New guidance for managing croup in young childrenCanadian Paediatric Society outlines evidence-based management of croup. AMMI Canada introduces customizable business case document for antimicrobial stewardship programsAssists in acquiring resources to launch or improve inpatient antimicrobial stewardship programs. Don’t assume a reported penicillin allergy is real Canadian doctors found that not questioning a patient’s record had harmful consequences Five-day antibiotic course inferior to 10-day therapy for acute otitis media in young children Rates of adverse events and emergence of antimicrobial resistance similar with both regimens Pubic hair grooming linked with increased sexual infection risk ‘Extreme groomers’ particularly likely to report history of cutaneous STIs Key tips for using pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to prevent HIV infection Recent article highlights medications, efficacy, contraindications, initial screening tests and required follow up. Healthcare professionals urged to curtail antibiotic use in asymptomatic bacteriuria “Symptom-Free Pee: Let It Be” campaign promotes the wise use of antibiotics. Flu shot in pregnancy (probably) not linked with autism Study leaves lingering concerns regarding first-trimester immunization First generic version of Tamiflu launched in Canada Natco Pharma introduces oseltamivir in a 75 mg capsule strength. Routine antibiotic prophylaxis not recommended before dental procedures in patients with prosthetic joints or orthopedic devices New Canadian joint statement provides guidance for dentists, physicians and patients. First Previous 87 88 89 90 91 Next Last
