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- 3/10/2023
The (pharmacy) funny pages: Nah, the pandemic didn't affect my mental health. Not one bit!
A recent study suggested that—on a total population level, anyway—the pandemic hasn't had that significant an impact on our mental health. People took to social media to, shall we say, disagree . . . - 3/10/2023
The (medical) funny pages: Nah, the pandemic didn't affect my mental health. Not one bit!
A recent study suggested that—on a total population level, anyway—the pandemic hasn't had that significant an impact on our mental health. People took to social media to, shall we say, disagree . . . - 3/9/2023
Minor ailments: What do pharmacy students think?
The pharmacy industry has been jumping for joy with the scope of practice expansions of late—but what does the next generation think? - 3/9/2023
Three Ontario hospitals performing pilot project for children and youth with complex needs
The program is intended to connect families to a team of healthcare professionals, including doctors, social workers and behavioural consultants. - 3/9/2023
Ontario considers expanding scope of practice for nurses, pharmacists and more
A spokesperson for Health Minister Sylvia Jones says it’s part of a large health bill currently before the legislature and is intended to help with staffing levels on a short-term basis during those surge periods. - 3/9/2023
Report says long COVID could impact economy and be ‘mass disabling event’ in Canada
A report released Thursday by Canada’s chief science adviser says she considers COVID-19 the “head” of the pandemic but long COVID its “tail.” - 3/9/2023
Nova Scotia government pledges $37 million for rural healthcare institute
Premier Tim Houston made the announcement Thursday at St. Francis Xavier University in Antigonish, N.S., where the institute will be based. - 3/9/2023
With stained pants, Kenyan senator fights menstruation taboo
One in 10 African schoolgirls misses school during menstruation, according to a U.N. survey, and many, after lagging behind, eventually drop out. - 3/9/2023
Eating disorders are deadly: What are they, who’s at risk, and what we can do about it
More than 100,000 Canadians over the age of 15 are diagnosed with an eating disorder each year. Onset usually occurs between ages 14 and 19. In fact, eating disorders are the third most common chronic illness among teens. - 3/9/2023
Study explores how serious the mental health impact of the pandemic has been
Researchers reviewed 137 studies from around the world that measured people’s overall mental health, as well as depression and anxiety levels, before the pandemic and then again during 2020.