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Beyond the headlines: Examining the methodology of the Johns Hopkins paper that suggests lockdowns barely reduced mortality
Critics of public health measures to reduce transmission of COVID-19 continue to cite a working paper by economists at Johns Hopkins University, but the paper has been criticized by others. Here's what experts are saying about its strengths and weaknesses.
Meet Dr. Molyn Leszcz: Poker, Peloton and morning prayers
Dr. Molyn Leszcz lives in Toronto with his wife, Bonny, where he enjoys his family and grandchildren—and the Blue Jays. He is a professor in the department of psychiatry at the University of Toronto and the president of the American Group Psychotherapy Association.

Alberta aiming to double private surgeries in public healthcare system

Jason Kenney says the aim is to boost the number of private operations to 30% from 15% over two years, but notes they would all be paid for by the public healthcare system.
B.C. government adding 602 nursing seats in a move to address skills gap

The survey found 51% of those working in emergency departments and intensive care units said the pandemic has made them more likely to leave the profession in the next two years.
House of Commons passes Emergencies Act motion after fractious debate

The motion to confirm the declaration of emergency powers passed 185-151 on Monday evening with the New Democrats voting in favour alongside the minority Liberal government.
The book of awesome: A few of our favourite things

Throughout the Joy Issue of the Medical Post, we've peppered in some of our favourite medical moments.
First Nation health ombudsperson's office to be established in Saskatchewan

Chief Bobby Cameron of the Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations in Saskatchewan says the office will work to ensure First Nations people feel safe reporting discrimination when accessing health services.
Physician assistants could fill part of B.C.'s need for more doctors: advocates
Tamara Lich, key organizer of anti vaccine mandate protests in Ottawa, denied bail

An Ontario court judge issued the decision in Ottawa this morning, saying she believed there was a substantial likelihood Lich would reoffend if released.
Treating pediatric constipation: Here’s the poop

Five clinical pearls for the treatment and management of constipation in children.