We spoke with Dr. Tom Perry, clinical associate professor at UBC to ask him about practical ways to avoid medication overload and the assumptions about medications we need to rethink in our society. More
Overprescribing of opioids can lead to dependence and serious harm, but abrupt tapers or discontinuation can also be disruptive for patients already taking opioids. How can primary care clinicians prescribe pain medications responsibly? More
A new qualitative study offers insights into why so many people at low risk of heart disease are taking statins. More
While everyone is focused on the current pandemic, how can we take actions now to reduce the threat of antibiotic resistance? More
Clinicians may avoid deprescribing a blood pressure medication because they fear that patients' blood pressure will rise dangerously. For those clinicians, the new OPTIMISE trial results may put their mind at ease. More
How is the FDA measuring success when it comes to approval for new cancer drugs? More
A recent New York Times investigation revealed that retail pharmacies are pressuring pharmacists to fill prescriptions at an unsafe pace, leading to overprescribing and medication errors. More
Despite the prevalence of multiple medication use, a significant proportion of both older adults and caregivers were unaware that older adults should avoid certain medications. More
A recent study finds that overtreatment of older adults for Type 2 diabetes is common, harmful, and preventable. More
Health care providers still have a long way to go when it comes to reducing preventable harm, especially harm from medications. More