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- 10/24/2011
Recommended treatment for C. difficile questioned
Guidelines released last year by the Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America (SHEA) for the treatment of Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea called for the use of metronidazole for mild to moderate illness and oral vancomycin for severe illness. - 10/23/2011
Parents not well-informed about kids’ vaccinations
They also rely on doctors to remind them when their children are due for shots, Ontario survey reveals - 10/23/2011
CMA Award for Excellence in Health Promotion Call for Nominations
Do you know someone working to improve the health of your community? - 10/23/2011
Livestock farm emissions raise risk of infectious disease
People living within one kilometre of goat or sheep farms are at increased risk of Q fever, but reduced risk of asthma and COPD - 10/23/2011
Botox approved for migraine prophylaxis
Indications broadened to include the prophylaxis of headaches in adults with chronic migraine. - 10/23/2011
Newfoundland and Labrador pharmacy network expands
Within a year, more than 60 per cent will be linked into Health Information Pharmacy Network. - 10/23/2011
Later-onset type 1 diabetes linked to alcohol, drug-related problems
Finnish study finds those diagnosed in late teens have more complications, higher mortality than those diagnosed younger - 10/23/2011
Saskatoon nurse found guilty, awaits penalty
- 10/23/2011
Cardiac rehab benefits mild stroke, TIA patients
Exercise and counselling helped patients reduce risk of recurrent stroke with improved lipid profiles, weight loss and more - 10/23/2011
Business 2.0 shows how to thrive in the new reality
Current and prospective owners learn how to build and grow a successful pharmacy business in today’s challenging environment.