“What we speak becomes the house we live in”
Health care in British Columbia and across Canada has been shrouded in negativity for quite some time. Read More
In the current issue
My body, dissected
In my first month of medical school, I met with my facilitator to review my evaluation for the block. She advised me that I needed to watch what I wore, that I was not like other girls in my class. Read More
The power of stories and remembrance
Although our epidemiologic egotism compels us to scoff at the “N of 1,” it is hard to deny the influence of a poignant story over that of impersonal data. Read More
Housing: An important determinant of health
Housing is an important social determinant of health and well-being. Unfortunately, many Canadians, including British Columbians, do not have access to adequate housing. Read More
Cold stress and outdoor workers: Safety considerations for your patients
Canada has a severe winter climate, and the cold weather presents risks to your patients who work outdoors. Read More
Supporting the stillbirth journey at BC Women’s Hospital and Health Centre
The hospital setting, designed primarily for the delivery of live infants, can profoundly shape the experience and memory of those who have a stillbirth in pregnancy. Read More
Sexual lubricants: Practice tips
Considerations for making well-informed, tailored recommendations to patients. Read More
The role of anti-Müllerian hormone testing for fertility prognosis
The use of anti-Müllerian hormone testing to measure ovarian reserve has advantages and disadvantages; therefore, it is vital to consider the clinical question being asked. Read More
The provincial privileging process in British Columbia through a rural lens
The impact of the provincial privileging process and dictionaries on rural generalist practice should be thoroughly evaluated to determine whether they have improved patient care and safety. Read More
In the next issue
Bibliotherapy: The review, organization, and dissemination of recommended reading for psychiatry patients
A high-quality, low-barrier form of therapy. Read More
A call to action: Dermatology’s role in combatting colorism
How dermatologists can advance health equity for racialized communities through their practices and collaboration with interested parties. Read More
Cervical screening in BC—Change inspired by First Nations and Métis communities
For human papillomavirus–based screening to be effective and to avoid exacerbating inequities, the health care system needs to prioritize culturally appropriate, difference-based approaches. Read More
Implementation of human papillomavirus primary screening for cervical cancer in BC
Human papillomavirus primary screening can identify those at risk for cervical precancer and cancer earlier and better than cytology. Read More
