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- 6/21/2023
What's the best approach to pulmonary embolism? New study points to three letters: CDT
A network meta-analysis of 44 studies involved more than 20,000 patients compared catheter-driven thrombolysis against systemic thrombolysis and anticoagulation. - 6/20/2023
Another pharmacy robbed at gunpoint
Police said two armed men entered the pharmacy in Waterloo, Ont., demanded merchandise and fled. - 6/20/2023
When more gets you most: These doctors say full integration of pharmacists into family health teams brings great advantages
According to doctors who participated in a Quebec pilot project, the value of pharmacists who work in family medicine groups is optimized when they work more hours and are fully integrated in the clinic. - 6/19/2023
The right tools for the right job: June 28 forum will spotlight the latest pharm tech
Organized by the Canadian Foundation for Pharmacy, the virtual event will highlight some of the latest pharmacy software. - 6/19/2023
Got stiff hair follicles? Relaxing them could promote hair growth and prevent baldness
Boosting production of a tiny RNA particle called miR-205 could stimulate stem cells to grow hair, according to scientists at Northwestern University. - 6/18/2023
Got any ideas for fixing Canada's drug shortages? Health Canada wants to know
From June 5 to August 4, Canadians can share their thoughts with the federal task force for drug shortages. - 6/18/2023
STIs on the rise: 'Pragmatic approach' recommended for managing chlamydia and gonorrhea
Add to your to-do list: Take your patients' sexual history. - 6/14/2023
Speak now: Alberta seeks input on proposed standard changes for doctors
The amended clauses put forward by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta include ones that pertain to the establishment and termination of the physician-patient relationship. - 6/14/2023
Pharmacy pet peeves
Doctors share what they find frustrating about pharmacists—and pharmacists respond. - 6/13/2023
Your father's 'little heart is sick enough': Doctor ordered inappropriate cardiac scan then disclosed medical condition to patient's daughter
Montreal family physician and cosmetic surgeon Dr. Pierre Courchesne has been suspended for eight months and ordered to pay a $7,000 fine plus investigation and hearing costs.