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- 10/29/2020
Conversations about flu vaccines for private purchase
Pharmacist Ajit Johal shares his experiences on how to advise patients of flu vaccine options available for private purchase - 10/29/2020
Canadian researchers test groundbreaking approach to treating Parkinson's disease
The experimental method involves using targeted ultrasound to open the blood-brain barrier and deliver therapeutics to specific regions of the brain, without the need for any cutting or drilling. - 10/28/2020
Physicians group calls on Alberta to start using COVID-19 alert app
Adopting the app is one step in a six-point plan the organization is suggesting as alternate options for the province's leaders to consider. - 10/28/2020
Spotlight on cannabis research in pediatrics
The C4T program is currently working on multiple projects, involving almost every pediatric hospital in the country. Dr. Kelly is leading several of these projects, hoping to gather specific information on how pediatricians should judge dosages and format cannabis for treatment of chronic headaches in children. - 10/28/2020
Canadian Association of Physician Assistants calls on B.C. to allow PAs to work
The association noted Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia have integrated PAs into their health system, as well as those operating within the Canadian Armed Forces. Despite the keen need for trained health professional, especially given the pandemic, PAs aren't allowed to work in B.C. - 10/28/2020
U.S. FDA recommends avoiding use of NSAIDs in pregnancy at 20 weeks or later
U.S. FDA recommends avoiding use of NSAIDs in pregnancy at 20 weeks or later NSAIDs may cause rare kidney problems in unborn babies and/or low levels of amniotic fluid. - 10/28/2020
Nova Scotia Tories propose splitting off mental health, addictions into distinct government department
The plan said the province spends more than $344 million on mental health services, which would make it the seventh largest government department if it were separated from health overall.