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New Canadian guideline provides evidence-based options for smoking cessation

Canadian Task Force on Preventive Health Care issues recommendations for primary care providers to promote tobacco smoking cessation in adults.

Discussions

Patient accountability is essential for healthcare systems

When patients are informed, engaged, proactive and use the health system appropriately health systems perform better. In contrast, passive and non-adherent patients who misuse healthcare will strain health systems.

Pediatrics

Shaken baby syndrome can cause permanent brain damage, long-term disabilities or death

A pediatrician examines the preventable tragedy.

Check out the OTC brands most recommended by pharmacists & physicians

Every year, Pharmacy Practice + Business and The Medical Post ask our audience of Canadian pharmacists and physicians to tell us what OTC brands they personally recommend. Click below to see insights on 39 product categories for 2025.

2025 OTC Survey results

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Membership is free and allows doctors, pharmacists, nurses and many others to get the latest breaking news, updates on clinical guidelines and read (and even write) commentary from your healthcare peers.

Continuing education

Visit our companion learning site, eCortex, for access to free learning for pharmacists, technicians, pharmacy assistants and students.

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