Winter brings more than ugly sweaters: How the season affects people’s brains and behaviourWhile it’s one thing to identify seasonal tendencies in the population, it’s much trickier to try to untangle why they exist. Former Medical Post humour writer Dr. Alistair Munro diesHalifax psychiatrist Dr. Alistair Munro passed away at the age of 90 on Dec. 1 at his home. Quiz: How much do you know about chocolate? Test your knowledge on the health effects of chocolate. If Santa made a clinic visit... Speculating on the potential health woes of this North Pole legend. Sore joints now that it’s getting cold? It’s tempting to be less active during the winter, but doing more could help you or your patients feel better A clearer link between RSV and childhood asthma Researchers estimate that up to 15% of childhood asthma cases could be prevented by avoiding RSV infection before the age of one. What does weight-inclusive healthcare mean? A dietitian explains what some providers are doing to end weight stigma. The bookends of a medical career Reflecting: A doctor’s journey from initiation to culmination Financial planning for new parents Advisers recommend exploring parental leave benefits and considering dividend stocks for incorporated physicians. Practice management: When a patient dies How to help a colleague—or help yourself—when a patient’s death hits hard. First Previous 27 28 29 30 31 Next Last