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A way to test for fake fentanyl patches in pharmacies? These pharmacists think they’ve found a way
But as of now, the OCP has no plans to revise its Patch-for-Patch Fentanyl Return Program.
Out of QI ideas?
While quality improvement should be about the particulars of your clinic and practice, here are some ideas to get you started.

B.C. doctors set to receive higher fees from ICBC

British Columbia’s provincial automotive insurance company is set to pay higher fees to doctors in the province completing paperwork after advocacy by Doctors of BC.
By the numbers: Doctor compliments

Colleges of physicians and surgeons also track kind words. Here’s the breakdown by province.
A medical ombudsperson’s reminders on reducing errors in medicine

At this year’s Rural and Remote Conference in Winnipeg, Dr. Mark Saul discussed the cognitive biases that can lead to the wrong diagnosis or the wrong medication being administered.
More and more Canadians are using fertility drugs: insurance data

Despite that, less than 1% of employers cover fertility clinic treatments.
Many will need care after Vancouver festival attack that killed 11, organizer says

B.C.’s Health Ministry issued an update last night saying 32 people were seen at several hospitals in the Lower Mainland and 17 remained in care, including some in critical and serious condition.
Alberta doctors association warns measles will rise, ramped-up health campaign needed

In its latest numbers posted Friday, the provincial government reported 137 total cases since March, exceeding the most recent high of 123 cases reported in the province 25 years ago.
Tales from a Rez Doc: Dr. Courtney Leary on blurring boundaries and building community

At the Rural and Remote Medicine Conference, Dr. Leary discussed her experience returning to her home First Nation to practice medicine.
Which of Canada’s hospitals rank best worldwide?

Annual international rankings places 11 Canadian hospitals in the top 250, with one at number three.