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- 9/5/2022
Fake Florida doctor sentenced to 9 years for dating scam
The case was investigated by the U.S. Postal Service and the Internal Revenue Service, and authorities said they are searching for any additional victims. - 9/5/2022
India and China clear needle free COVID-19 vaccines
Regulators in India authorized Bharat Biotech's nasal version on Tuesday as an option for people who haven't yet been vaccinated. - 9/5/2022
B.C. pharmacist who reused syringe barrel suspended for one year
Bhanu Prasad Seelaboyina faces suspension and class-action lawsuit after reusing a syringe barrel for multiple COVID-19 vaccines last year. - 9/5/2022
EXPLAINER: Is COVID-19 winding down? Scientists say no.
Scientists predict the scourge that's already lasted longer than the 1918 flu pandemic will linger far into the future. - 9/5/2022
Healthcare labour shortage a long time coming, requires shift to team-based care
In recent weeks hospitals across the country have taken drastic measures to cope with the staff shortages, including temporarily closing emergency departments. - 9/5/2022
Unions representing 60,000 B.C. healthcare workers reach tentative contract deal
Meena Brisard, the lead negotiator for the nine-union Facilities Bargaining Association, said protecting members' earnings against rising living costs had been a priority during the talks that began in February. - 9/5/2022
Case Report: A limp and a rash
A patient with an unusual symptom and extensive rash lead Dr. Robert Dickson to diagnose shingles. - 9/5/2022
CVS to buy home healthcare provider Signify for $8 billion
CVS said Signify has more than 10,000 employees including physicians and nurses, a presence in every state, and offers technology platforms. - 9/5/2022
Two upcoming events for pharmacy techs
N.S. pharmacy conference, plus webinar for hospital techs - 9/5/2022
Ontario's science table members would have advised against scrapping COVID isolation
Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Kieran Moore said last week that those who test positive for COVID-19 no longer need to isolate for five days, an approach he referred to as "practical and pragmatic.''