Background Canada is currently experiencing an opioid overdose crisis that is having devastating consequences for individuals, communities, and the health care system.[1] Since British Columbia... Read More
Dr Greggain started his 1-year term as president of Doctors of BC on 1 January 2023. He spoke with BCMJ editor Dr Caitlin Dunne in December. First of all, congratulations on your role as... Read More
The ongoing opioid overdose epidemic in North America presents a pressing need for effective tools in managing opioid use disorder and preventing toxic opioid poisoning. In Canada, 7902 deaths in... Read More
Background Gallstone disease develops in 10% to 15% of Caucasian adults and is the consequence of supersaturation of cholesterol in bile.[1] Risk factors include female sex, age over 40 years,... Read More
Background Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, mental health conditions were the leading cause of disability in Canada,[1] with one in five Canadians experiencing a mental health condition each year,... Read More