CMAJ : Canadian Medical Association journal = journal de l'Association medicale canadienne
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To identify the population-based drug databases in Canada and to determine their comprehensiveness and accessibility for performing pharmacoepidemiologic and outcomes research. ⋯ A number of public and private population-based databases are available for use in pharmacoepidemiologic and outcomes research.
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Although Canada and the US are two separate worlds when medical malpractice is considered, actuaries across North America are looking into their crystal balls in an attempt to set reserves for uncertain future claims. Given the relatively low rate of litigation in Canada, some feel the Canadian Medical Protective Association is hoarding cash as it continues to raise premiums even though it has close to $1 billion in reserves. However, some experts suggest that this is just a prudent way to do business in an unpredictable environment. Milan Korcok looks at the situation facing physicians on both sides of the border.
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To identify factors associated with increased risk of immediate complications from induced abortion. ⋯ The risk of immediate complications from induced abortion is very low. Unlike in previous studies, the woman's age, parity and history of previous spontaneous or induced abortions were not found to be risk factors. However, advancing gestational age and procedures involving instillation of saline or prostaglandins were predictive factors of immediate complications.
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To assess the prevalence of psychological abuse, physical assault, and discrimination on the basis of gender and sexual orientation, and to examine the prevalence and impact of sexual harassment in residency training programs. ⋯ Psychological abuse, discrimination on the basis of gender and sexual harassment are commonly experienced by residents in training programs. A direct, progressive, multidisciplinary approach is needed to label and address these problems.