Doctor and former Saskatchewan NDP leader to release book on COVID-19 responseThe publisher, UBC Press, says the book also highlights the failings of Saskatchewan and Canada in responding to COVID-19. Provinces falling short of national long-term care standards: reportThe institute’s report found that only 25 of the 117 criteria laid out in the national standards could be found in the policies of all provinces and territories, as of December 2022. Opinion: Canada’s misguided changes to drug regulation could fast-track unproven medications and divert funds from other health needs The Canadian government is proposing a new ‘Agile Licensing’ framework to expedite pre-market regulation of pharmaceuticals. Doctors share some of their prescriptions that don’t come in a bottle Some prescriptions go beyond pharmacology. We asked doctors how they advise patients when pills aren't all that's involved. Morning after pill vending machines gain popularity on college campuses post Roe Need Plan B? Tap your credit card and enter B6. Three tick-borne diseases added to the reportable disease list in Ontario Anaplasmosis, babesiosis and Powassan virus are now classified as 'Diseases of Public Health Significance' and have been added to the reportable disease list in Ontario. ‘A life saving tool’: More people carrying naloxone to help strangers on the street Kym Porter has been carrying a naloxone kit in her purse since her son died of an overdose more than six years ago. Australia is the first country to let patients with depression or PTSD be prescribed psychedelic Beginning Saturday, Australian physicians can prescribe doses of MDMA, also known as ecstasy, for PTSD. Safe haven: Sarah Kozusko provides a bridge to vital healthcare for the most vulnerable 'We have no front-shop, so it’s all about clinical services. Our motto is that we are a safe space and whoever you are, you are safe here.' The top three things to remember when prescribing Regular medication checks and patient education can optimize prescribing practices. First Previous 307 308 309 310 311 Next Last
