Patient Compliance

AI tool saves major time sourcing drug information

Idea emerged from pharmacist’s own struggle finding quick answers for patients.
Talking to teens about cannabis as a doctor

It is a challenge with this age group, who consider cannabis to be harmless. However, family physicians are well-positioned to connect with and employ harm reduction strategies with their younger patients regarding cannabis use.
Six things my fellow doctors should know—but may not—about treating depression

A psychiatrist offers up advice from his years of experience.
What every patient needs to know to act as their own navigator

When patients have help with navigating the health system, it can be hugely beneficial. But that extra help isn’t always available, so here’s my advice to patients so they can help themselves.
Tips for incorporating new therapies for acne

Novel therapies, and fresh understanding of old therapies.
POLL: Do you support mandatory addiction treatment in some cases?

See what your colleagues say. Take our weekly doctor poll.
Placebos reduce the intensity and interference of PMS symptoms: study

Even in patients who were informed beforehand that they would be taking a placebo, the inactive pills worked.
N.W.T. closely monitoring measles vaccine supply as top docs in North face down virus

N.W.T.’s health department says there is enough supply for those who were exposed, and to maintain routine vaccinations.

NEW DRUG: Fabhalta for PNH