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- 7/11/2010
Debunking the myth NPs provide second-class care
A perception exists that seeing a nurse practitioner instead of a doctor is second-class care, best suited for times and places where a doctor is unavailable. Research suggests otherwise. - 7/11/2010
Intensive BP lowering may cut stroke risk in type 2 diabetes
Subgroup analysis of ACCORD trial reveals some benefit, but researcher cautions results are preliminary - 7/11/2010
Overhauled Doctors Nova Scotia unveiled
Medical association establishes new committees and forums as part of effort to refresh governance - 7/11/2010
Hospitals can be models of healthy eating
With menus full of fresh and locally produced food, a Detroit not-for-profit is a hopeful example for Canada - 7/11/2010
CPSO completes cosmetic facilities rules
The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario has approved a set of inspection standards for out-of-hospital facilities, the last step in a multi-year process since it gained the authority to check on physician offices where cosmetic surgical procedures may be performed. - 7/11/2010
Effects of isotope shortage assessed
- 7/11/2010
Placebo response varies in antipsychotic drug trials
Placebo response in clinical trials of antipsychotic medications is highly varied, which has implications for the design of placebo-controlled trials, according to a meta-analysis by Canadian investigators. - 7/11/2010
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