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- 7/28/2013
Probe launched after MD allegedly shared photo of obese, unconscious patient
A B.C. urologist is under investigation by the Vancouver Island Health Authority (VIHA) after allegations surfaced earlier this month the doctor photographed a morbidly obese male patient and then sent the photo to a friend. - 7/28/2013
N.B. college will continue probe into doctor cleared of sex assault charges
The college in New Brunswick will forge ahead with its investigation of a gastroenterologist, even after provincial prosecutors dropped its sex assault charges. - 7/28/2013
Death of the founder of Pierre Fabre Laboratories
President and founder of one of France’s top pharmaceutical companies has died. - 7/28/2013
Pharmacy reacts to the Council of Federation announcements
Two national pharmacy organizations give thumbs up to the Council’s recent healthcare-related announcements. - 7/25/2013
Canadian Healthcare Association to merge with ACAHO in 2014
OTTAWA | Two associations representing major healthcare organizations across Canada have decided to join forces. - 7/25/2013
Video: Educating patients about opioid use
With the goal to reduce harm associated with opioid misuse, ISMP Canada has developed a video about the safe use of these drugs. - 7/25/2013
Press Review - July 26, 2013
Check out our review of recent medical stories in the media - <strong>Top Story: </strong>‘That terrifies us ’: Canadian doctors get virtually no training on handling a patient’s desire to die. Read this and - 7/25/2013
Ask the Experts: Progestin with estrogen replacement therapy
A patient was prescribed estrogen replacement therapy (ERT) for menopausal symptoms. The doctor did not wish to give a progestin as well, though the patient has an intact uterus. Could you kindly comment? - 7/24/2013
VIDEO: The single best thing you can do to quit smoking
Dr. Mike Evans offers another video in his health series. This time looks at a patient's on a journey to quit smoking: sometimes a short one of reslience, but more often a long journey of quitting and relapse.