Mayo Clinic honours Edmonton doctor engaged in eHealth projectsUniversity of Alberta Hospital physician Dr. Ann Colbourne has been selected by the Mayo Clinic as the latest recipient of its Plummer Society Award for Excellence. 'Sicker' Canadians most in need of health care, but cost a barrier for many: reportResults from the 2011 Commonwealth Fund International Health Policy Survey. Sort job descriptions out before expanding tech's role Re: What if pharmacy technicians took over all drug dispensing?, December 6, 2011 Tech regulation imperative to moving pharmacy forward Re: What if pharmacy technicians took over all drug dispensing?, December 5, 2011 Tech regulation means better patient care Re: What if pharmacy technicians took over all drug dispensing?, December 6, 2011 Treating cough and cold in children: new guidance from Canadian Paediatric Society Use of cough and cold medications in children has been associated with medication errors and adverse events, including death. Alternative medicines popular among rheumatoid arthritis patients Physicians need to be aware of treatments—such as gin-soaked raisins—and potential interactions with conventional medications Automatic BP cuffs lead to better diagnoses About one-quarter of hypertensives are being misdiagnosed Biologics have lasting power in rheumatoid arthritis But recommended starting dose is not effective, Canadian researcher notes E-mail use can enhance doctor-patient relationship Study of hospital using MyChart showed benefits in improved efficiency, better communication High-dose statins trial shows power against plaque Atherosclerotic plaque was reduced, but commentator says results don’t give green light to high-dose therapy How to handle (and improve) polypharmacy in your patients Figuring out what exactly a patient is taking—and what else they’re taking—is key in managing meds First Previous 848 849 850 851 852 Next Last
