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- 3/20/2023
B.C. pharmacist who faked his COVID-19 vaccinations suspended for 30 days
The college says its inquiry also found that the pharmacist altered the pharmacy’s software to make his records more difficult to find. - 3/20/2023
Nova Scotia bill targets medical paperwork, aims to reduce number of sick notes
Health Minister Michelle Thompson says the bill will make it easier for health professionals from other provinces to practise in Nova Scotia by eliminating some administrative burden and associated costs. - 3/20/2023
Newfoundland and Labrador seeks to halt privacy commissioner’s 2021 cyberattack probe
An application to the province’s Supreme Court says privacy commissioner Michael Harvey had high-ranking roles within the Heath Department and the Newfoundland and Labrador Centre for Health Information during time periods he is now investigating. - 3/20/2023
What is body dysmorphic disorder?
More common than eating disorders like anorexia and bulimia, yet few are aware of body dysmorphic disorder's dangers to patients. - 3/20/2023
Newfoundland and Labrador to spend $21.2 million on 10 family health teams
Premier Dr. Andrew Furey says the collaborative teams will help increase access to primary care for up to 80,000 people. - 3/20/2023
New toll free 1-844-POISON-X phone number to direct Canadians to available poison centres
Health Canada says over 1,500 people in Canada lose their lives each year to unintentional poisonings from medications, cleaners, and other household items. - 3/19/2023
Is putting labels on the inside of medication bottles a dangerous practice?
This common practice in Quebec could be putting patients are risk, new study shows. - 3/19/2023
N.S. offering nurses $10,000 bonuses to keep them from leaving health system
Premier Tim Houston says the bonuses are to recognize the importance of nurses and to let them know the province needs them. - 3/19/2023
Alberta program trains rural healthcare workers in supporting sex assault victims
The course focuses on assessment, forensic evidence collection and court testimony. - 3/19/2023
Shortage: Health Canada expects limited supply of nitroglycerin sprays this spring
The sprays are used for as-needed pain relief for those with coronary artery disease suffering pain during angina. The fast-acting medication is taken sublingually.