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- 10/22/2020
Banning single-use plastics is the right choice for our environment and our health
Even if the virus is spread via surfaces, the role of disposable plastics remains unclear. Disposable plastic is no less likely to be contaminated than a similar reusable option. Touching the plastic wrapping around a bunch of bananas is not safer than touching the banana directly. - 10/22/2020
Medical cannabis users still feel stigma in the medical system
The survey of 1,000 Canadians found they most commonly use medical cannabis for anxiety disorder, depression, and insomnia. - 10/22/2020
UofA doctor develops app to help FPs better treat adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities
Dr. Sue emphasized the importance of clear communication when caring for patients with developmental disorders. He recommended using short phrases and straightforward language. - 10/22/2020
Hundreds fewer detained over mental health crises with Peel's new rapid response teams
Peel's new Mobile Crisis Rapid Response Teams (MCRRT), which pair officers with mental health clinicians, have apprehended and taken to hospital just 22 per cent of the people in crisis they responded to between the teams' introduction in January and Oct. 1, according to new numbers released by Peel police. - 10/22/2020
Nanaimo man sets up website aggregating B.C. family doctors taking new patients
Don Gayton, an electrical engineer, started the crowdsourcing site nine months ago after he moved from North Vancouver to Nanaimo and had trouble finding a physician. - 10/22/2020
76% of patients hospitalized with COVID-19 have symptoms months later: study
Apart from symptoms, the research found 88% of patients studied had lung abnormalities. - 10/21/2020
Labrador Health Centre to add mental health unit extension
The unit will feature private bedrooms for patients, as well as dining lounge and recreation spaces. It will also include a group therapy room, suitable for Indigenous ceremonies. - 10/21/2020
New app aims to rate doctors on cultural sensitivity
The Support Network for Indigenous Women and Women of Colour is seeking funding to develop the app, similar to Yelp. They want to collect information around experiences with medical practitioners, and help people find culturally-sensitive providers.