Best Practices

Hormone patches or creams for menopause symptoms may have lower blood pressure risk than pills
Canadian researchers wondered if the way hormones are absorbed—orally, vaginally or through the skin—could play a role.
Biosimilars are equivalent to reference biologics in rheumatoid arthritis
Systematic review and meta-analysis finds that patients using biosimilars have equivalent clinical responses and functional capacity compared with those using reference biologic drugs.

Nova Scotia college endorses framework that would regulate doctors who don't commit to cultural humility

Recommendations in the framework include recognizing Indigenous-specific racism as professional misconduct.
Two drugs are better than one: Combined methotrexate and low-dose prednisone help severe alopecia areata

Response similar to that from JAK inhibitors for refractory patients.
It’s time to leave the Paleo Diet in the past: Recent studies have failed to support its claims

While the Paleo Diet has many adherents, clinical research has yet to substantiate its purported health benefits.
Innovative program helps B.C. patients with overdose related brain injuries

The ministry says that, by working with psychiatrists, neuropsychologists and occupational therapists, a patient can grasp their new needs and limitations.
Taking a daily multivitamin appears to boost brains of adults over 60, but more study needed

Further study is needed to determine exactly which nutrients might make a difference.
Toxic chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products remain in our bodies and environments for a very, very long time

European data indicates there are about 170 PFAS ingredients for use in cosmetics and personal care products.
Could new sunscreens be developed from melanin itself?

A new study out of Quebec gives scientists a better understanding of the mechanism of melanin, which could lead to future sunscreen innovations.
New research discoveries are more likely to be put to use in pediatricians’ offices if patients and their caregivers get involved

The reality is, however, less than 15% of clinical research will ever make it into practice. Even when evidence is adopted into practice, this process can take as long as 17 years.

Hormone patches or creams for menopause symptoms may have lower blood pressure risk than pills

Biosimilars are equivalent to reference biologics in rheumatoid arthritis

Nova Scotia college endorses framework that would regulate doctors who don't commit to cultural humility

Two drugs are better than one: Combined methotrexate and low-dose prednisone help severe alopecia areata

It’s time to leave the Paleo Diet in the past: Recent studies have failed to support its claims

Innovative program helps B.C. patients with overdose related brain injuries

Taking a daily multivitamin appears to boost brains of adults over 60, but more study needed

Toxic chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products remain in our bodies and environments for a very, very long time

Could new sunscreens be developed from melanin itself?

New research discoveries are more likely to be put to use in pediatricians’ offices if patients and their caregivers get involved