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- 5/17/2023
B.C. reports 120% increase in prescriptions after pharmacists gain new powers
B.C. pharmacists gained the ability to administer more vaccines and renew or adjust prescriptions for a wider range of drugs, with further changes on the way. - 5/17/2023
Can you picture things in your mind's eye? We’re just starting to learn more about aphantasia
When asked to close their eyes and imagine a sunset, most people can bring to mind an image of the sun setting on the horizon. But recent research has found that some people don’t experience mental imagery at all. - 5/17/2023
POLL: How much do you care if an event will get you CE credits?
When selecting educational events to attend, how important is it to you that the material is CCCEP-accredited to provide you with CE credits? - 5/17/2023
Five plead guilty in fake nursing diploma scheme in Florida
A wire fraud scheme created an illegal shortcut for aspiring nurses to get licensed and find employment. - 5/17/2023
New health deal needs transparent monitoring and evaluation process to make sure healthcare outcomes improve
This year, the feds have pledged $198 billion to improve the healthcare system. Patients for Accountable Healthcare will be watching closely for improvements in the four key areas outlined. - 5/17/2023
Prince Edward Island will need about 1,200 more health workers by 2032: forecast
Health Intelligence says its forecast is based on the province’s plan to reform the health-system by adding more nurses, doctors and pharmacists to the network. - 5/16/2023
The potential and pitfalls of hospital-at-home programs
Hospital-at-home programs have yet to take off in Canada, though they have many benefits, especially for certain kinds of patients. - 5/16/2023
Newfoundland and Labrador is creating a new role: Manager of Physician Relations
Recruitment for the new role has started and is expected to be filled this by coming summer. - 5/16/2023
Healthcare union head blasts Manitoba health minister for ‘actively ignoring’ them
On Tuesday, the Manitoba Association of Health Care Professionals held a rally on the steps of the Manitoba Legislative Building, as they continue to push for a new collective bargaining agreement. - 5/16/2023
Elizabeth Holmes loses latest bid to avoid prison and gets hit with $452 million restitution bill
Disgraced Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes appears to be soon bound for prison after an appeals court Tuesday rejected her bid to remain free while she tries to overturn her conviction in a blood-testing hoax that brought her fleeting fame and fortune.