As the weather warms up and pandemic restrictions are gradually lifted, people are spending more time near the water. And so are our dogs. Generally, that is a wonderful thing. Many dogs can’t get enough of the watery stuff. But sometimes a fun day in the water can prove hazardous. Being aware of the hazards… Read More »
Article content continued We do allow people to volunteer for things that carry risk The “first, do no harm” principle doesn’t necessarily apply here, Attaran said. “Trials are experimentation. They’re not intended with the same goal as routine treatment in medicine.” The better analogy is firefighters, he said. “With firefighters you recruit people who are… Read More »
THURSDAY, Oct. 22, 2020 — If Obamacare, or the Affordable Care Act (ACA), is repealed, pediatric cancer patients could lose critical insurance coverage, a new study warns. Kids with cancer often require intensive treatment and long-term follow-up to beat the disease. The ACA allows them to stay on their parents’ insurance coverage to age 26… Read More »
Pregnancy stress during the pandemic? Midwife Marie Louise offers her advice on how to stay calm in the lead up to labour, despite the current crisis Expectant mums have enough to feel anxious about, without Covid-19 getting them down too. Navigating and adapting to a rapidly changing situation while trying to maintain a relaxed and… Read More »