Healthcare

Women who suffered child abuse have worse menopause symptoms

The effects of childhood abuse on physical health are slightly stronger for women than men, according to research
Doctor suspended in U.K. and New Brunswick after online chat with cop

The suspension, announced Saturday, Nov. 30 by the New Brunswick college, matches a suspension earlier this month made by a tribunal in the United Kingdom
Physicians are coming together on universal pharmacare

There are many reasons universal drug coverage is necessary, including the one million Canadians who are forced to decide between food, rent and medications
Toronto Star publishes database of fee-for-service payments to all Ontario doctors

Following the initiative, the Ontario government is likely to begin disclosing all physician compensation, one Star reporter said
Gastroenterology group advises against non-medical switching to biosimilars

The review lends evidence to discussions over whether patients on biologics should be switched to the available biosimilars for cost savings
Risk of mental illness higher for postpartum women with IBD
Dementia, delirium and flu: a deadly combination

While influenza is known to exacerbate chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease and kidney disease, another chronic condition is often overlooked: dementia.
14 Canadians die each day as a result of antibiotic resistance

A new report puts the threat to Canadians in perspective

HIV rate continues decline to record low in British Columbia: health ministry