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Mike Boivin

@CommPharm

Pharmacist, medical writer and CME planner

 Ontario, Canada
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Joined August 2009
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UTP Journals@utpjournalsJun 27
In this special supplement of the CPJ, discover how Canada's strained primary care system and the CARES Pathways framework are shaping evidence-based care for chronic conditions. @Ross_Tsuyuki @ShaniaLiu_ @CommPharm Read the full article: bit.ly/cpj159s1a
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UTP Journals@utpjournalsJun 10
In this special supplement of the Canadian Pharmacists Journal, discover how the CARES Pathways framework is shaping evidence-based care for chronic conditions. @Ross_Tsuyuki @ShaniaLiu_ @CommPharm Read the full article: bit.ly/cpj159s1a
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We are hiring a part-time pharmacist to work at our pain clinic. Please share with anyone who might want to appply to this exciting job. Here is the posting: jobs.smartrecruiters.com/Uni…
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Topline results for oral #semaglutide #CVOT #SOUL announced today by @novonordisk 🎯14% RRR in 3-point #MACE with oral #semaglutide cf. placebo on top of standard of care in people with #T2D & established #CVD and/or #CKD Full results due 2025
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Discover the signs of a concussion, when to suspect it, how to treat it and access a suite of concussion management resources in the latest Canadian Guideline on Concussion in Sport led by Parachute : ow.ly/OXU350TA4Vz
Cover page of the Canadian Guideline on Concussion in Sport, 2nd Edition, including the logo of Parachute, Guideline lead and leaders in Injury Prevention. Image text reads “ Second edition of Canadian Guideline on Concussion in Sport.”

ALT Cover page of the Canadian Guideline on Concussion in Sport, 2nd Edition, including the logo of Parachute, Guideline lead and leaders in Injury Prevention. Image text reads “ Second edition of Canadian Guideline on Concussion in Sport.”

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International Study on Secondary CVD Prevention - Shows that there are huge gaps in the controlling of CV risk factors in people with CAD. Did not include North American countries but I feel comfortable that it would likely be similar here. doi.org/10.1093/eurheartj/eh…
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Semaglutide significantly reduces the risk of all-cause mortality and COVID-19–related deaths. linkinghub.elsevier.com/retr…
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Among 4,052 adolescents with #obesity who initiated treatment with a GLP1RA, a 33% lower risk of suicidal ideation or attempts after at least 12 months & at up to 3 years of follow-up was observed relative to propensity matched controls @JAMAPediatrics jamanetwork.com/journals/jam…
Suicidal Ideation or Attempts in Adolescents With Obesity Treated With GLP1 Receptor Agonists

Suicidal Ideation or Attempts in Adolescents With Obesity Treated With GLP1 Receptor Agonists

This cohort study uses a propensity score–matched analysis to assess suicidal ideation or attempts following exposure to glucagon-like peptide 1 receptor agonists (GLP1R) in adolescents with obesity.

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New study to increase influenza vaccine uptake - Electronically delivered letter increased influenza vaccine uptake by 10-14% of people with chronic conditions. Simple intervention and maybe can be replicated for other crucial vaccines. jamanetwork.com/journals/jam…
Electronic Nudges to Increase Influenza Vaccination in Patients With Chronic Diseases

Electronic Nudges to Increase Influenza Vaccination in Patients With Chronic Diseases

This randomized clinical trial evaluates whether behaviorally informed electronically delivered letter-based nudges could increase influenza vaccination among adults with chronic diseases.

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Practice and development of male contraception: European Academy of Andrology and American Society of Andrology guidelines - Wang - 2024 - Andrology - Wiley Online Library onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/…
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Estimated Long-Term Benefits of Finerenone in Heart Failure jamanetwork.com/journals/jam…
Estimated Long-Term Benefits of Finerenone in Heart Failure

Estimated Long-Term Benefits of Finerenone in Heart Failure

This prespecified analysis of the Finerenone Trial to Investigate the Efficacy and Safety Superior to Placebo in Patients With Heart Failure (FINEARTS-HF) randomized clinical trial investigates the...

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Lack of antiviral use in older adults at highest risk of severe outcomes from COVID-19. Those who used it had a lower incidence of severe outcomes. dx.doi.org/10.15585/mmwr.mm7…

Differences in COVID-19 Outpatient Antiviral ...

This report describes the percentage of older adults with a COVID-19 diagnosis who received a recommended COVID-19 antiviral medication.

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The ABCs of JAKis: A Clinician's Guide to Safety and Monitoring of the Systemic JAK Inhibitors - JDDonline - Journal of Drugs in Dermatology jddonline.com/articles/abcs-…
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Can incidental physical activity offset the deleterious associations of sedentary behaviour with major adverse cardiovascular events? Yes. doi.org/10.1093/eurjpc/zwae3…
Can incidental physical activity offset the deleterious associations of sedentary behaviour with...

Can incidental physical activity offset the deleterious associations of sedentary behaviour with...

AbstractAims. Incidental physical activity as part of daily living may offer feasibility advantages over traditional exercise. We examined the joint associ

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New article on SGLT2i in CKD. Lots of recommendations for patients. doi.org/10.1136/bmj-2024-080…
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Pharmacy U@PharmacyU2 Oct 2024
Test your OTC knowledge! Join @CommPharm's session at #PharmacyU Vancouver on Saturday, November 2nd and compete against your peers for the title of OTC Master Mind. Learn more: ➡️ ow.ly/4pol50TBvHm #pharmacy
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Dr. John Cush
@RheumNow2 Oct 2024
JAMA Patient Education Page - Plantar Fasciitis Plantar Fasciitis accounts for more than 1 million US clinic visits per year. People at risk include obesity, jobs w/ prolonged standing buff.ly/4gLtYDv
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2023 EULAR recommendations for the management of fatigue in people with inflammatory rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases ard.bmj.com/content/83/10/12…
2023 EULAR recommendations for the management of fatigue in people with inflammatory rheumatic and...

2023 EULAR recommendations for the management of fatigue in people with inflammatory rheumatic and...

Objectives Fatigue is prevalent in people with inflammatory rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases (I-RMDs) and recognised as one of the most challenging symptoms to manage. The existence of multiple...

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Optimising the Diagnosis of Adult Coeliac Disease: Current Evidence and Future Directions | British Journal of Hospital Medicine magonlinelibrary.com/doi/ful…
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Pharmacy U@PharmacyU18 Sep 2024
Unsure of what to recommend, how to tailor smoking cessation therapy or answer common therapy questions? Join @CommPharm's session at #PharmacyU Vancouver on Saturday, November 2. Learn more: ➡️ ow.ly/B8co50Tqh9Y #pharmacy
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