Practice Tips

NLMA setting 'drop dead' date for members to vote on current deal with province after walking away from negotiations
Recently, the association walked away from the negotiating table with the province after 10 months of talks.
'Black list' of family doctors: Legault accused of interference
Quebec's opposing party is accusing premier François Legault of "interference" after he said Tuesday that he had in hand a blacklist of family doctors who don't work enough for his liking.

N.S. doctor has license to practise revoked after camera hidden in clinic washroom

A Nova Scotia physician has agreed to give up his license after a tiny camera was discovered on the wall of the staff washroom at his clinic.
Pharmacy U is back IRL!

Join us in Vancouver for a full day of educational sessions, exhibitor displays and a chance to catch up with friends and colleagues.
College tells Manitoba doctors virtual-only medicine 'not an acceptable standard'

Some specialists say they're seeing patients with health issues that could have been resolved by their family doctor had they been seen in person.
Nova Scotia passes legislation banning protests that block access to hospitals

The Protecting Access to Health Services Act tabled by the Progressive Conservative government passed third and final reading today in the legislature.
Medication reviews are effective in preventing fall-related injuries in older adults

Ontario study finds med reviews lead to a reduction in fall-related fractures and an overall reduction in fall-related injuries in community-dwelling older adults.
How I talk to patients requesting exemption letters

Dr. Adam Chen—who loves to find ways to simplify FPs workload—offers up his thoughts on how to handle patients requesting COVID vaccine and mask exemptions.
Fired Walmart pharmacist wins US$27.5-million court award against former employer

Afrouz Nikmanesh said the retail giant fired her for blowing the whistle on violations that included overcharging Medicare beneficiaries.
Drop in blood pressure during surgery associated with increased risk of delirium

Risk is increased with longer, more complex surgeries, according to a study published in Anaesthesia-Analgesia.

NLMA setting 'drop dead' date for members to vote on current deal with province after walking away from negotiations

'Black list' of family doctors: Legault accused of interference

N.S. doctor has license to practise revoked after camera hidden in clinic washroom

Pharmacy U is back IRL!

College tells Manitoba doctors virtual-only medicine 'not an acceptable standard'

Nova Scotia passes legislation banning protests that block access to hospitals

Medication reviews are effective in preventing fall-related injuries in older adults

How I talk to patients requesting exemption letters

Fired Walmart pharmacist wins US$27.5-million court award against former employer

Drop in blood pressure during surgery associated with increased risk of delirium