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- 10/5/2022
B.C. pharmacists welcome new prescription powers, but eye administrative burden
Health Minister Adrian Dix announced the expansion last week as part of a plan to address human resource challenges that are contributing to an ongoing healthcare crisis. - 10/5/2022
What's new about the benefits of walking?
Dr. Noorali Bharwani looks at how many steps it really takes to gain all the health perks of walking. - 10/5/2022
Respiratory illness, dropped masks, worker shortage, factors in kids' hospital waits
Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario president Alex Munter spoke to a federal health committee last week, noting that last month was the busiest September on record since the Ottawa hospital opened. - 10/5/2022
QUIZ: Test your knowledge of prize-winning medicine
It’s Nobel Prize season. This year’s award in Physiology or Medicine recognized discoveries in evolutionary genetics, but many past winners have had a huge impact on clinical practice. How well do you know your medical history? Find out here! - 10/5/2022
Addictions docs, Ontario govt. reach virtual care deal after outcry from physicians
The issue arose after the Ministry of Health and the OMA reached a "physicians services agreement'' in February. - 10/5/2022
Predictive factors for rheumatoid arthritis
Study shows majority of patients’ relatives are interested in taking a predictive test. - 10/5/2022
Young Leader in Pharmacy Justin Dovale: "I'm truly amazed by the creativity and ingenuity of our young pharmacy leaders."
As accessible healthcare providers, pharmacists are well-positioned to make a great impact for their patients in various ways. I'm most excited about using our accessibility and positioning within the broader healthcare system to fulfill unmet needs. - 10/4/2022
Manitoba backbencher says bill would protect healthcare providers, patients
Shannon Martin introduced a bill in the legislature Tuesday that would create "access zones'' of between 50 and 150 metres around schools, hospitals and other areas where healthcare is provided. - 10/4/2022
Forms ‘kill’ family doctors
Dr. Matthew Schurter outlines how even organizations that think they are helping by creating e-portals are usually not helping.