Healthcare

Ozempic now approved to reduce cardiovascular risk in type 2 diabetes
Semaglutide injection (Ozempic) and oral tablets (Rybelsus) are now both approved to reduce the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events in adults with type 2 diabetes.
Home visits dropped nearly 30% in Ontario after COVID-19 and physician compensation changes
The researchers say their findings show a ‘structural shift’ in how care is being delivered, but warn that ‘sustained decrease’ in home visits could result in worse health outcomes for older patients.

Lower colorectal cancer screening age to 45 from 50, Canadian Cancer Society urges

The society says people under 50 are two-to-2.5 times more likely to be diagnosed with colorectal cancer than they were in previous generations.
Health misinformation fueling statin hesitancy, worsening heart-disease risk, report warns

The problem is especially acute for those with lower health literacy, notes U.S. cardiologist, as experts from both sides of the border call for better education and access to reliable health information.
Top U.S. FDA drug official is trying to hire a friend who's seeking a bold new warning on antidepressants

America’s top drug regulator is attempting to hire a researcher pushing a disputed pregnancy warning for widely used antidepressants.
Joy: It’s a system strategy

Physician leaders are using the Institute for Healthcare Improvement framework to rebuild morale.
A writing contest, just for internationally trained pharmacists

This year's reader essay contest is open to internationally trained pharmacists. Share your thoughts and perceptions to win!
Access to what? Health Minister expanded who can provide primary care—now we must define what services Canadians are entitled to receive

If we want team-based care to deliver on the promise of comprehensive primary care, we need to define what comprehensive means.
There aren’t enough geriatricians—here’s how older adults can still get the right care

Finding a healthcare provider with expertise in geriatrics can be extraordinarily difficult. But there are few simple strategies you can rely on to have more productive conversations with your doctor.
Ontario hospital tries virtual waiting room to address wait times, overcrowding in ER

When Dr. Stephen Smith visited Disney World a few years ago, his family didn’t have to stand in line for hours waiting for their favourite rides and shows.

Ozempic now approved to reduce cardiovascular risk in type 2 diabetes

Home visits dropped nearly 30% in Ontario after COVID-19 and physician compensation changes

Lower colorectal cancer screening age to 45 from 50, Canadian Cancer Society urges

Health misinformation fueling statin hesitancy, worsening heart-disease risk, report warns

Top U.S. FDA drug official is trying to hire a friend who's seeking a bold new warning on antidepressants

Joy: It’s a system strategy

A writing contest, just for internationally trained pharmacists

Access to what? Health Minister expanded who can provide primary care—now we must define what services Canadians are entitled to receive

There aren’t enough geriatricians—here’s how older adults can still get the right care

Ontario hospital tries virtual waiting room to address wait times, overcrowding in ER