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- 11/9/2011
Sublinox: new non-benzodiazepine hypnotic coming soon
Drug is indicated for the short-term treatment, symptomatic relief of insomnia. - 11/9/2011
Regular sleep catch-ups key for kids
Children less likely to be overweight if they get more rest on weekends and holidays - 11/9/2011
Sequelae can be severe even with mild concussion
Physicians, coaches and others who care for elite athletes should be aware that even so-called “mild” concussions can lead to debilitating, potentially dangerous depression. - 11/9/2011
‘Criminalization’ of mentally ill wrongheaded
The “criminalization” of the seriously mentally ill is a significant problem in North America, with the closure of mental hospitals and reduction in acute psychiatric inpatient beds across the system resulting in a huge increase in the population of seriously mentally ill people in prisons. - 11/9/2011
New Brunswick and P.E.I.’s wait for catastrophic coverage criticized
Government taking wrong approach to creating catastrophic drug program, health society says. - 11/9/2011
Draft DSM-5 available online
- 11/9/2011
OxyNeo to replace pain product
Product will be replacing OxyContin with a new tamper-resistant oxycodone - 11/9/2011
Take time for seniors’ narratives, MDs advised
Geriatric psychiatry in spotlight after Royal College recognition - 11/9/2011
New guidelines for seniors’ mental health out
Focus on recovery is central, says chair of seniors committee for Mental Health Care Commission of Canada - 11/8/2011
Ginger’s anti-inflammatory effect may help in avoiding colon cancer
People who regularly consume ginger root may be reducing their risk for colon cancer. In a small, investigational study, researchers found that ingesting the flavourful root inhibits the action of key enzymes linked to inflammation in the colon.