The devastating overdose crisis remains the biggest and most important health story in B.C., but this has been a year that saw several major problems and controversies, as well as signs of progress, in the fields of health and medicine.
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Naturopath who treated child with rabid dog saliva solution gives up licence
Anke Zimmermann, the Victoria naturopath who first drew public attention for treating a child with a homeopathic solution made from rabid dog saliva, has surrendered her licence. READ MORE: Oxygen Concentrators and Pulse Oximeters: What To Know About At-Home Oxygen Therapy
License, Registration, and Saliva, Please: Critics Cry Foul Over ‘DUID’ Swab Test
As jurisdictions across the continent prepare to legalize the consumption of marijuana, assuming they haven’t already, the methods of testing for drug-impaired driving haven’t advanced quite as rapidly as legislation. While breathalyzers are a mainstay of the law enforcement toolkit, getting an accurate reading of just how impaired a drug-using driver really is isn’t an […]
Retailer stops selling unlicensed remedy made from rabid dog saliva after federal investigation
The online retailer of an unlicensed homeopathic remedy made from rabid dog saliva has agreed to stop selling the product in Canada, according to the federal government.
B.C. health official voices ‘grave concerns’ after child given homeopathic remedy using rabid-dog saliva
A B.C. naturopath’s claim that she treated a small child’s behaviour problems with a homeopathic remedy derived from rabid dog saliva has prompted a letter to the federal government from the province’s senior public health official.
Toenails, saliva and urine could answer questions about Giant Mine’s toxic legacy
About 200 people in Yellowknife, Dettah and Ndilo have given toenail clippings, urine and saliva samples to researchers for a new study, which will measure how much arsenic is in their body. CBC | Health News
Human saliva could contain HEALING qualities: Chemical helps recovery process
KISSING it better really does work… thanks to a protein in human saliva, according to new research. Daily Express :: Health Feed
Fast Food Worker Accused Of Serving Burger Tainted With Menstrual Blood And Saliva
A Columbus, Mississippi, fast-food worker is accused of serving a cheeseburger tainted with menstrual blood and saliva. According to reports, the incident occurred on January 7 at the Jack’s Family Restaurant on Highway 45. Authorities confirmed 18-year-old Sky Juliett Samuel was arrested and criminally charged. Unfortunately, the customer was not aware that the food was […]
