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- 7/23/2023
Gene therapy eyedrops restored a boy’s sight. Similar treatments could help millions
Antonio, who’s been legally blind for much of his 14 years, can see again. - 7/20/2023
Staying busy was always the plan—even in retirement
Toronto-based rheumatologist closes up shop to focus on other medical sidelines and more fun stuff like pickleball and travel. - 7/20/2023
#Docxit on the rise means more trouble for our health system
A bunch of stuff has come to my attention recently in my social life and on my social media feeds. I’m saddened by all of it. - 7/20/2023
The (pharmacy) funny pages: What . . . what does NSAID stand for?
Your weekly dose of giggles! - 7/20/2023
Alberta premier worries health system losing focus given diffuse roles, priorities
Alberta finished centralizing its health system 15 years ago to create AHS, but Premier Danielle Smith said the contemplated changes would not turn back the clock to a completely decentralized model. - 7/20/2023
The summer and youth mental health
Child psychiatrist Dr. Gail Beck says teens often say they just want to hang out or party in the summer but having some structure is often better for depression or anxiety. - 7/20/2023
QUIZ: Are you prepared for pertussis?
With Alberta and other regions experiencing pertussis outbreaks, you may be more likely to see cases of this vaccine-preventable illness in your clinic or emergency department. Test your knowledge here. - 7/20/2023
Ontario hospital nurses awarded average raises of 11% over two years, union says
It’s the first contract since the nurses—and other broader public sector workers—were subject for three years to a wage restraint law known as Bill 124, which capped increases at 1% a year. - 7/20/2023
Nova Scotia docs ratify four-year agreements with province with pay bumps, overhead funding and more
All physicians will see salary increases each year, over the the four-year agreements. - 7/19/2023
Thousands of U.K. hospital doctors walk out in latest pay dispute, crippling health services
The severe disruptions are the latest in months of industrial action by public sector workers amid U.K.’s ongoing cost-of-living crisis.