More Men Turn to Cosmetic Procedures After Weight Loss
As more U.S. men lose significant weight using GLP-1 medications, cosmetic clinics are seeing increased demand for procedures addressing loose skin, facial volume loss and other changes. Surgeons report a noticeable rise in male patients seeking facelifts, liposuction, tummy tucks and other treatments to complete their physical transformations.
FDA Clears Updated Juul Device With Age-Verification Option
The FDA has authorized Juul Labs to sell an updated vaping device with an optional age-verification feature. The Juul2 is designed to help prevent underage use and will initially offer tobacco and menthol cartridges. Regulators emphasize that authorization is not an endorsement and that non-smokers should not use e-cigarettes.
Seeing More Bats Around B.C.?
Veterinarians in British Columbia's Sea to Sky region are reporting an increase in encounters between bats and pets, following a case where a bat tested positive for rabies. Rabies remains uncommon in B.C., but experts are reminding pet owners about the importance of routine rabies vaccinations and avoiding direct contact with bats. Have you noticed more bats around your community this year? Read more about the recent warning and what pet owners should know.
Have You Heard of Anaplasmosis?
Lyme disease isn't the only tick-borne illness Canadians should be aware of. Anaplasmosis is becoming more common in Quebec and can cause flu-like symptoms that may become more serious if diagnosis and treatment are delayed. Experts are encouraging people to make tick checks part of their routine after spending time outdoors. Have you ever found a tick on yourself or your pet?
Does How You Write to Your Doctor Matter?
Did you know the way you write a message through your patient portal may affect how likely you are to get a response from your doctor? A recent study found that greetings, message length, punctuation, and tone were linked to differences in response rates. But should patients really have to change how they communicate to be heard? The study raises important questions about accessibility and bias in digital healthcare.
Grifols Pauses Canadian Plasma Collection
Grifols has stopped plasma collection in Canada following investigations into two deaths involving donors at Winnipeg clinics. Health Canada identified compliance concerns at the Taylor Avenue location and issued a non-compliance notice. Officials say the pause will not affect Canada’s blood supply, while Grifols disputes links between donations and deaths.