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Proper paperwork for involuntary psych admission only filed 42% of the time: B.C. ombudsperson
Ombudsperson Jay Chalke says that is up from 28% when he made his recommendations in 2019, but still represents a significant gap in compliance by mental health facilities.

New studies bolster theory coronavirus emerged from the wild

Scientists conclude that the virus that causes COVID-19, SARS-CoV-2, likely spilled from animals into people two separate times.
U.S. pharmacist founds sports magazine

New online magazine to focus on how pharmacists can help athletes achieve optimum health.
B.C. pharmacist with 'pattern of poor professional judgment' banned from owning a pharmacy for 5 years

A British Columbian pharmacist has been banned from owning a pharmacy for five years and being a pharmacist for one, after “significant professional misconduct.”
'Utmost urgency': Should Ontario pharmacists get OK to prescribe for minor ailments now?

Pharmacists being allowed to prescribe for minor ailments and do routine vaccinations earlier than Jan 1 could take pressure off the healthcare system, some say.
CAMH to study effects of psilocybin on depression after receiving first federal grant

The psychiatric institute says researchers will explore whether experiencing the effects of psilocybin—found in "magic mushrooms''—is necessary for it to have antidepressant effects.
'Completely within your control': Outrage over UCP candidate's comments on cancer treatment

Danielle Smith, former leader of the Wildrose party, has her own podcast, on which she recently chatted with a naturopath about health topics affecting Alberta.
Canada's top doc encourages safe sex, fewer partners to prevent spread of monkeypox

The World Health Organization declared the virus a public health emergency of international concern over the weekend.
Canadian doctors urge vaccination after first U.S. case of polio in a decade

The polio vaccine is part of children's standard set of shots, but some parents are opting not to vaccinate their kids and the COVID-19 pandemic has delayed vaccination for others.

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Proper paperwork for involuntary psych admission only filed 42% of the time: B.C. ombudsperson

New studies bolster theory coronavirus emerged from the wild

U.S. pharmacist founds sports magazine

B.C. pharmacist with 'pattern of poor professional judgment' banned from owning a pharmacy for 5 years

'Utmost urgency': Should Ontario pharmacists get OK to prescribe for minor ailments now?

CAMH to study effects of psilocybin on depression after receiving first federal grant

'Completely within your control': Outrage over UCP candidate's comments on cancer treatment

Canada's top doc encourages safe sex, fewer partners to prevent spread of monkeypox

Canadian doctors urge vaccination after first U.S. case of polio in a decade

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