April

The confluence of a number of factors makes the time right for a supervised drug consumption site in Victoria.

This edition of the BC Medical Journal coincides with the BCMA’s annual election pro­cess. By now the call for nominations for BCMA officers, Board members, and vice-delegates will have been distributed to all physicians. If this year is anything like previous years, I would anticipate that the rush to stand for election will be less than overwhelming.  

Looking for evidence on care of injured workers?
WorkSafeBC has an evidence-based practice group (EBPG) that reviews and analyzes key health care topics. While some of the reviews are evident in WorkSafeBC’s policies and practices, most are updates on a particular topic and add to the science surrounding the issues; where necessary, the EBPG alters health care practices based on up-to-date evidence.

Parents may approach physicians and other health professionals with questions and concerns related to “attachment.” Despite an abundance of information on attachment, there is often confusion surrounding the term. What is the meaning of attachment and what do we really know about attachment and its relationship to mental health?

Family physicians, developmental-behavioral pediatricians, psychiatrists, and obstetricians can all benefit from familiarizing themselves with the findings from material published by respected authorities in the field of attachment.