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"The best way to avoid a diagnostic error is to avoid an unnecessary test." https://t.co/9rorZhAloJ @PamelaJohnsonMD
Thanks Gideon hepatologists need to know thr MOA of GLP-1, SGL2 and DPP-4 drugs for DM +Possible effect on NASH beyond glitazones https://t.co/NjKn7MBxoR
FLAMES LOSE FIRST ROUND.... CANUCKS FANS: pic.twitter.com/U8TLmgwlEk
Read the review article, "Machine Learning in Medicine," and watch the full video describing the core structural changes and paradigm shifts in the #healthcare system that are necessary to enable the full promise of #machinelearning in medicine. https://t.co/V74DSo5fmA…
1/ Why do we use Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) to promote iron absorption? This question will lead us down fascinating historical paths and eventually provide an explanation to the recently posted @CPSolvers case. Be sure to listen to the episode first! https://t.co/3rmkX95ycH
@Drfattyliver @AutoImmuneLiver @aelsharkawy75 @hepatoMD Breakfast also improves #cognition in #cirrhosis and #hepaticencephalopathy https://t.co/ESuE5gGTeO. So context is key here!
Whomever writes (and reads) his tweets is getting a hilarious master class in conditional probabilities. https://t.co/cGZWZM5T9X
Totally agree. But we need to make an effort to find the beat and brightest of all groups https://t.co/m98G76vSG5
In Africa, a tough little ultrasound scanner that fits in a pocket and plugs into an iPhone proves itself. https://t.co/MV0d4nim5k
A good slide by @ZaynaKhayat reminding us of the mismatch between what impacts our health and where we put our money. pic.twitter.com/ieysH8ET9Y
Delegates to #CADTHsymp asked which pharmacare model they prefer - single payer federal plan vs. fill in the gaps for underinsured - majority favour latter (58%)
This article getting a lot of attention! Headlines are sensationalized. I’d say what’s defined as ‘indirect’ patient care is often the most important care we provide - coordination, communication, planning. https://t.co/12TuARSkor pic.twitter.com/Hsk2CTGKJb
The NASH race: A fleeting frontrunner, a stumbling giant, the heir apparent(ly) and others in biotech look to the finish line https://t.co/lJyqROE2WV You need a cheat sheet to pick apart all those NASH drugmakers, so I created one. $ICPT $GILD $MDGL $VKTX $GNFT
A roadside birth highlights the growing challenge of maternity care in rural Canada, by @picardonhealth https://t.co/k2ab12b4Il via @GlobeDebate #Indigenous #cdnhealth #pregnancy #childbirth
Not water tankers, fire tankers! Everyone know you fight fire WITH FIRE. https://t.co/GRP3fpgr19
Is presumed consent the right way to tackle the shortage of organ donors? Q+A w/ @picardonhealth by @TheGameSheet https://t.co/MjxkQ8Dlfy via @thebigstoryfpn @clairelbrassard #bioethics #transplant #beadonor
This really does explain a lot of Sir Gregor’s anger. #GameofThrones https://t.co/8i8WtzVADG
Was st the game. Lowry’s +/- very misleading. He was messing with the flow, several near TO’s, slow on D. Held back the rest of the starters. Needs a much better G2. #Raptors
#LetsGoRaptors Energy rising pic.twitter.com/YRkcwL1hq0
The man died after 90 days in the hospital, but the fungal infection he had did not. Tests showed it was everywhere in his room, so invasive that the hospital had to rip out some of the ceiling and floor to eradicate it. https://t.co/GEtKdjGkFc
Time for action on sustainability of PA's in Ontario https://t.co/KDIWJ8lY1F https://t.co/KDIWJ8lY1F
On April 12, 1980, Terry Fox dipped his foot into the Atlantic Ocean to mark the beginning of the #MarathonOfHope. 39 years later, Terry's foundation has raised more than $750-million for #cancer research. @TerryFoxCanada @tfri_research @marathonofhope https://t.co/h1Yvyj747I
And don't forget alcohol as a possible secondary cause of lean NAFLD. Important to consider these causes of your patient doesn't fit the NAFLD phenotype. #ILC2019 pic.twitter.com/Lrl9OxkOgY
A potent drug with an actual effect should work for all severity groups. Or high or low. Not middle. Gonna have to see the full paper published here. https://t.co/DH8jsxRSMM
The @nresearchnews @npj Digital Medicine study on #AI predicting no shows by @amypknelson @profgeraintrees and colleagues @uclh https://t.co/xGHOzNxO5y attracting attention @guardian @MattHancock and #NHSLongTermPlan for improving efficiency, lowering cost, by @hannahdev…
@IanARowe @novonordisk @GileadSciences @Drfattyliver @AutoImmuneLiver @jturnesv @hepatoMD Clearly this is the future. @InterceptPharma OCA may need to combine with an anti-priorities drug given the high rate of discontinuation in the REGENERATE study. @AutoImmuneLiver #ILC2019…
nicely shows that those highly selected for OLT with BMI>40 have similar transplant outcomes. However their risk of dying on the waiting list is higher. Need targeted prehab (to optimise) and rehab (to prevent met Syn post OLtx) programs #ILC2019. Hopefully more at ILC2020…
Such and outrageously good article on administrative burden and the negative impact on providers and patientsBuilding Trust Between the Government and Clinicians: Person to Person and Organization to Organization. | Health Care Reform Network https://t.co/BSyJ26LZhr
1/ Why is the chancre of primary syphilis painless? Why don't we see syphilitic pneumonia? Was mercury effective against syphilis? These and other questions will be covered in this thread, a follow-up to a talk given at #IM2019, alongside @AdamRodmanMD pic.twitter.com/kuA0Kmqtjv
My new comment: "We need more organ donors, but presumed consent is not a magical fix" / @globeandmail https://t.co/d7k1ESVk4R cc @[email protected] @picardonhealth @NightShiftMD @StanKutcher @CBCHealth @alberta @UAlbertaLaw #OrganDonation Still, I favour Nova Scotia…
Free Hep C testing is back and this Wednesday, March 27 we will be at Toronto General Hospital from 10AM - 3PM. Join us and help #EliminateHepatitis! pic.twitter.com/8VjJg8sWdq
Did you know many Canadians are affected with Hepatitis C & don't even know they have it? Know your status. Join us this WEDNESDAY, MARCH 13 at Toronto Western Hospital @ the Helliwell Atrium by Shoppers Drug Mart 10am-3pm for testing. ...Did we also mention that it's…
We happy to have @VIRCAN_ca here with us at the @FairchildRadioT Radiothon — come by the Atrium at Toronto Western Hospital until 3:30 p.m. to get your hepatitis test. pic.twitter.com/SpfqKPAMD8
Have you heard? We're doing free Hepatitis C screening TOMORROW at Toronto General Hospital at the Eaton Lobby from 10am - 3pm! Come join us and help us #EliminateHepatitis. #Knowyourstatus pic.twitter.com/xM30UzECiZ
Like Hepatitis C, Hepatitis B can lead to liver cancer #FridayFacts pic.twitter.com/SWp7Ynh8tT
Happy #HumpDay. Today's #WednesdayWisdom, talks about Hepatitis A in developing countries. pic.twitter.com/7Z7EEnRxAd
#TuesdayTips: Even though there is currently no Hepatitis B cure, there is a vaccine! Have you taken your Hepatitis B vaccination? Talk to your doctor today! pic.twitter.com/kQzRJunN5h
Taking a look at Hepatitis A for today's #WednesdayWisdom pic.twitter.com/VAcDys2bUn
Today's #TuesdayTips is how to prevent Hepatitis E! pic.twitter.com/MdS1hc83jY
Did you know there are different types of Hepatitis? This week, we will be talking about HEV. Otherwise known as Hepatitis E! Happy #MondayMetrics pic.twitter.com/KEIKona4jb
Happy 1st day of February! This week, we've been talking about Hepatitis B and D. Here is today's #FridayFacts pic.twitter.com/onKrW4wms2
BELL LET’S TALK DAY 2019 OFFICIAL VIDEO: Today, every view of this video makes a difference. All you need to do is watch it and Bell will donate 5¢ to mental health initiatives. Share to help spread the word! #BellLetsTalk pic.twitter.com/zVdFiEafYl
Get vaccinated to protect yourself from Hepatitis B! #TuesdayTips pic.twitter.com/fp5PWI1ijc
Happy cold Monday! Here is today's #MondayMetrics. Did you know that 5% of people who have HBV (Hepatitis B) also have Hepatitis D (HDV)? That's a total of 15 – 20 million persons infected with HDV WORLDWIDE. #Hepatitis pic.twitter.com/gEeUicK8sK
Viral #hepatitis B and C are major health challenges, affecting 325 million people globally. Viral #HepB and #HepC are root causes of liver cancer or cirrhosis, but may not show symptoms for a long period. Here is how you can help prevent viral hepatitis. #TestTreatHepatitis…
#Albertans warned of #hepatitisA exposure at hotel, school in Nanton https://t.co/o3KmzagS12
#Viralhepatitis accounts for 1.34 m deaths per year and two thirds of all #livercancer deaths are caused by hepatitis B and C. Find out more on our website. https://t.co/2CkXBYXMNn #NOhep pic.twitter.com/9xE3lAAPVC
Eliminating #viralhepatitis by 2030 will support progress towards the #SDGs. Join our global movement for the #elimination of this global killer. https://t.co/4lF4Xnksmq. #SustainableDevelopmentGoals #Goals #2030Goals #Goal3 pic.twitter.com/sSOsgu3JXo
DID YOU KNOW: VIRCAN is offering a 1 day ROADSHOW in clinics around Toronto?! We are offering a FREE Fibroscan clinic, point of care testing, on site Hepatologist consultations and MUCH MORE! DM us for more information! #EndHepCRoadshow #Hepatitis
Happy Wednesday, everyone! Here is today's #WednesdayWisdom on the Hepatitis B vaccine. #HepatitisB pic.twitter.com/CHSVV9h4AQ
Today's #TuesdayTips features Hepatitis D. Although not as common as Hepatitis A,B and C, it's important to take preventative measures! pic.twitter.com/FR5jZAXcRu
#FridayFacts: In most cases, people who are infected with Hepatitis C may not even experience any symptoms for days, months and EVEN years! That is why getting tested is important because detecting the virus early can help reduce damage to your liver! pic.twitter.com/D2WrNoaOPe
Viral hepatitis accounts for 1.34 million deaths per year Every single one of these deaths is preventable, as we have effective treatment for #hepB and a cure for #hepC Learn more about #hepatitis here: https://t.co/2CkXBYXMNn pic.twitter.com/fSmn6y8ifG
#WednesdayWisdom: People who have chronic Hepatitis B are also at risk of having diseases such as cirrhosis, liver cancer and even death. pic.twitter.com/9N7Hur5f1n
You can get free and confidential testing @BloomClinicPeel https://t.co/M8Has7aUsT
#TuesdayTips: Did you know that there is no Hepatitis C vaccine? BUT there are multiple ways to PREVENT Hepatitis C! - Always wear a condom - Do not share personal hygiene equipment, etc. Even though there is no Hep C vaccine, there are vaccines available for Hep A and B!…
Happy Monday, everyone! Back to the work week! Did you know that there are hundreds of thousands of Canadians living with Hepatitis C and don't even know it?! Get tested today and know your status. #MondayMetrics pic.twitter.com/stqivgUx9h
#FridayFacts and #Funfacts! Did you know people can live with the Hepatitis C virus and not even know they have it?! That's why early screening is important because early treatment can prevent serious liver damage! pic.twitter.com/kgF8DL5x2R
Today, for #WednesdayWisdom let's go back to the basics and learn the definition of "hepatitis" pic.twitter.com/cZw4Bz3oi4
Just another #TuesdayTip! Know your Hepatitis status! pic.twitter.com/RG1eqZvZAO
Happy New Year! Our VIRCAN team would like to wish you all a healthy, happy and prosperous New Year! #Hello2019
Did you know that there is a cure for hepatitis C?! It is one of the few chronic diseases that have a cure! #MondayMetrics pic.twitter.com/Gy6FNokUlP
Hepatitis A can be transmitted in various ways. Hence, it is always important to practice basic hygiene practices such as washing hands when preparing and eating food! #HepatitisA #HepAprevention pic.twitter.com/DzWM5vDmxM
Happy Holidays, everyone! We hope that you all have a safe and wonderful holiday season filled with lots of love and laughter!
Happy Holidays! We wish you all a safe, happy and wonderful holiday season! pic.twitter.com/VkNbo23I46
Happy Monday, everyone! Here is today's #MondayMetrics. pic.twitter.com/NvkNK57eTa
Cirrhosis, which causes severe scarring of the liver, has been found to be a 'silent epidemic' #liver #cdnhealth https://t.co/1b2ZvQWuTi
Practicing good hand hygiene can help prevent Hepatitis A. #TuesdayTips pic.twitter.com/KgiQoxydzy
Happy #MondayMetrics, everyone! pic.twitter.com/lc8kba3G1l
Did you know it’s possible that donor lungs infected with hepatitis C can be safely transplanted into a patient who needs them? Ex Vivo technology and donor support makes this possible! #CanDo #transplant Learn more: https://t.co/iZ2P9q8u5L pic.twitter.com/MjsF5ivoor
The majority of Hepatitis A cases in London, Ont were from vulnerable populations as opposed to travel related Hep A. Find out more here: #HepatitisA #LondonOnt https://t.co/zB4VR6ysFg
#ThrowbackThursday with one of our VIRCAN testers, David! Last week VIRCAN & @hepatoMD were at Crosstown FHT providing point of care testing, Fibroscans & education to docs & patients! If you are part of a group of docs that are interested in our team coming, send…
Trying to escape the upcoming cold winter ahead of us? Traveling to a hot destination? #TuesdayTips pic.twitter.com/gs3zuwmPnc
Since approval of the #hepatitisB vaccine 3 decades ago, dramatic progress has been made in understanding the natural history of chronic #HBV infection as well as advances in antiviral treatment & accessibility of clinical care for #hepatitis—new Seminar…
It's the end of the week and last day of November! Here is today's #FridayFacts pic.twitter.com/7kG6V6E16d
Hepatitis C -- otherwise known as the silent killer. Why? Take a look at today's #WednesdayWisdom. pic.twitter.com/Kbsh9py5Jo
We are excited to start the End-HepC ROADSHOW! We will be providing education to health care professionals & patients in family health teams across Toronto & Ontario with @hepatoMD Today we will be at Crosstown Family Health team! Stay tuned to see where our next…
Unfortunately, there is no vaccine for Hepatitis C just yet. However, there is a cure AND ways to prevent Hepatitis C! #TuesdayTips pic.twitter.com/TOeJVSQHMf
It's World Hepatitis Day! If you were born from 1945 to 1975 - you should be tested for Hep C. We can only cure those we diagnose.
Viral hepatitis can & must be eliminated. #ShowYourFace on #WorldHepatitisDay to stop 1.34mil deaths per year #NOhep https://t.co/Z0xT6SilwM pic.twitter.com/4Wg8WHJJQC
Moving on from HCV to Zika and MERS coronavirus - @JMPawlotsky continues to drive the antiviral agenda pic.twitter.com/eiG5RK3qib
Research never ends...we're not done even in HCV yet - @JMPawlotsky at IAS-coinfection meeting
If only we could all get the drugs this cheaply...but not the only challenge to HCV elimination. Andrew Hill at IAS-coinfection meeting pic.twitter.com/Q3p9mj3uFk
Drug prices still a challenge to HCV elimination but coming down...Andrew Hill at IAS-Coinfection meeting pic.twitter.com/naNiqQrDf6
Lancet: disproving the Cochrane skepticism on the clinical benefits of an SVR with DAA in hepatitis C https://t.co/tupywEkGl7
WHO to present landmark HIV drug resistance report unveiling new action plan, guidelines at 17:00; launch new #HIVselftest report at 17:00; pic.twitter.com/EOekhc7KTF
Margaret Hellard reminding us that people who inject drugs are not hard to reach, just easy to ignore HIV-Hepatitis Coinfection meeting pic.twitter.com/iyC0Cf3Z6y
VIRCAN is a structured academic-community partnership that will address issues throughout the care of viral hepatitis, from diagnosis to treatment to cure.
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Viral Hepatitis Care Network (VIRCAN) is an initiative of the Toronto Centre for Liver Disease part of the University Health Network that provides liver related healthcare services you need, at the convenience you want and the standards you deserve, right to your doorstep. VIRCAN Clinics are conveniently located in 4 locations around the GTA.
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187 St. Clair Ave. W, Suite 1
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328 Highway 7 E., Suite 301
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3030 Lawrence Ave E., Suite 510
Toronto, ON M1P 2T7
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