Do online doctors provide safe advice? Ross Duncan and researchers wanted to find out.
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BC groups advance patient leadership in health research
When health systems listen to and act on patients’ needs, they deliver better care. That’s why five organizations are collaborating to prioritize the needs of BC’s patients and caregivers in health research, with patient voices leading the way.
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Broadening the circle: BC SUPPORT Unit provincial team build a shared vision
BC SUPPORT Unit team members gathered in Vancouver on June 28 and 29 from all parts of the province.
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Government of Canada strengthens Canada’s clinical trials environment
Clinical Trials Fund will lead to improved treatments for all Canadians.
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BC SUPPORT Unit welcomes new scientific director
Health research in British Columbia will receive continued support from a scientific director focused on patient experiences and improving health systems.
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Research Ethics Spotlight: Heather Fudge
For our inaugural Q&A, we bring you Heather Fudge, a retired clinical nurse specialist who has had a fascinating 45-year career in health care.
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Clinical Trials Fund: notice of upcoming funding opportunities
CIHR provides this pre-announcement of the Clinical Trials Fund (CTF). Continue reading “Clinical Trials Fund: notice of upcoming funding opportunities”
Indigenous Cultural Safety and Humility Workshop: A safe place to question, learn and unlearn together
Namaste Marsden and Angie Bain are advocates of sharing knowledge about cultural safety and humility. Continue reading “Indigenous Cultural Safety and Humility Workshop: A safe place to question, learn and unlearn together”
Health Canada: Period Reduced for Keeping Clinical Trial Records
Health Canada is reducing the retention period for clinical trial records for drugs and natural health products from 25 years to 15 years.
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2022 suite of funding opportunities: contributing to advancing research-based evidence into action
Announcing Michael Smith Health Research BC 2022 suite of research competitions.