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www.cbc.ca
4 weeks ago
Medicine

Ontario midwives can now administer routine vaccines, prescribe more drugs | CBC News

Ontario midwives can now prescribe more drugs and administer routine vaccinations, providing greater healthcare convenience and minimizing referrals to other professionals. [ more ]
www.bostonherald.com
6 months ago
Medicine

The doctor of nursing practice' will see you now

Physicians groups are pushing for restrictions on nurse practitioners and physician assistants, while nursing groups are advocating for expanded autonomy.
The debate highlights the shortage of doctors and the increasing number of nurse practitioners with doctorates.
Florida considered a bill that would have prohibited nurse practitioners from using the Dr. title, but it was vetoed by the governor. [ more ]
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