Copper plays key roles in hematopoiesis, iron metabolism, and maintenance of myelin sheaths. Copper-rich foods include shellfish, nuts, seeds, and leafy green vegetables.[2][1] Deficiency is more ...

Background: Differences exist between European and American guideline recommendations regarding targets for low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) levels after percutaneous coronary intervention ...

In a recent CMAJ commentary, Loutfy and Kennedy suggested that Canadian guidance should be changed to present breast- or chestfeeding as an option equal to formula feeding for parents with virally ...

A recent editorial published in CMAJ highlighted how the journal has called out the actions of past Canadian governments when they tried to stifle research and silence researchers.[1][1] We write with ...

Key points Volunteer navigators provide support for people living at home with life-limiting illness.[1][1] Their primary roles are to assist people to locate and access community-based resources to ...

In a CMAJ guest editorial, Bodger announced a reduction in the frequency of print issues.[1][1] I am grateful that some kind of print CMAJ will continue; however, given the feedback quoted from CMAJ ...

Blastomyces dermatitidis and Blastomyces gilchristii, the causative agents of blastomycosis, are dimorphic fungi endemic to certain regions of Canada, especially Ontario, Quebec, Manitoba, and ...

Hereditary angioedema is characterized by unpredictable swelling involving the face, oropharynx, extremities, or abdomen, without hives or pruritus. Laryngeal attacks carry a risk of asphyxiation, ...

Access to health care: Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on tuberculosis program performance in Alberta, Canada: a population-based evaluation ...

Thank you for your feedback1 on our decision to reduce the number of CMAJ print issues for 2025.2 It is always nice to hear from one of our loyal print readers! It is our intention to make the 2025 ...