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B.C. health minister praises U.S. recruitment, says 780 applications in 2 months
Josie Osborne says more than 2,250 doctors, nurses and other health professionals have signed up for webinars and expressed interest in working in B.C. since March.
Two pharmacists sanctioned for serious failures in monitoring a patient
Both missed several refills of medication prescribed to vulnerable patient who has now been in a vegetative state after a cardioembolic stroke.

Have your say: What are your hopes and dreams?

Four pharmacists share their wishes and ambitions for their practice and pharmacy care in the years to come.
Did you miss ISMP Canada's latest Med Safety Exchange webinar?

ISMP Canada's YouTube channel features loads of medication safety resources—including full recordings of their Med Safety Exchange webinar series. Check out the most recent recording here!
Art with impact

Summer in Canada is a wonderful time to enjoy outdoor art exhibits and attractions, which is where reader Lois Stevens got inspired to take her photo.
Obesity rates in Canada increased faster during pandemic than in previous 11 years

A new report says the prevalence of obesity increased faster during the COVID-19 pandemic than it did over the course of more than a decade beforehand, specifically in young adults.
Health Canada is warning customers about 'unauthorized' mood supplements

These new natural products might pose "serious health risks," according to the department.
MSF accuses Ethiopian soldiers of 'targeted killing' of 3 staffers in Tigray in 2021

Findings from Doctors Without Borders recently released report.
New York clerk again refuses to enforce Texas judgment against doctor who provided abortion pills

Supports state’s shield law about a doctor accused of prescribing abortion medication via telemedicine.
A Berlin doctor goes on trial, accused of murdering 15 patients

Prosecutors accuse the physician of administering a fatal drug cocktail and attempting to cover up the deaths.