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- 9/8/2021
Alberta health minister to address COVID crisis; Calgary cancels non urgent surgeries
Alberta has seen more than 1,000 new cases on average each day for the last two weeks, with more than 600 people in hospital, 147 of whom are in intensive care. - 9/8/2021
Adolescents can benefit from etonogestrel-releasing contraceptive implant: experts
Health Canada approved the etonogestrel-releasing contraceptive implant for people 18 years old and older, but adolescents could also benefit from it, experts suggest. - 9/8/2021
Retired Quebec health manager shocked by situation at Residence Herron, coroner hears
Her testimony is part of a Quebec coroner's Gehane Kamel's ongoing probe examining 53 deaths at six long-term care homes and one seniors residence during the pandemic's first wave. - 9/7/2021
Pharmacist makes life-changing decision to help others
Before accidentally discovering Mercy Ships, Sandy Hewitt was a community pharmacist in Prince George, British Columbia - 9/7/2021
Pharmacy Leader Sepideh Nasafat: "Believe in your abilities to learn, develop and change."
When people ask me how I overcome the obstacles in life, my answer is always being positive, evaluating myself, getting ready for what is next for me and moving forward. - 9/7/2021
COVID-19 back to school Q&A: Is it safe for unvaccinated children to go to school in person? Is the harm of school closures greater than the risk of the virus?
In-person schooling is essential for schools to achieve their diverse objectives and for the well-being of children, especially vulnerable children.This doesn’t mean we can’t embrace the positive aspects of online learning, or design education that looks different from what we have today. - 9/7/2021
Could a combo Covid-19/flu vaccine be coming our way?
Vaccine developer Novavax has announced clinical trials for a combination COVID-19-flu vaccine. - 9/7/2021
Health Canada advises against taking NSAIDs from the 20th week of pregnancy
Health Canada updates the labeling on taking NSAIDs, both prescription and over-the-counter, to advise pregnant women not to consume them from the 20th week of pregnancy. - 9/7/2021
OTC counselling tips: Denture Stomatitis
Unlike thrush, DM commonly presents as redness and inflammation under the denture area.