Healthcare

As the first pharmacy in Manitoba granted a clinical practice licence, Simplicity Wellness is focused on consultation and coaching and does not dispense medications

The duration of active labour during childbirth would be significantly shorter in women who maintained a higher level of physical activity during their pregnancy, indicated researchers in a study published in the American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

A pharmacist at North York General Hospital helps older patients with Parkinson’s disease navigate symptoms and adverse events, one call at a time.

The OMA approved an agreement to extend virtual fee codes for an additional year. There is much to like but in the current environment however, the extension agreement fails family practice.

The Canadian Pharmacists Association has outlined five healthcare issues they hope will be discussed in the federal election campaign.

Two Quebec researchers are working on the design of a smart bra that could facilitate detection and monitoring of breast cancer, while patients are in the comfort of their homes.

Two pharmacy technicians—Dana Lyons and Laura Miskimins—have been elected to the Alberta College of Pharmacy (ACP) Council.