Healthcare

'Permanent bone loss': Calgary study finds astronauts suffer on return to Earth
A study released Thursday from the Cumming School of Medicine at the University of Calgary followed 17 astronauts before and after their space flights.
How well does previous infection with COVID-19, MIS-C protect against Omicron?
Previous infections protect against other variants but not Omicron, while vaccination does offer protection.

Cannabis use worsens bipolar disorder and major depressive disorder

CANMAT advises against cannabis use in patients with bipolar disorder or major depressive disorder.
Virtually speaking: 3 docs on how virtual ER programs have affected their lives

What it’s like for the doctors staffing the virtual ER? We spoke with three such physicians about how they feel about the tech that's solidifying a permanent place in the Canadian health system.
Saskatchewan releases guidance on how pharmacists can manage Lantus shortage

The Saskatchewan College of Pharmacy Professionals has released guidance on how to manage the shortage of the diabetes medication Lantus.
Not all chronic pain is created equal

Along with understanding pain generators, Dr. Angela Mailis stresses the need to treat the person, not just the pain.
NACI recommends fall COVID-19 booster shot in advance of possible future wave
Nova Scotia offering boosters to people over 50 in early July

Nova Scotians over 50 will be able to book their second COVID-19 booster shot as of July 8. But Public Health is saying that for many in that age group, it might be better to wait for fall.
Are targeted anti-inflammatory therapies triggering inflammatory-based skin reactions?

1% to 5% of patients on targeted antibody-based therapies get paradoxical eruptions.
Quebec COVID-19 hospitalizations rising as new variants gaining ground

Dr. Luc Boileau's news conference comes as COVID-19 hospitalizations rose by 34 in the previous 24 hours, after a 113-patient rise the day before.

'Permanent bone loss': Calgary study finds astronauts suffer on return to Earth

How well does previous infection with COVID-19, MIS-C protect against Omicron?

Cannabis use worsens bipolar disorder and major depressive disorder

Virtually speaking: 3 docs on how virtual ER programs have affected their lives

Saskatchewan releases guidance on how pharmacists can manage Lantus shortage

Not all chronic pain is created equal

NACI recommends fall COVID-19 booster shot in advance of possible future wave

Nova Scotia offering boosters to people over 50 in early July

Are targeted anti-inflammatory therapies triggering inflammatory-based skin reactions?

Quebec COVID-19 hospitalizations rising as new variants gaining ground