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- 11/13/2013
New naturopath regulations could create turf war
The Ontario Medical Association says patient safety could be at risk if new draft regulations are approved to give naturopaths more prescribing power and the ability to order tests. - 11/13/2013
B.C. doctor rapped for prescribing controlled drugs to female patients, despite ban
Dr. Patrick Michael Nesbitt, of Maple Ridge B.C., has admitted to breaching the terms of an agreement he had made with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia (CPSBC) in 2010. - 11/13/2013
New Canadian guidelines for using pneumococcal 13-valent conjugate vaccine in adults
Only recommended for adults with hematopoietic stem cell transplant, HIV, or immunosuppression. - 11/12/2013
Using SSRIs for depression or anxiety disorders in children and adolescents
Canadian Paediatric Society outlines efficacy, risks, and monitoring guidelines. - 11/12/2013
Doctor suspended for sexual relationship with former patient
A doctor who became involved in a love triangle with a patient and another doctor in the northern Ontario town of Mattawa has been handed a suspension and a fine. - 11/11/2013
PANS announces 2103 award winners
HALIFAX-The Pharmacy Association of Nova Scotia presented awards to some deserving members at its annual conference held in Halifax November 2 - 11/11/2013
Reality TV? Doctors Manitoba launches unique web series
Doctors Manitoba has created a unique series of web-based segments highlighting some of the work the province’s physicians have undertaken. - 11/11/2013
Press Review - November 12, 2013
Check out our review of recent healthcare stories in the media - <strong>Top Story: </strong>Toronto hospital building a revolutionary ‘poop bank’ as antidote against C. difficile. Read this and - 11/11/2013
Newfoundland pharmacists still waiting; so are ER patients
PANL says pharmacists managing minor ailments could help cut ER wait times, but so far the government hasn't responded to that offer.