Healthcare

Metformin can be used to prevent or treat antipsychotic-induced weight gain
International group of experts develops an evidence-based clinical practice guideline (algorithm) for using metformin to prevent/treat antipsychotic-induced weight gain.
B.C. teen with avian flu deemed no longer infectious, taken off supplemental oxygen
A letter sent to the editor of The New England Journal of Medicine signed by Canadian health officials says the British Columbia teenager who tested positive for avian flu has been taken off of supplemental oxygen and is no longer infectious.

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The quiet appointment

As part of a series of first-person true stories written by physicians, Dr. Shafiq Qaadri writes here about his encounters with a grief-stricken patient.
Plane crash

In a small ER, as the only doctor, Dr. Melissa Yuan-Innes recalls taking control in a rare situation at her tiny hospital.
New Year’s resolutions, anyone?

Doctors share their reflections and their personal goals for the year ahead. Plus, some tips for making them stick.
Noninvasive treatments for acute, subacute and chronic low back pain

A review of the American College of Physician's clinical practice guideline and clinical recommendations on the noninvasive treatment of low back pain.
What do we know about mpox vaccine effectiveness?

Dr. Isaac Bogoch has treated several patients with mpox, and notes the dramatic difference between cases who’ve been vaccinated and those who haven’t.
Check out FIP’s video series on global pharmacy-based vaccination practices

The four part video series explores policy evolution, prescribing authority and funding models for pharmacy-based vaccinations across seven countries.
Pharmacy Michael Assaraf rebrands as Sanavie, makes significant investments in specialty patient care services

The growing demand for specialty pharmacy services across the province prompts the Montreal-based pharmacy to expand its scope of operations.

Metformin can be used to prevent or treat antipsychotic-induced weight gain

B.C. teen with avian flu deemed no longer infectious, taken off supplemental oxygen

Want to write for Doctor Daily?

The quiet appointment

Plane crash

New Year’s resolutions, anyone?

Noninvasive treatments for acute, subacute and chronic low back pain

What do we know about mpox vaccine effectiveness?

Check out FIP’s video series on global pharmacy-based vaccination practices

Pharmacy Michael Assaraf rebrands as Sanavie, makes significant investments in specialty patient care services