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B.C. health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry is disappointed by reversal of decriminalization
Dr. Bonnie Henry made the comment as the province marks the 10th anniversary on Tuesday of the declaration of a health emergency over the toxic drug crisis, which has killed more than 18,000 people since then.
Manitoba college opens consultation on pharmacist-prescribed birth control
Proposed changes would allow pharmacists to prescribe contraceptive pills, patches and vaginal rings.

Treating H. pylori later in life can still cut down risk of stomach cancer

New study finds that even after 70, eradication regimens can lower mortality rates.
N.L. doctors now get $4,500 each year to cover professional development

Physicians who have a permanent address in the province will automatically receive the benefit, the Newfoundland and Labrador Medical Association says
Young adult cancer survivors at higher risk of getting another cancer later, study says

Cancer experts say a new study highlights the need for more support and screening of people who survived cancer as adolescents and young adults as they face an increased risk of getting cancer again later.
Pharmacy students win top business competition prize for inclusive diabetes device design

“While people don’t choose to have diabetes, they should have the right to choose how visible that part of their health is to others,” said one of the winners.
Gas from mixed chemicals at Victoria pool send 8 to hospital

City spokeswoman Colleen Mycroft said Friday that two chemicals came into contact with each other, producing gas into the air.
You aren’t the only one who just sits in the car before or after a long day

Have you ever pulled into the driveway of your home or a parking lot spot and just . . . stayed there?
Ontario rescinds its requirement for two years at an Ont. high school for residency spots

Globe and Mail’s André Picard argues it is a good thing to do away with this ‘boneheaded move.’
Nurses union wants weapons screening, officers, for Alberta hospitals due to violence

The president of the union’s call follows a stabbing last week in the emergency department at Edmonton’s Royal Alexandra Hospital that left a 42-year-old man requiring treatment for life-threatening injuries.

B.C. health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry is disappointed by reversal of decriminalization

Manitoba college opens consultation on pharmacist-prescribed birth control

Treating H. pylori later in life can still cut down risk of stomach cancer

N.L. doctors now get $4,500 each year to cover professional development

Young adult cancer survivors at higher risk of getting another cancer later, study says

Pharmacy students win top business competition prize for inclusive diabetes device design

Gas from mixed chemicals at Victoria pool send 8 to hospital

You aren’t the only one who just sits in the car before or after a long day

Ontario rescinds its requirement for two years at an Ont. high school for residency spots

Nurses union wants weapons screening, officers, for Alberta hospitals due to violence

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