The salary rollback proposed by Health Minister Travis Toews and Alberta Health Services is part of ongoing contract negotiations with the union that represents about 30,000 public-sector nurses.
A 32-year-old Caucasian male presented at our clinic a few days ago, seeking diagnosis and treatment for a rash on his lower legs. Another intriguing case Dr. Robert Dickson has just seen in his clinic.
The Institute for Safe Medication Practices Canada (ISMPC), with support from the Canadian Patient Safety Institute, has developed new guidelines that focus on “never events” in community pharmacy.
The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario has published its new draft policy statement on the use of social media by physicians but this policy, if implemented, could see doctors in Ontario abandon social media platforms to which they contribute so much.
