New pediatric recommendations question a range of common tests and treatmentsThroat swabs, acid blockers, allergy tests, stimulants and cough and cold remedies under scrutiny Six Ontario specialists seem to have worked all 366 days last fiscal yearAuditor general report revealed that the Ministry of Health failed to investigate these doctors and, since 2013, has not 'proactively' tried to reclaim overpayment to physicians Ice Bucket Challenge credited with raising $20 million for ALS research Ottawa announces first $9M of $12M in funding for stem cell research Ontario approves re-organization of hospitals in eastern Toronto area CPhA seeks ideas for reducing unnecessary tests, treatments Process part of Choosing Wisely Canada campaign commitment. Majority of primary-care physicians would not fully disclose harmful medical errors, study shows U.S. doctors fail to meet standard of practice when presented with hypothetical scenarios 22% of Canadians 55 and older are taking more than 5 medications daily: online survey Report also found four-in-ten take chronic or compliance medications daily. Frustration with OR time led to retiring from public system for private, orthopedic surgeon testifies OMA to lead physician job action if Bill 41 becomes law The new directive, which passed last weekend at council's meeting, is 'advisory to the board' First Previous 2057 2058 2059 2060 2061 Next Last