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Remembering Dr. Harry Edstrom
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By NLMA Staff
The Newfoundland and Labrador Medical Association is deeply saddened by the passing of former NLMA president Dr. Harry Edstrom. He died on July 7, 2009, at the age of 67. |
A R C H I V E S
NLMA’s earliest newsletters digitally archived
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Submitted Article
Last year, the NLMA partnered with Memorial University’s Faculty
of Medicine Founders’ Archive to digitize the NLMA’s
newsletters, other records that date back to the 1920s and
house a collection of antique medical instruments donated by members. |
h e a l t h p r o m o t i o n
Pesticide Coalition urges MDs to voice their concerns
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Submitted Article
The Coalition on Pesticides
says it’s time for the provincial government to explain why it is not acting to protect
the people of the province from risks associated with the cosmetic use of pesticides
and it is asking physicians to lend their support. |
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Eastern Health H1N1
update
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Submitted Article
Eastern Health
supports community and institution-based physicians
as we work together to manage the current pandemic
H1N1 outbreak. Physicians outside of the Eastern
Health region should contact the local Regional
Health Authority for information specific to
your region. |
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E A L T H t e c h n o l o g y
Advanced testing options for cervical cancer screening
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Submitted Article
Due to the evolution
of cervical cell collection techniques for the detection of
cervical precursor lesions, new possibilities for alternative
cervical screening strategies have emerged. |
h e a l t h t e c h n o l o g y
Campaign launched to fund new cardiac equipment, technology
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Submitted Article
The Health Care Foundation has launched the
Give From the Heart capital campaign to raise $10 million over two years
to support Eastern Health’s Cardiac Care Program. |
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O C T O R S I N T H E N E W S
New unit at Memorial University offers sport, health services
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Submitted Article
Allied Health Services (AHS) is a unique network of services
available through the School of Human Kinetics focused on
enhancing community health, athletic performance, education
and research. |
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New chair of Discipline of Medicine
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Submitted Article
Dermatologist Dr. Wayne Gulliver has
been appointed the new chair of the Discipline of Medicine in the
Faculty of Medicine at Memorial University. |
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f i n a n c i a l
Snowbirds need to fly right to stay on a tax-efficient course
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By Robert Kavanagh
Retirement tax-planning
for snowbirds requires additional thought and special preparations.
It is important to consult a tax advisor with expertise related to
your destination country before making plans to spend time abroad
in retirement. |
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H E A L T H t e c h n o l o g y
Telehealth legacy continues to build in Newfoundland and Labrador
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Submitted Article
Telehealth
plays an important role in improving the delivery of equitable health services
to patients in Newfoundland and Labrador and simply put, it has become a way
of delivering care in this province. |
H E A L T H A D M I N I S T R
A T I O N
New regulations, framework for Nurse Practitioners
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By Beverley McIsaac
ARNNL announces approval of new Nurse
Practitioner Regulations (2009), which enable the implementation of
a Framework for Nurse Practitioner Practice in Newfoundland and
Labrador (2008). |
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A & E
Weaving a common thread
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By NLMA Staff with files from Francis Ennis
Visitors arriving at the
NLMA will now be greeted by a vibrant hand-made portrayal
of the unique land and seascapes that are characteristic
of Newfoundland and Labrador’s rugged coastline. |
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Disability income
insurance
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By OMA Insurance Services Department
Imagine how your life
and goals would change in the event of a disability.
Disability income insurance is designed
to help protect you and your family by providing a
source of monthly income if a sickness or injury
prevents you from working.
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R O M O T I O N
Regulated nurses in Canada
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Submitted Article
The largest
group of health care professionals in Canada, the regulated
nursing workforce continues to be one of our health care
system’s vital signs. For the first time in recent history,
this workforce spans four generations, presenting challenges
and opportunities for health human resources. |
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p r o m o t i o n
Proud to be Smoke Free!
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Submitted Article
Eastern Health promotes
and supports an environment free from tobacco and second hand smoke
for its employees, physicians, patients, clients, residents, visitors,
students, volunteers and vendors of Eastern Health. |
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c l i n i c a l p r a c t i c e
Zostavax available from Jema International Travel Clinic
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Submitted Article
Through the Rx for
Change Interventions Database, CADTH provides an invaluable bridge
between evidence-based research and the real-world use of research to
influence drug prescribing and use. |
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p r a c t i c e
NLPDP coverage of Antiviral Medications
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Submitted Article
Effective September 15, 2009, NLPDP clients
will be provided with coverage of antiviral medications (Tamiflu and Relenza) as per
NLPDP policy. |
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