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- 6/22/2022
B.C. researcher raises concerns about racism in pregnancy and birth care
Researchers at UBC and University of California San Francisco analyzed data from a study of 2,700 people in the U.S. who were surveyed about their pregnancy and birth experiences between 2010 and 2016. - 6/22/2022
Polio virus found in UK sewage samples; risk to public low
The U.K. Health Security Agency said it believes the virus was "vaccine-derived,'' meaning it came from someone who received the live polio vaccine abroad. - 6/21/2022
Instagram - should pharmacists care?
Instagram may not be the first social media platform you think of if you're a pharmacist. Sure, Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn all spring to mind as useful tools to be part of the vibrant pharmacy community. But Instagram? - 6/21/2022
Walgreens launches clinical trial business
The retailer announced the launch of its clinical trial business, which the company said will “redefine the patient experience, and increase access and retention in sponsor-led drug development research.” - 6/21/2022
Nova Scotia attracted 163 new doctors in the last fiscal year, lost another 68
Michelle Thompson calls the number a success, although the province has yet to finish a new health workforce management plan that sets out specific recruitment targets. - 6/21/2022
The (pharmaceutical) funny pages: Blood is thicker than water, unless . . .
Your weekly dose of giggles—take as needed with your Saturday morning coffee! - 6/21/2022
Mystery drug quiz: Match up!
Match these drugs that all start with the letter 'n' with their indications. - 6/21/2022
How do you manage comments on your social media content?
Science communication on social media platforms is a powerful tool that can be used to increase the health literacy of our patients, elevate the profile of our profession, and even serve to complement the knowledge of our peers. However, a good dose of caution is always warranted. - 6/21/2022
POLL: Is it time for national licensure in Canada?
Dr. Katharine Smart said in a recent interview that a pan-Canadian policy would expedite the inclusion of more internationally trained physicians. - 6/20/2022
Medical musical? New YouTube series has docs in stitches
Recently shared on Twitter by the Canadian Association of Emergency Physicians, episode two of the musical comedy series Larry Saves the Canadian Healthcare System had a lot of EM docs laughing their heads off.