Discussions

Empowering Canadians to improve our healthcare system
Dr. Linda LeBlanc outlines concrete steps to improve patient responsibility in the healthcare system.
Filling the gaps: Why Canada still needs a public dental health plan despite decades of medicare
Over 10% of Canadians live with pain in their mouth. People visit emergency rooms for care that could be better delivered in a dental office. Canadians lose teeth that could have been saved, which makes it hard to eat nutritiously and can make it more difficult to find work.

Link between Epstein-Barr virus and multiple sclerosis is a crucial discovery for people living with MS

In a study published in the journal Science, researchers found that Epstein Barr virus (EBV)—the virus that causes mononucleosis—is also an environmental trigger for MS. EBV is common, with more than 95% of people being infected during their lifetime.
Can mid-career pharmacists shift gears towards the future of work?

Recent research demonstrates ageism around mid-career workers.
The (not so Full Monty) python

The case of the second spine: Dr. Ian Hammond recalls a memorable encounter in his radiology practice some years ago.
Ready, willing and able

Dr. Ajantha Jayabarathan discusses how the setbacks of the pandemic and her lengthy and severe reaction to the COVID-19 mRNA vaccine have only made her that much more eager to use her finite time in life to tackle patient care.
Latest research

A satirical piece where Dr. Stephen Starr speculates on a medical condition of chronic lateness.
Improve healthcare: Ensure a team for every family doctor

Team support for all FPs: Dr. Alykhan Abdulla argues that is desperately needed in this final installment of a three-part series.
A burning question

As our thoughts turn to travel, Dr. Gary Kinney is back writing—this time about a towel, a beach and some advice from a stranger.
Virtu(al) and vice: 22 thoughts on care in 2022

Does virtual care encourage convenience and low acuity encounters or does it improve access to quality care?