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- 7/27/2022
New studies bolster theory coronavirus emerged from the wild
Scientists conclude that the virus that causes COVID-19, SARS-CoV-2, likely spilled from animals into people two separate times. - 7/27/2022
Proper paperwork for involuntary psych admission only filed 42% of the time: B.C. ombudsperson
Ombudsperson Jay Chalke says that is up from 28% when he made his recommendations in 2019, but still represents a significant gap in compliance by mental health facilities. - 7/27/2022
My one-year-old patient overdosed on opioids
Canadians every day, including children, are overdosing on opioids. As Dr. Matthew Schurter points out, it’s high time we did more to stop an epidemic killing far too many. - 7/27/2022
CAMH to study effects of psilocybin on depression after receiving first federal grant
The psychiatric institute says researchers will explore whether experiencing the effects of psilocybin—found in "magic mushrooms''—is necessary for it to have antidepressant effects. - 7/27/2022
Canadian Blood Services facing criticism over ending mask mandate this week
The agency says people are still welcome to wear masks if they want, but mandatory masking and physical distancing were suspended as of Monday after consultation with medical and epidemiology experts. - 7/26/2022
Montreal monkeypox cases levelling off, but officials concerned by rises elsewhere
Dr. Genevieve Bergeron of Montreal public health says that while the situation in the city has stabilized in recent weeks, she fears the busy tourist and travel season could compromise efforts to contain the disease. - 7/26/2022
'Horrible and redundant process': Pediatrician decries how inefficient applying to be a locum in BC can be
Dr. Alexandra Dionisopoulos ended up cutting her locum period in half and isn't sure she'll ever want to come back to work in B.C. after the massive hassle getting a license turned out to be. - 7/26/2022
POLL: How big a role has Paxlovid played in your efforts to fight COVID as a pharmacist?
Medical experts say that not enough Canadian COVID-19 patients eligible for treatment with Paxlovid are receiving the medication. What's your experience so far? - 7/26/2022
We need more privatization to save our crumbling health system
A BC court decision may have ruled against Dr. Brian Day and others, but as Dr. Charles Shaver argues, this doesn’t change the fact our healthcare system still needs a major overhaul. - 7/26/2022
Canadian doctors urge vaccination after first U.S. case of polio in a decade
The polio vaccine is part of children's standard set of shots, but some parents are opting not to vaccinate their kids and the COVID-19 pandemic has delayed vaccination for others.