Quebec’s college of physicians has expressed concerns about doctors being hesitant to perform medical aid in dying (MAID) due to potential professional sanctions. The number of patients seeking MAID is increasing, leading to anxiety among doctors who fear investigation by the Collège des médecins of Quebec. Mauril Gaudreault, president of the Collège des médecins du …
Dermatologists have consistently emphasized the importance of washing makeup tools to eliminate harmful bacteria, grime, and grease. However, a recent survey conducted by Beauty Pie has discovered that one in six Brits neglect this crucial step. The survey, which involved over 1,000 participants, also revealed that 45% of respondents have never washed their foundation brushes …
Concerns are rising among global health authorities as COVID-19 cases surge in countries in the Northern Hemisphere. This is particularly worrisome because respiratory illnesses tend to peak during the winter months in these regions. The World Health Organization (WHO) is urging countries to enhance their surveillance and reporting of COVID-19 due to an increase in …
A Study Reveals that Smokers Who Start Before the Age of 20 Struggle to Quit The UK’s Minimum Age to Purchase Cigarettes is 18, Increased from 16 in 2007 By Daily Mail Reporter Updated: 23:41 BST, 25 August 2023 Researchers suggest a ban on tobacco product purchases for individuals under 22 years old. According to …
New research conducted by the Ontario Medical Association has shed light on a significant gender pay gap among physicians, with male specialists receiving more referrals and higher billings compared to their female counterparts. This disparity in earnings highlights deep-rooted unconscious biases within the medical field, despite the fact that over 40 percent of physicians in …
New research suggests that snoring should not be dismissed as just an annoying habit, but rather as a “red flag” indicating a greater risk of heart attack in middle-age. A major study conducted by researchers from Stanford University in California found that young adults who snore are 60% more likely to have a stroke and …
Canadian school food program operators are currently experiencing an unprecedented demand as children prepare to return to school. This surge in demand underscores the urgent need for a national school food policy, according to The Breakfast Club of Canada and The Coalition for Healthy School Food. The organizations attribute the growing need for school food …
Maintaining weight loss after a diet can be challenging, regardless of the speed at which the weight was lost. It’s not just a matter of increased appetite, but also the loss of muscle mass. Losing weight not only means losing fat but also a significant amount of muscle, which plays a crucial role in calorie …
Decrease article font size Increase article font size An Alberta woman who fought against COVID vaccine requirements for organ transplants has passed away. The former lawyer for Sheila Annette Lewis confirmed her death on Friday. “Ms. Lewis was a dedicated advocate for personal rights and freedoms,” said Allison Pejovic, who remained in contact with Lewis’s …
Pharmacies throughout the United States are currently facing a widespread shortage of the amoxicillin drug, which is commonly prescribed for childhood infections like ear infections, strep throat, and pneumonia. This supply constraint has become particularly problematic as children return to school and infections start to spread. CVS Health, a well-known pharmacy chain, acknowledged the nationwide …