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As pediatric hospitals fill up with young children sickened by respiratory syncytial virus, doctors are worried that older adults will be the next wave to become seriously ill.

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The study, out of Universite du Quebec en Abitibi-Temiscamingue, says it's the first of its kind to document the forced sterilization of First Nations and Inuit women in the province.

Certain segments of the population are at higher risk of not getting enough of this critical nutrient.

Number 1 on the list sees a significant number of errors that involve giving the drug to the wrong patient.

She advises those starting out: “Don’t be afraid to ask questions. Be bold and share your thoughts.”

Dr. Lorraine Sharp, who made the decision recently to close down her family practice, has first-hand experience with burnout. At the Family Medicine Forum in Toronto, she shared some personal and organizational strategies for addressing burnout among physicians.

“I look forward to bringing my background and experience to the table, as well as learning from the other professionals that are part of this board.”