Queen’s University wants to generate more 'practice-ready' family docsThe program is launching with 20 new medical school seats and a focus on community-based, comprehensive family medicine Dip in gut microbiota diversity linked to chemo-related weight gain in breast cancer patientsBody fat composition also more altered in patients getting chemotherapy compared to hormone treatment. Tens of thousands of doctors in England start ‘longest’ strike in health system’s history The British Medical Association, the doctors’ union, has asked for a 35% pay rise to bring junior doctors’ pay back to 2008 levels once inflation is taken into account. First over-the-counter birth control pill gets U.S. FDA approval The manufacturer, Ireland-based Perrigo, won’t start shipping the pill until early next year, and there will be no age restrictions on sales. Does your sporty patient want to HIIT the gym while pregnant? Study suggests high intensity interval training produces similar physiological changes as moderate intensity exercise in people who are pregnant. Ottawa could help healthcare with better international recruiting, premiers say British Columbia Premier David Eby said his province’s biggest challenge is a lack of healthcare workers. Why solo doctors are here to stay Team-based care has gone prime time as the future of primary care, but we can't afford to phase out solo doctors in the process. Solve my problem: How do you deal with a patient who is pushing for unnecessary or inappropriate tests or treatments? We appreciate your help and your colleagues will appreciate your insights! Get another COVID-19 booster in the fall, Canada's immunization panel recommends In June, NACI said that the bivalent mRNA vaccines can be used for people receiving their first two-dose vaccination series. N.L. wants family docs to sign up for its incentive programs Applications are open now for the Family Practice Start-Up Program—and close as soon as Aug. 31, 2023. First Previous 207 208 209 210 211 Next Last