposures need tailored coverages to meet their unique demands. As more insureds expand their business internationally, it creates an unprecedented opportunity for the commercial insurance industry to provide coverage for overseas operations.

The last two years in cybersecurity have been unprecedented. 2020 saw the en masse transition to remote working as physical offices closed and dining room tables and spare bedrooms became offices and classrooms.

As is evident from the extensive recent literature on workplace burn-out, stress and anxiety are chronic and widespread among healthcare professionals (HCPs).