Promising new results from new B.C. study on genomic testing in community pharmacyThe second phase of a UBC study suggests PGx testing is a valuable tool for ensuring patients get the right drug at the right dose and with little or no side effects. Disreputable doctors New study examines tolerability of newer antiseizure medications Intolerable adverse effect rate has not improved over the past three decades despite increased use of second-generation antiseizure meds Watch for calcium channel blocker–loop diuretic prescribing cascade in older hypertensive patients Ontario study finds higher incidence of loop diuretic prescribing in older adults started on CCBs compared to ACEIs, ARBs or other meds Conscience rights matter Many physicians’ groups have expressed concern about being forced to make a referral for this service, in violation of their morals and ethics B.C. hospice loses funding after refusing to provide assistance in dying The contract gives the hospice about $1.5 million annually, which covers 94% of the cost to operate 10 beds The greener clinic Doctors have an important example to set protecting the health of the planet for the sake of Canadians—here are a few easy ways to get started Prepare for new coronavirus like an emergency, Canadian health minister advises There has been a rash of new cases appearing in Italy, Iran, South Korea and Japan over the past week N.S. father says drug pricing 'chess game' cost his daughter her life Her death has become a rallying cry for advocates who say the federal government's recent changes to drug-pricing regulations are preventing 'life-saving' medicines from reaching Canada Exposure to cleaning products in infancy increases risk of asthma First Previous 836 837 838 839 840 Next Last
