Scientists from evolutionary biologists to psychologists have found neural and genetic evidence that we are predisposed to cooperate.[1] History is full of examples of great inventions, works of art... Read More
Farm practices involving antibiotics affect patients in our offices, some of whom die as a result of resistant infections. In Canada, agriculture accounts for a large volume of antibiotic use... Read More
A number of factors common in the elderly make them vulnerable to acute kidney injury and subsequent digoxin toxicity. Case An 85-year-old female presented to emergency after a syncopal episode.... Read More
As physicians, we are driven to relieve our patients’ pain. To do so, we first attempt to determine the cause of their pain. With disabling back pain, the temptation is to order an MRI or CT scan.... Read More
BC physicians should be aware of the risk of waterborne infection in the province, particularly for immune-compromised individuals in communities with inadequately treated water supplies.... Read More