Healthcare

No biopsy, cytology or ultrasound: Ob-gyn suspended for missing patient's endometrial cancer
Had he conducted the proper diagnostics, Dr. Gérald W. Stanimir would have concluded something other than vaginal dryness, said the Collège des médecins du Québec.
Specialty baby formula shortages will continue this summer: Health Canada
More shipments of specialty baby formulas are expected soon, according to Health Canada, but shortages will continue throughout the summer.

Squamish Hospital maternity patients diverted to other facilities amid staff shortage
Pharmacists in Yukon get power to extend prescriptions permanently, soon to prescribe for minor ailments

Pharmacists in the Yukon can now extend prescriptions and have more power around controlled substances, and they will soon be able to prescribe for minor ailments as well.
'Permanent bone loss': Calgary study finds astronauts suffer on return to Earth

A study released Thursday from the Cumming School of Medicine at the University of Calgary followed 17 astronauts before and after their space flights.
How well does previous infection with COVID-19, MIS-C protect against Omicron?

Previous infections protect against other variants but not Omicron, while vaccination does offer protection.
Cannabis use worsens bipolar disorder and major depressive disorder

CANMAT advises against cannabis use in patients with bipolar disorder or major depressive disorder.
Virtually speaking: 3 docs on how virtual ER programs have affected their lives

What it’s like for the doctors staffing the virtual ER? We spoke with three such physicians about how they feel about the tech that's solidifying a permanent place in the Canadian health system.
Saskatchewan releases guidance on how pharmacists can manage Lantus shortage

The Saskatchewan College of Pharmacy Professionals has released guidance on how to manage the shortage of the diabetes medication Lantus.
NACI recommends fall COVID-19 booster shot in advance of possible future wave

No biopsy, cytology or ultrasound: Ob-gyn suspended for missing patient's endometrial cancer

Specialty baby formula shortages will continue this summer: Health Canada

Squamish Hospital maternity patients diverted to other facilities amid staff shortage

Pharmacists in Yukon get power to extend prescriptions permanently, soon to prescribe for minor ailments

'Permanent bone loss': Calgary study finds astronauts suffer on return to Earth

How well does previous infection with COVID-19, MIS-C protect against Omicron?

Cannabis use worsens bipolar disorder and major depressive disorder

Virtually speaking: 3 docs on how virtual ER programs have affected their lives

Saskatchewan releases guidance on how pharmacists can manage Lantus shortage

NACI recommends fall COVID-19 booster shot in advance of possible future wave