TORONTO | Although Canadians are aware the incidence of Alzheimer’s is expected to double in the next 15 years, the vast majority of them have not prepared a homecare contingency plan in the event that they or a loved one are diagnosed with the disease.
MONTREAL | Cancer control and government experts at the 2012 World Cancer Congress have outlined the priority actions needed to achieve the first United Nations' goal on non-communicable diseases (NCDs).
Recent studies have linked exposure to particulate matter to an increased risk of ischemic stroke, cognitive decline, and possibly myocardial infarction.
Montreal pharmacist and passionate environmentalist Marc-André Mailhot is piloting a green pharmacies program and is also developing guidelines for sustainable pharmacies.
MUNICH, GERMANY _ After a smoking ban was introduced in Bremen, Germany, the rate of ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) diminished by 26% in non-smokers but remained almost constant in active smokers.
TORONTO _ West Nile virus cases are starting to climb in Canada. Ontario is reporting that as of earlier this week, 49 confirmed and probable human cases of the disease have been spotted.
