Martha Porado
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- 2/1/2022
The Wordle craze: Why do we love puzzles, and are they good for our brains?
Suddenly, millions of people are focused on their vocabulary of five-letter words, and are newly aware of concepts like letter frequency and letter position as they strategize about the best opening words and faster solutions. - 1/24/2022
Ont. Liberal Leader calls on Ford gov't to require vax passport to enter LCBO, cannabis shops
Del Duca echoes a similar call from NDP Leader Andrea Horwath made earlier in the week. - 1/23/2022
POLL: How would you rate our coverage of Omicron?
During the Omicron wave, we’ve been operating under the assumption that most of our readers are all too acutely aware of the devastating effects of Omicron on the healthcare system and everyone in it. - 1/17/2022
CVS, Walgreens close some locations on weekends due to COVID-driven staffing shortages
A spokesperson for Walgreens noted the weekend was chosen because it would cause the least disruption to patients seeking prescriptions. - 1/16/2022
Shoppers teams up with Metrolinx for in-station vending machines
Select GO stations now feature machines where passengers can buy pain killers, sunscreen and more. - 1/12/2022
U.K. surgeon struck from medical register after carving initials into transplanted livers
The Medical Practitioners Tribunal Service wrote the incident was an "act borne out of a degree of professional arrogance." - 12/19/2021
Motorcycle MD: This pediatric specialist took to the open road when COVID played havoc with flight schedules
Queensland's only private paediatric rheumatologist has ridden more than 3,000 kilometres to see his young patients. - 12/9/2021
Our gift guide for your fellow docs, staff, family and friends
They say it’s the thought that counts, and this year, we desperately need something to take our minds off our collective situation. Whether you’re looking for comfort, a sense of renewal or just a good laugh, we’ve got gift ideas for those you’re keen to remind you care. - 11/30/2021
Children's hospital takes a break from providing virtual ER, redirects staff to 'extraordinary' demand for in-person care
In October, the emergency department saw 7,100 kids, a 68% increase from the same month in 2020.
