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U of T Pharmacy open house signals new focus
At a recent event, dean and teaching staff set out goals for ensuring the Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy equips graduates for the future.
What to know about the case of the missing Missouri ER doctor found dead in Arkansas
A doctor in the Missouri Ozarks went missing for over a week until his body was found in an Arkansas lake. But the case remains shrouded in mystery as investigators have released few details to his family or the public.

B.C. giving $4.5 million to upgrade children's hospice facility

Health Minister Adrian Dix says the funding will go toward structural repairs, enhancing patient care rooms, improving ventilation and making it more accessible.
Royal College to develop national policy on IMG licensure

The project will look specifically at pathways to license internationally trained hospitalists, among other specialties.
Pets of Pharmacy: A trio of Alpacas!

These three pets are not only beautiful to look at, but they also work for a living, providing baskets full of fine wool every year.
Swimming safety reminders for the pool, beach and cottage this summer

Drowning is the second leading cause of preventable death for children under 10 years old in Canada.
98% of Ontario referendum participants do not support Bill 60 & the privatization of healthcare

On May 8, the Ford government passed Bill 60, which allows for the appointment of directors to regulate for-profit clinics.
Vancouver Coastal Health reverts to new overdose text alert system for bad drugs

Jennifer Whiteside, minister of mental health and addictions, says updating the toxic drug and health alert system will make it easier for people who use drugs to stay informed and safe in their communities.
Vacations! Gym passes! Frisbees! Doctors Manitoba giving out prizes for getting healthy

Contest prizes range from kayaking adventures to water bottles.
B.C. family doctor limits practice to those 50 and older

Doctors of BC said this was the first time they had heard of a practice being reduced by age category.