Head lice: updated statementThe Canadian Paediatric Society has issued a revised statement on the diagnosis and management of head lice. Revlimid approved for multiple myelomaCelgene's Revlimid (lenalidomide 15 mg and 25 mg capsules) is now indicated for the treatment of multiple myeloma (in combination with dexamethasone) in patients who have received at least one prior therapy. Many U.K. pharmacy workers giving bad advice Many U.K. pharmacy workers giving bad advice Health organizations join hands to promote safe medication use CPhA, CMA join forces with Rx&D to promote safe and appropriate medication use among Canadians. New indication for Viread Gilead Sciences' Viread (tenofovir disoproxil fumarate tablets) is now indicated for the treatment of chronic hepatitis B infection in adults. Air travel during pregnancy Air travel during pregnancy has not been shown to increase the rate of miscarriage in pregnant women, according to the Motherisk Program at Toronto's Hospital for Sick Children. A Question of Ethics Can pharmacy accommodate differing principles? Practice Issues: Adverse Reactions Studies look at cardiovascular effects of glitazones and adverse drug events in the elderly. Alberta defines acceptable e-scripts Colleges stress need for suitable infrastructure. Colorecetal cancer Early detection, treatment and management of side effects. Drug News: October 2008 Zeftera (ceftobiprole medocaril for injection, 500 mg/vial), Janssen-Ortho. Editorial: The long and wired road Technology will drive an integrated healthcare system, but how long can we wait? First Previous 1969 1970 1971 1972 1973 Next Last
