Quebec doctors fight user fees
Quebec doctors and medical students have formed a coalition to oppose the provincial government's proposal to charge a $25 fee for doctor visits. cbc.ca |
Dirty surgical tools blamed on staff, workload
An external review of sterilization procedures at a Kamloops, B.C., hospital is blaming novice staff and more surgeries for improperly sterilized surgical tools. cbc.ca |
Date Set For Scotland's Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme - General Dental Council
The General Dental Council is advising dental professionals working in Scotland to keep up to date on measures aimed at protecting vulnerable patients. The Scottish Government has announced that its Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme (PVG Scheme) will begin on 30 November 2010... mnt.to |
Zooper strollers recalled over latch failure
A type of stroller that is handy for twins or young children of similar age is being recalled because it may be hazardous to occupants. cbc.ca |
Teen smoking ban focus of Ont. private bill
An Ontario Tory MPP will put forward a bill in Queens Park in Toronto that will make it illegal for anyone under the age of 19 to smoke cigarettes. cbc.ca |