British Columbia introduced the pneumococcal polysaccharide 23-valent (PPV23) vaccine in 1996 for bone marrow transplant recipients and asplenics. Over the next 2 years, the program expanded to... Read More
When I started my medical training in 1984, the general understanding was that clinical history contributed about 70% to establishing a diagnosis, with physical examination and investigations... Read More
The new BC Pediatric Nutrition Guidelines[1] introduce a holistic, family-centred approach to feeding children aged 0–6 years, focusing as much on how to feed as what to feed. The introduction draws... Read More
An innovative stem cell–based treatment for type 1 diabetes can meaningfully regulate blood glucose levels and reduce dependence on daily insulin injections, according to new clinical trial results... Read More
When did you last meet with your insurance advisor to review your disability and professional expense insurance needs? It’s usually recommended that you review your coverage every 2 years, or if your... Read More