October 2016 • Volume 3 Issue 9
 
HCP & Patient Support
Omron

When to recommend regular home blood pressure monitoring

2015 Canadian Hypertension Education Program (CHEP) Guidelines state that regular home blood pressure monitoring (HBPM) should be recommended, especially for patients with hypertension and with the following conditions1:

Diabetes mellitus
Chronic kidney disease (CKD)
Suspected non-adherence
Demonstrated white coat effect
Masked hypertension

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Bladder Cancer Logo

Imagine an organization that can make your job easier

We know how busy you are. Diagnosis, treatment and counselling are your primary concerns. Now you can partner with an organization specifically-designed to provide that extra support your patients and their caregivers may need – at no cost. Learn how Bladder Cancer Canada stands behind you. Read more

 
 
Bulletin

Seasonal Influenza Vaccine Recommendations 2016–2017 Pocket Guide for Immunizers


Study tests accuracy of heart rate monitors in Apple Watch, Fitbit, Basis, and Mio


Crohn’s and Colitis Canada Advocate Against ‘Forced Switch’ Policy


Food Allergy Canada Collaborates with Ontario Human Rights Commission to Protect Rights of Persons with Risk of Anaphylaxis


Canadian Aids Society Shares Finding that People Living with HIV on Effective Treatment cannot Transmit HIV


10 Minute ER Challenge App Launched from Hopkins Group

 
HCP Calendar of Events
MOLNLYCKE HEALTH CARE CAWC

Join the Pressure Injury Prevention Movement
Clinical Innovation : Results of a 5-year Pressure Injury Prevention Project

presented by Prof. Nick Santamaria, RN, PhD
Live from the CAWC Conference in Niagara Falls:
Friday, November 4th @ 1-2pm (EST)

Wounds Across the Continuum of Care: Access, Innovations and Integration
The Canadian Association of Wound Care’s 22nd Annual Conference
Niagara Fallsview Casino Resort – Niagara Falls, Ontario
November 3-6, 2016

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Sunnybrook

CONTEMPORARY CARDIAC CARE CONFERENCE
November 19, 2016, 7 am to 4 pm
Four Seasons Hotel
60 Yorkville Avenue, Toronto
sunnybrook.ca/schulich

23rd annual Cardiology Conference by Schulich Heart Program, covers cardiovascular topics that are important to cardiologists, cardiovascular surgeons, and internists; including acute coronary syndromes, atrial fibrillation, and new methods of diagnosis and treatment in these and other cardiovascular areas. Read more


Clinical Update 2016 - Heart & Stroke Foundation

Heart&Stroke Clinical Update
December 9-10, 2016
Toronto Hilton Downtown

Don’t miss the opportunity to learn from leading international and Canadian vascular experts on practical knowledge in therapeutics, current industry guidelines and intervention strategies. Gain knowledge that can be applied immediately to your clinical practice! Read more


OTHER CONFERENCES

Canadian Digestive Health Foundation Microbiota Summit for Healthcare Professionals

November 7, 2016, Toronto, Ontario

College of Family Physicians of Canada Family Medicine Forum

November 9 - 12, 2016, Vancouver, British Columbia

Canadian Obesity Summit

April 25-29, 2017, Banff, Alberta
 
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