Discussions

My one-year-old patient overdosed on opioids
Canadians every day, including children, are overdosing on opioids. As Dr. Matthew Schurter points out, it’s high time we did more to stop an epidemic killing far too many.
We need more privatization to save our crumbling health system
A BC court decision may have ruled against Dr. Brian Day and others, but as Dr. Charles Shaver argues, this doesn’t change the fact our healthcare system still needs a major overhaul.

What’s so wrong with e-bikes?

For the traditional cycling enthusiast, the proliferation of e-bikes may induce a roll of the eyes. But, Dr. Ted Jablonski says that when it comes to healthier lifestyle choices, it's important for docs not to let the perfect be the enemy of the good.
Managing healthcare waste: Issues and challenges

In their second article in a new series, Aska Patel and Rajni Ratti look at the prevalence of healthcare-generated waste and how the environmental impact of such waste can be mitigated.
POLL: How big a role has Paxlovid played in your efforts to fight COVID as a pharmacist?

Medical experts say that not enough Canadian COVID-19 patients eligible for treatment with Paxlovid are receiving the medication. What's your experience so far?
Mask up or face the consequences

Dr. Noorali Bharwani speaks to the effectiveness of good-quality masks, even with boosters.
Market meltdown: It’s déjà vu and some investors never learn

When markets are in turmoil, it can be stressful for amateur investors.
A medical school reunion, 55 years later

Long-time graduates keep tradition alive by continuing to meet at 80+ years old.
POLL: Is inflation affecting your patients' capacity to pay for their medications?

With gas and food prices climbing, the cost of living for many Canadians is getting harder to handle.
Case study: My patient with opioid-use disorder has terrible cancer pain

Dr. Marcus Greatheart gives his take on best practices when communicating with patients with these concurrent issues.