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When things don’t get better
Things are getting better, aren’t they? We’re beginning to emerge from the relentless, high-stress vortex that has characterized these past two pandemic years. Life is certainly not back to “normal,” but there’s finally a little time to step off the roller- coaster and catch your breath.
Improve health care: Reduce administrative burden
Admin overload: Dr. Alykhan Abdulla argues we need scribes, we need more allied healthcare workers and we need more IT solutions in the second of a three-part series.

Hemodialysis: New research could vastly improve this life-sustaining treatment for kidney failure patients

Around one in 10 Canadians has kidney disease and millions more are at risk.
POLL: Should mask mandates and other COVID controls be reinstated?

During the sixth wave, some are asking. Take our poll. See what your colleagues say.
Ending appointments: A guide to the four-part closure statement

When I was in grad school, a professor spoke with us about how our society doesn’t end things well—we’d rather say “see you later” than “this is goodbye.”
Horror movies

Child psychiatrist Dr. Gail Beck sees many youths overwhelmed by the Ukraine war and the other crises we face today. 'Real life is more frightening than what can be imagined,' one said.
Case report: A rash to refer

Dr. Robert Dickson found himself reminded recently of the importance of knowing the limits of one’s medical care.
POLL: How are people responding to 4th dose COVID-19 vaccine eligibility in your own community/pharmacy?

Canadian provinces and territories are now making 4th doses available. NACI recommends the booster dose for eligible at-risk patients over 70 years of age, however provincial eligibility varies and often includes those 60 years and older.
Endometriosis: How advocacy, awareness and algorithms could shorten the long wait for diagnosis and treatment

Despite its prevalence, those living with the disease often wait an average of 7.5 years between start of symptoms and diagnosis.
Taking the ‘paperwork’ out of your inbox

11 tips to keep the tasks in your in-basket under control.