Infant antibiotics use and disrupted gut microbiome linked to childhood allergies, asthma and eczema, researchers sayThe risk of developing at least one of the major allergies more than doubled by age five for kids who had been prescribed antibiotics before their first birthday. New agent lowers Lp(a) levelsWhile the Canadian Cardiovascular Society’s lipid guidelines recommend a once in a lifetime testing of Lp(a), there are no approved agents for lowering Lp(a) levels. Nasal discharge colour a poor guide for antibiotic use in acute sinusitis Testing for pathogens could reduce antibiotic use 28%. Prevnar 20 now indicated for immunization of infants, children and adolescents The routine vaccination schedule for prevention of invasive pneumococcal disease is a three-dose primary series followed by a toddler booster dose. Lorazepam linked to disease progression in pancreatic cancer Alprazolam may be the safer choice. Cytisinicline shows promise for smoking cessation in large U.S. study The plant molecule has been approved by Health Canada since 2017 and is sold as a natural health product. Contaminated Ayurvedic medicines result in lead toxicity A woman came to the ER multiple times with unexplained symptoms—until a doctor realized the cause was contaminated Ayurvedic medicine. First update to the rheumatoid arthritis ‘living guidelines’ is now available Canadian Rheumatology Association issues best practice statements and recommendation for choosing DMARD therapy after an inadequate response to TNF inhibitors. Shortage of diabetes and weight loss drug Ozempic expected in Canada: manufacturer Health Canada says intermittent shortages are expected from late August to early October. Common arthritis drug could boost effectiveness of morning after pill, study finds Levonorgestrel, often called Plan B, is the most widely available type of emergency contraception. It works by preventing or delaying ovulation. First Previous 25 26 27 28 29 Next Last
