Martha Rivers Porado
Editor of the independent, go-to news source for Canada’s doctors and pharmacists: CanadianHealthcareNetwork.ca, online home of the Medical Post and Pharmacy Practice + Business magazines #MedSky
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- Game called on account of norovirus: Canada’s defence of Olympic women’s hockey gold has been delayed Canada’s opening game against Finland at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics was postponed because the Finns were struck with the norovirus.
- A new survey suggests Canadians feel the healthcare system has deteriorated over the last decade as they increasingly struggle to access family doctors and encounter hurdles to seeing specialists.
- New travel medicine resources for healthcare professionals in Canada Public Health Agency of Canada issues a comprehensive list of resources to aid, inform and educate Canadian healthcare professionals providing travel medicine services.
- Could this antiretroviral combat glioblastoma? There may be a new way to slow the growth of glioblastoma with a medication already on the pharmacy shelf, new Canadian research finds.
- I grew up in the DMV and so grew up with the Washington Post, so today is a real kick in the teeth.
- Funny thing is they're still selling those 'Democracy dies in Darkness' t-shirts, which . . . imagine.
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- Reposted by Martha Rivers PoradoThe Medical Post's Doc Daily newsletter has all the news you need as a Canadian physician in one place (for free!): -Clinical insights from new studies -Opinions from your peers -Political news pertaining to the profession -Quizzes, contests and more! canadianhealthcarenetwork.ca?view=register
- Reposted by Martha Rivers Porado"Those who were laid off include Caroline O’Donovan, the Post’s beat reporter covering Amazon"
- Reposted by Martha Rivers PoradoForth Worth teacher Chanea Bond says sticking with pen and paper keeps generative artificial intelligence out of her American literature classes. n.pr/4c3cdzs
- Yeah, lol, that's not why.
- In @nytopinion.nytimes.com Younger generations “have fallen out of love with Harry Potter because they have fallen out of love with the worldview the series represents,” writes Louise Perry. “Which is to say that young people have fallen out of love with liberalism.”
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- Reposted by Martha Rivers PoradoWhat’s the business
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- Reposted by Martha Rivers PoradoIf you are a journalist — or know one — who has been attacked, seriously threatened, denied access by a public official or targeted with a legal order in the course of reporting, let us know. You can now submit tips in English or Spanish. Email: tips@pressfreedomtracker.us
- Reposted by Martha Rivers PoradoQUIZ: Test your knowledge of labia oris health, from cancer to cold sores Healthy lips are essential for communication and nutrition, so we need to take care of them. How much do you know about lip health?
- Reposted by Martha Rivers PoradoProblem solved: How do I encourage staff morale when everyone is burned out? We asked and you answered—see what your physician peers had to say about dealing with this problem.
- Reposted by Martha Rivers PoradoNew consensus guidance on anesthesia and sedation while breastfeeding Multidisciplinary group issues guidelines for the perioperative management of patients who are breastfeeding, on behalf of the Association of Anaesthetists (U.K.).
- Reposted by Martha Rivers PoradoTomophobia: What clinicians need to know when patients are afraid of medical procedures
- People who object to this style of extremely limited, human-scale increased density are idiots AND horrific snobs.
- Suburban city councillors opposing six-plexes in their neighbourhoods cost Toronto $10M in federal housing funds. Etobicoke's Stephen Holyday says so be it www.thestar.com/news/gta/fed...
- Reposted by Martha Rivers PoradoThe Theatre of Medicine: New course using performing arts to help doctors be more empathetic
- Reposted by Martha Rivers PoradoWeight loss interventions can cause new skin issues to crop up for your patients Paradoxically, bariatric surgery is sometimes responsible for the development of new pathologies.
- Reposted by Martha Rivers PoradoFirst-generation antihistamines: simple adjustments to reduce delirium A study conducted in Ontario shows that the use of first-generation antihistamines increases the risk of delirium in hospitalized seniors—calling for a review of certain prescribing practices.
- Reposted by Martha Rivers PoradoNew guideline from the SOGC on diagnosis and management of intrauterine early pregnancy loss Check out this resource under Pregnancy in our clinical guidelines library. canadianhealthcarenetwork.ca/key-clinical...
- Reposted by Martha Rivers PoradoWhat is ‘food noise’ and why are we hearing about it amid the rise of GLP-1 meds?
- Reposted by Martha Rivers PoradoAre Ontario’s waitlist incentives leading some doctors to drop current patients to take new ones? The Physician Services Agreement, which came into effect last year, increases the financial incentive for doctors accepting patients from the province’s centralized waitlist from $350 to $500.
- There is such tremendous work happening in Canada by physicians, and our annual Medical Post Awards are a celebration of these accomplishments. The Medical Post Awards are selected by peers of physician juries. Check out this year's winners!
- Reposted by Martha Rivers PoradoCongratulations to the Medical Post 2025 Innovative Practice Award winner, Dr. Jack Rasmussen! Watch his video interview: vimeo.com/1143488824/f... Read his profile: www.canadianhealthcarenetwork.ca/elevating-cr... #TheMedicalPostAwards
- Reposted by Martha Rivers PoradoCongratulations to the Medical Post 2025 Awards winners: Dr. Jack Rasmussen, (SGS) Geriatric Day Hospital, Dr. Dominik Nowak, Dr. Alykhan Abdulla, Dr. Danielle Penney, and Dr. Melissa Yuan-Innes! 🎥 vimeo.com/1146729817/8... 📖 www.canadianhealthcarenetwork.ca/2025-medical... #TheMedicalPostAwards
- Health Canada recalls glucose monitors that may give patients incorrect readings
- Reposted by Martha Rivers PoradoThe artist you have listened to on that platform 10,000 times would have been financially better off if you had purchased one single CD from them or even paid for a few individual tracks.
- Reposted by Martha Rivers Porado“They’re in the process right now of manufacturing consent for A.I.”
- Reposted by Martha Rivers PoradoVaccinating newborns against hepatitis B saves lives. Why might a CDC panel stop recommending it? The universal HBV birth dose has prevented more than 90,000 childhood deaths since 1991, but a federal vaccine advisory group may vote to end the practice. www.cidrap.umn.edu/c...
- Reposted by Martha Rivers PoradoThe Canadian diet is changing: How snacks are taking over mealtime
- Reposted by Martha Rivers PoradoSeasonal influenza: comprehensive guidelines for antiviral therapy Ontario Health provides recommendations for healthcare providers on the appropriate prescribing of antiviral therapy for children and adults with seasonal influenza.
- Reposted by Martha Rivers PoradoA refresher on peripheral neuropathy Comprehensive JAMA review highlights pathophysiology, clinical presentation, causes, diagnosis, management and prognosis.
- Reposted by Martha Rivers PoradoObesity: Why do so many patients abandon GLP-1 agonists? Despite the hype surrounding GLP-1 receptor agonists, a significant proportion of patients discontinue treatment after a few months, reducing the chances of long-term benefits.
- Reposted by Martha Rivers PoradoDo kids really need vitamin supplements? For parents of fussy eaters in particular, supplements may feel like a quick and reassuring solution. But are they necessary?
- Reposted by Martha Rivers PoradoUpdate on management of dandruff and scalp dermatitis Canadian experts address causes, management, diverse clinical presentations across different ethnicities and need for clinical guidelines to better inform healthcare providers.
- Reposted by Martha Rivers PoradoHow two Canadian war amputees hiked 2,000 kilometres and shaped disability rights activism
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- Reposted by Martha Rivers PoradoDo corticosteroids during pregnancy increase childhood infectious disease risk?🧪 Study examines antenatal corticosteroid use and risk of infectious diseases throughout childhood.
- Reposted by Martha Rivers PoradoAltering this cloning technique could be game changer in fertility treatments🧪 Technique using skin cells to create fertilizable human eggs with genes from two sources.
- Reposted by Martha Rivers PoradoHow doctors can help patients get ahead of extreme nausea and vomiting in pregnancy🧪 Up to 31% of patients with Hyperemesis Gravidarum stop meds because of side effects.
- Reposted by Martha Rivers PoradoA Diamond Anniversary! We're celebrating 60 years of publication! Whether you're a new reader or have a stack of old issues, when did you first subscribe to the magazine, and what keeps you renewing? Tell us in the comments. #MedicalPost60 #60thAnniversary
- Reposted by Martha Rivers PoradoReason #60: We've shared 60 compelling reasons, and they all lead back to this: Our top priority is keeping you connected & informed. As the independent voice of Canadian doctors for six decades, we deliver the trusted, comprehensive insight that no other can match. ow.ly/J9YK50Xcsxc
- Reposted by Martha Rivers PoradoSeven obstetrician gynecologists have resigned from in-hospital privileges under the Interior Health authority at Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops, B.C.
- Reposted by Martha Rivers PoradoFour clinically and biologically distinct subtypes of autism have been identified, along with details of how each of their underlying genetic patterns drive the condition.
- Reposted by Martha Rivers PoradoWe are committed to providing independent, physician-oriented journalism. For 60 years we have been an independent voice amongst physicians - hear directly from one of our dedicated editors, Martha Porado, on why this is important. #MedicalPost60 #60thAnniversary #quote
- Reposted by Martha Rivers PoradoAs we celebrate our 60th anniversary, we asked in-house reporter Tom Yun what he's most proud of that The Medical Post has accomplished. His answer speaks to the heart of our mission. Join us in celebrating this legacy of physician-focused journalism. #MedicalPost60 #60thAnniversary #Quote
- Reposted by Martha Rivers PoradoApplications are being accepted for those wanting to become doctors through Simon Fraser University, in what the British Columbia government says is the first new medical school in Western Canada in decades.
- Reposted by Martha Rivers PoradoA Quebec senator says she was never told by her doctor that a surgical procedure she went through in 2005 would render her unable to have children, and hopes her story can advance a broader reckoning on systemic racism in Canada.
- Reposted by Martha Rivers PoradoA Toronto hospital says it transplanted a heart that stopped beating last month in a Canadian first that has the potential to substantially shorten the long wait for a donor.
- Reposted by Martha Rivers PoradoA recent study out of Laval University finds many foods that are high in sodium and sugar on Canadian shelves are much cheaper than healthier, equivalent options.
- Reposted by Martha Rivers PoradoCouples should never go to bed angry, right? It might be time to rethink that
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- Reposted by Martha Rivers PoradoReason #53: A single subscription, multiple ways to stay informed. Get the content you need through our newsletters, the full magazine, and our peer-to-peer discussion areas. The Medical Post delivers information across all platforms to meet your professional needs. #MedicalPost60 buff.ly/ReWhkdB
- Reposted by Martha Rivers PoradoPatients who were intoxicated during the assault or while seeking treatment after the fact face greater difficulty accessing sexual assault evidence kits (SAEKs), according to a new study published in the journal Violence Against Women this summer.
- Reposted by Martha Rivers PoradoBREAKING: Premature baby dies of measles in Alberta
- Reposted by Martha Rivers PoradoIf patients have patchy hair, hair loss, or hair that won’t grow because it keeps breaking off, a contributing culprit could be the type of hair brush they are using. Here's out guide to 10 different brush types and what they're actually for!
- Leaving family med: Filling a community need in diabetic wound care ‘The gratification that one gets when you are able to save a person's limb, that's pretty big . . .. That kind of a win doesn't occur too often in family medicine.’
- How to increase the number of Indigenous physicians in Canada: report A new impact paper based on lived experience outlines ways to eliminate barriers.
- New Canadian consensus guidelines on managing male and female pattern hair loss A panel of Canadian experts has developed consensus recommendations for the management of androgenetic alopecia in male and female adults.
- Reposted by Martha Rivers PoradoIt was 60 years ago this week that the Medical Post was first published and we have a great web page with fun highlights of the Medical Post’s past, quizzes and more: canadianhealthcarenetwork.ca/medicalpost60
