Defence begins in trial for Calgary mom who treated son with holistic remedies Six Ontario specialists seem to have worked all 366 days last fiscal yearAuditor general report revealed that the Ministry of Health failed to investigate these doctors and, since 2013, has not 'proactively' tried to reclaim overpayment to physicians New pediatric recommendations question a range of common tests and treatments Throat swabs, acid blockers, allergy tests, stimulants and cough and cold remedies under scrutiny Higher risk of osteonecrosis of the jaw with I.V. bisphosphonates Health Canada also identifies other risk factors for jaw bone loss with oral and IV bisphosphonates. 22% of Canadians 55 and older are taking more than 5 medications daily: online survey Report also found four-in-ten take chronic or compliance medications daily. CPhA seeks ideas for reducing unnecessary tests, treatments Process part of Choosing Wisely Canada campaign commitment. Healthcare professionals urged to curtail antibiotic use in asymptomatic bacteriuria “Symptom-Free Pee: Let It Be” campaign promotes the wise use of antibiotics. What goes on behind the pharmacy counter, anyway? Pharmacists make sure that your prescriptions are safe, appropriate and effectively tailored for you. Inaccuracy of Ministry of Health wait-time data a decade-long struggle, plastic surgeon testifies Saskatoon taps single pharmacy to reduce home care drug errors Region hopes to reduce mistakes by going from 80 pharmacy partners down to one. First Previous 619 620 621 622 623 Next Last