‘A problematic history’: BMI alone is not good enough, says new AMA reportIt's a cheap and easy method for measuring fat. But BMI has many limitations that make it unreliable for diagnosing and managing disease, according to the American Medical Association. Sun Life releases pharmacy app The app allows people to talk to a pharmacist by phone or live chat, have medications delivered to their home, get personalized, pre-packaged medications, manage refills and track their medication usage. Regina pharmacy fined $16,100 after worker is injured going down stairs The company pled guilty to one count of violating occupational health and safety regulations. Poll: Do you think charging block fees for uninsured services is reasonable? Take our weekly doctor poll. See what your colleagues say. How much plastic are you breathing in? Study shows where in the airways microplastics travel. Alberta NDP says Smith hid overdose data, demands transparency The latest provincial data released Monday shows 179 people died from drug poisoning in April, the highest number in a single month. Greenlight to moonlight: Good news for Ontario resident docs who want extra paid work The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario has waived the $1,035 application fee under its Residents Working Additional Hours policy. Daily low-dose ASA use in elderly patients increases the risk of anemia Study finds an increase in anemia and a decline in ferritin in otherwise healthy older adults taking daily low-dose acetylsalicylic acid. Canada bans testing of cosmetic products on animals The ban will come into effect in December. Opioid death rates tripled for Ontario teens, young adults since 2014, research shows Younger peer support workers could help, one doctor suggested. First Previous 434 435 436 437 438 Next Last
