Corporatization of medicine continues unabatedDr. Sohail Gandhi sees rising corporatization in Canadian healthcare: and has some questions that should be asked. An exciting find: Sildenafil a potential drug candidate to prevent Alzheimer’s diseaseStudies by American researchers suggest that the erectile dysfunction drug sildenafil could decrease a person’s risk for Alzheimer’s disease. PMHx: The extra-billing crisis The adoption of the CHA in 1984 led to the Ont. doctors strike of 1986. 6 solutions from Canadian doctors to the physician shortage Canada continues to have a physician shortage. Here Canadian doctors outline ways to improve the access challenges in this country. Federal government says Canada border testing contracts worth up to $631 million The federal government has awarded three companies with contracts worth up to $631 million for COVID-19 border testing and other screening services. Would Scotland’s government-backed Pharmacy First program work in Canada? The NHS Pharmacy First Scotland program is only a year old, but it's expanded pharmacists’ scope of practice, paid them for their time, and eased the burden on the healthcare system. Could Canada follow their example? 6 tips for better billing Many doctors are missing tens of thousands of dollars worth of billing opportunities every year, one analysis found. 4 million and counting: Alberta pharmacists hit top jabbers status And they can expect to stay busy, now that the province has expanded eligibility for the COVID-19 booster. Legal column: Imaginary patients Believe it or not, treating patients who don’t yet exist is an actual issue in malpractice law. How to work with a financial advisor Tips on how to maximize the value of this important member of your financial team. First Previous 166 167 168 169 170 Next Last