February 11, 2019 Health Policy Parents in Washington State opposing removing vaccine exemptions are needlessly increasing their children’s risk of harm while a state of emergency has been called in their state because of a measles outbreak.
February 6, 2019 Addiction New vaping regulations from Health Canada will have a difficult time turning the tide against teen use.
January 30, 2019 Cancer/Oncology Providing the latest information about the risk and benefits of screening mammograms for women over 40 will assist the decision-making process.The decision will always be with the patient.
January 29, 2019 Health Policy Ottawa Public Health continues its mandate to ensure all students’ vaccinations are up-to-date before the school suspension deadline.
January 25, 2019 Health Policy Some cities reassessing previous decision to remove fluoride from tap water after reports indicate that children experienced increased incidence of dental caries thereafter.
January 16, 2019 Addiction Lifetime risk of opioid overdose death in US surpasses that from car accidents
December 21, 2018 Addiction More talk but little action it seems on providing appropriate service for people suffering from opioid addiction.
December 18, 2018 Addiction Survey suggests that teens are turning to vaping more so than other drugs
December 14, 2018 Addiction A twofer today: Where are our vaccines and an approach to reducing the risk of illicit opioid contamination.