Legislative, Regulatory & Legal

A new private clinic in northwestern New Brunswick that promises to cut back on the number of elderly people waiting for cataract surgery is being eyed for criticism.

Three doctors told a news conference Thursday the wording of the professional standard crosses a line because it requires physicians to give an ‘effective referral’ to another doctor willing to administer the procedure.

The eight-person committee marks recommendations for the scheduling of non-prescription drugs.

When services are essential to the healthy functioning of society, which levers should the government pull to try to ensure they’re available?

Hospitals are reminding folks with open wounds to avoid showers.

British Columbia’s government has amalgamated 11 health-professional colleges into two, setting the foundation for what it says is stronger oversight.

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U.S. pharmacy groups applaud journalists’ deep dive into the practices of pharmacy benefits managers that increase drug costs, reduce pharmacy sustainability.