While researchers in the U.K. work on developing an eco-formulary that outlines the environmental impact of medications, a Canadian scientist said that a physician’s first responsibility is to their patients.
A new study found only around 5% of people in B.C. who would benefit from medications for alcohol-use disorder received them for the recommended minimum amount of time.
Genetics and artificial intelligence will be at the heart of a therapeutic revolution in the years to come, making it possible to treat previously incurable pathologies.
Health Canada is following other international agencies and looking into whether there is an increased risk of suicidal thoughts, self-harm and suicide risk from diabetes and weight-loss drugs.
Here’s a blog Dr. Davidicus Wong wrote for patients explaining how confidentiality works and in what situations those outside the clinic might be allowed to know something in their medical record.
