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- 11/1/2020
Health Canada requests stronger warnings on 'Z-drugs'
Commonly known as 'Z-drugs,' these medications — used to treat sleep and anxiety disorders, some seizure disorders and to relax muscles or relieve muscle spasms — can lead to problematic use and substance use disorder, according to Health Canada. - 11/1/2020
OMA assures doctors privacy will be upheld in StatsCanada project
The purpose of the data gathering is to strengthen the associations bargaining position in relativity discussions with the provincial government, the OMA said. - 11/1/2020
Why relationships in primary care matter now more than ever
We’ve been getting by with virtual care, and during the pandemic, it may be the best option possible given the many constraints we are facing. But we need to recognize and value the relational effort that makes virtual care function. Ultimately, family medicine is built on relationships. It's relationships, in the clinic and in our communities that will get us through this pandemic. - 10/31/2020
Zoom and our health
- 10/29/2020
Cyberattack targets Montreal health agency, forcing it to go offline
Authorities put contingencies into place for 72 hours by printing hard copies of patient care documents or using USB keys. - 10/29/2020
COVID-19 testing from the front line
With some Ontario pharmacies starting to offer this service, it's brought up a lot of questions, challenges as well as benefits. As with any new service or change to workflow, pharmacies have had to plan, adapt and be agile to incorporate testing into their practice safely and efficiently. Let’s take a closer look at what COVID-19 testing at Ontario needs to take into consideration. - 10/29/2020
COVID-19 app updated to allow users to provide more precise timeline information
The update aims to provide app users with a better estimation of when they may have been most infectious to other, according to a press release. - 10/29/2020
Conversations about flu vaccines for private purchase
Pharmacist Ajit Johal shares his experiences on how to advise patients of flu vaccine options available for private purchase