ARTICLES BY THIS AUTHOR
- 7/25/2021
Tell the CMA to make the right choice
It is time to tell the CMA that their equity goal is right but silencing democracy is off-target. So say a group including former CMA presidents and provincial medical association presidents. They make this case as we approach the CMA's virtual AGM on Aug 22 where key issues are being decided. - 7/25/2021
Pediatricians warn of potential resurgence of common cold viruses ahead of schedule
A letter written by medical experts at the BC Children's Hospital Research Institute and published Monday in the Canadian Medical Association Journal says Canada could see a rise in respiratory syncytial virus in infants and young children. - 7/25/2021
Vaccine maker BioNTech to use mRNA tech to target malaria
The Germany-based company, which developed the first widely approved coronavirus shot together with U.S. partner Pfizer, aims to begin clinical trials for a "safe and highly effective malaria vaccine'' by the end of 2022. - 7/22/2021
Blockchain and pharmacies: How technology can make selling medical cannabis safer
Many patients swear by medical cannabis as an effective treatment for a wide swathe of ailments and symptoms, including chronic pain, opioid dependency, nausea, sleep disturbances, and anxiety. - 7/22/2021
Working in my neighbourhood
It is not always easy to work in your own neighbourhood as a doctor. But I have spent my entire family medicine career taking care of my neighbours, I see them outside, we walk our dogs together. - 7/22/2021
Poll: Are nursing shortages affecting you?
Several provinces are experiencing nursing shortages, with headlines declaring that many in the country are simply quitting after the strain of the pandemic so far. Are these shortages affecting your workplace? - 7/22/2021
European agency is 1st to clear Moderna jab for children
Until now, the vaccine made by Pfizer and German partner BioNTech has been the only option for children as young as 12 in North America and Europe. - 7/22/2021
Supporting patients who need help managing their diabetes
Many patients who visit the pharmacy have diabetes. How many of these patients actually have their diabetes well controlled or even know how to properly monitor their blood glucose? - 7/22/2021
Alberta funds Indigenous-led approach to mental health for Indian residential school trauma
The funding announced today brings the province's commitment to support Indigenous-led efforts in mental health care to nearly $8 million.