Patient Compliance

Case report: Enigma
A recent case at a walk-in perhaps reflects a growing problem in society.
Forgetting appointments, deadlines and that call to Mom—the phenomenon of prospective memory and how to improve yours
Have you ever walked into a room and then wondered why you went there? If you’ve experienced this phenomenon, you’ve had a prospective memory lapse.

B.C. provides $20M to expand travel, accommodation funding for cancer patients

A statement from the Ministry of Health says the funding for the Canadian Cancer Society builds on a provincial commitment of $10 million last year.
Risk of serious cutaneous adverse drug reactions with oral antibiotics in older adults

Ontario study examines the risk of serious cutaneous ADRs associated with common oral antibiotics and characterizes outcomes of patients hospitalized for these reactions.
Pharmacist groups outraged over proposed PrescribeIT fees

Canada Health Infoway, the non-profit behind PrescribeIT, plans to introduce a 20-cent transaction fee for pharmacists effective January 2025 for new and renewal electronic prescriptions.
Can a 6-second kiss each day lead to a more intimate relationship?

A daily intimacy exercise pioneered by couples therapists and clinical psychologists John and Julie Gottman, the six-second kiss is what it sounds like — taking a few moments out of each day to connect physically with your partner.
You know the ins and outs of antibiotics—but do your patients?

Patient reminders on how to take antibiotics safely.
OCP kicks off town hall series on corporate pressure concerns

The college is encouraging members to report corporate pressures through its hotline and says it is exploring legal options.
Is your information for patients hard to understand?

As a professional communicator with a background in science, even I’ve been confused by letters I’ve received as a patient. Here’s my advice for keeping things simple, logical and clear.
Unknown caller no more: Nova Scotia Health is tackling this common problem

Doctor, do your patients often send your calls straight to voicemail because they don’t know it’s you calling?

Case report: Enigma

Forgetting appointments, deadlines and that call to Mom—the phenomenon of prospective memory and how to improve yours

B.C. provides $20M to expand travel, accommodation funding for cancer patients

Risk of serious cutaneous adverse drug reactions with oral antibiotics in older adults

Pharmacist groups outraged over proposed PrescribeIT fees

Can a 6-second kiss each day lead to a more intimate relationship?

You know the ins and outs of antibiotics—but do your patients?

OCP kicks off town hall series on corporate pressure concerns

Is your information for patients hard to understand?

Unknown caller no more: Nova Scotia Health is tackling this common problem