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- 9/18/2013
Renal function assessment lacking before starting metformin in diabetes patients
A serum creatinine measurement is not performed in about one-quarter of diabetes patients prior to starting metformin therapy, according to the results of a new Canadian study. - 9/18/2013
Newfoundland pharmacists set to broaden scope of practice
The Pharmacy Association of Newfoundland and Labrador (PANL) has released a report — <em>The Pharmacist Option: Leveraging Newfoundland and Labrador’s Pharmacists for Cost-Effective Health Care Delivery</em> — that says broadening pharmacists’ scope of practice in key areas could save taxpayers about $165 million. - 9/18/2013
New website for insulin pump therapy and supplies
Portal helps diabetes patients make more informed decisions about insulin pump therapy. - 9/18/2013
New picture of pharmacy workforce
The growth in the overall supply of pharmacists continues to outpace Canadian population growth, according to a new report from the the Canadian Institute of Health Information (CIHI). - 9/18/2013
Many patients receiving end-of-life treatments they don’t want or need
Study reveals the importance of advance care planning - 9/18/2013
Depression symptoms linger in most employees coming back to work
Physicians urged to set up successful work environment from the get-go - 9/17/2013
OMA announces dates for fall president's tour
Dr. Scott Wooder, president of the Ontario Medical Association, will be touring the province this fall getting feedback from physicians. Members will have an opportunity to share ideas about important issues, the OMA said in a press release. - 9/17/2013
Court orders massive fine for fake doctor with positive RateMDs rating
Suspended sentence comes with $50,000 price - 9/17/2013
Staff, not structures, key to integrated care for mental health
U.K. report stresses need for cross-boundary inter-professional training