As fall COVID-19 surge looms, is it worth waiting for an Omicron tailored vaccine?Health Canada is currently reviewing bivalent booster candidates from Moderna and Pfizer-BioNTech, which leaves some Canadians debating whether to wait for the revamped shots or go for a booster now. On Ukraine's front line, a fight to save premature babiesBefore Russia's invasion of Ukraine in late February, three hospitals in government-controlled areas of the country's war-torn Donetsk region had facilities to care for premature babies. Bad mix: hot summer days and anti-platelet medications, beta-blockers The meds plus heat associated with an increased risk for myocardial infraction. Pollution is linked to deadly heart arrhythmias Study indicates that people at high risk of ventricular arrhythmias should check daily pollution levels. The merits of holiday happiness Dr. Ted Jablonski shares his most memorable vacations, and why he always takes off as much time as possible. Are we nearing the end of primary care generalism? In the view of Dr. John Maclntyre, if generalism does survive it won’t be any thanks to the CFPC. Poll: Are your patients being impacted by drug shortages? Take our weekly doctor poll. QUIZ: Test your knowledge of detecting and managing dyslipidemia in children Should all children be screened for dyslipidemia? How much do you know about the detection and management of dyslipidemia in children and youth? Can we blend Canada's public and private systems? If we look to other predecessors of blended healthcare systems for answers, Dr. Charles Shaver says yes—and more efficiently. One step back, two steps forward: Improve efficiency, then ramp up your cognitive services! Between drug price deflation, increasing workloads and burnout, something’s gotta give. Here are a few ideas. First Previous 955 956 957 958 959 Next Last
