Guidelines

Not all chronic pain is the same
Dr. Angela Mailis compares two patients who demonstrate how subjective the experience of pain can be—and what can be done about such differing cases.
Pharmacogenetics and the boy who cried revolution
Pharmacogenomics is often touted as revolutionary. Does the thought of a healthcare revolution make you feel exhausted? I suggest we take this revolution in increments, exactly the way this useful technology will impact patient care.

Can infrequent zoledronate dosing in early postmenopause prevent fractures?

Study examines zoledronate dosing at baseline and at five years to determine effects on vertebral fracture prevention in early postmenopausal women.
Alberta premier defends COVID-19 report, unsure which recommendations to take

The 269-page report was done by a government-appointed panel and calls for limits on COVID-19 vaccines and for health professionals not to be punished for promoting alternative treatments.
Spotting the spots

As part of a series of first-person true stories written by physicians, psychiatrist Dr. Betty Tang is reminded of why she went to medical school.
Physician says he demanded his name be removed from Alberta COVID-19 report

The Canadian Medical Association and Alberta Medical Association have said the panel’s report sows mistrust in medical and scientific communities.
Do the three SGLT2 inhibitors differ in cardiovascular outcomes and safety?

Study examines the comparative cardiovascular efficacy and safety of sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitors in patients with type 2 diabetes.
NDSAC releases final recommendations for cetirizine in children

Effective Jan. 21, pharmacists should take note of these recommendations for cetirizine or its salts.
New guidance on caring for newborns at risk of withdrawal due to parental substance use

The Canadian Pediatric Society provides updated evidence-based advice as incidence of neonatal abstinence syndrome is rising.
Patients in the Netherlands can’t go to the ER without a GP referral

Part 3 of a 4 part series: But team-based care and practice assistants mean GPs have larger patient cohorts than in Canada.

Not all chronic pain is the same

Pharmacogenetics and the boy who cried revolution

Can infrequent zoledronate dosing in early postmenopause prevent fractures?

Alberta premier defends COVID-19 report, unsure which recommendations to take

Spotting the spots

Physician says he demanded his name be removed from Alberta COVID-19 report

Do the three SGLT2 inhibitors differ in cardiovascular outcomes and safety?

NDSAC releases final recommendations for cetirizine in children

New guidance on caring for newborns at risk of withdrawal due to parental substance use

Patients in the Netherlands can’t go to the ER without a GP referral