The Med Thread
From opium poppies to sleeping pills, from sucking to infusing, from insomnia, anemia, auto immune diseases and beyond - we discuss the threads that led to current trends and research in medication therapy. Listen to The Med Thread monthly, as we sew a patchwork quilt with squares of history, mythology, research, sciences and technological advances. The show is produced at CHMR studios in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador.
About us
For questions and comments about our podcast or if you have topics you would like us to talk about, contact us at medthread@mun.ca
Mike ChongDrug Information Pharmacist at the School of Pharmacy and drug history enthusiast! Answering questions about medications, treatments and all drug-related curiosities from health care professionals across the province!Drug Information Centre(709) 864-4736druginfo@mun.ca Tweet @MUNDruginfo |
Dr. Cathy BalsomClinical Pharmacist at the Medication Therapy Services Clinic and self-acclaimed trivia fact connoisseur. Provider of medication advice, smoking cessation counsellor and deprescribing advocacy through the MTS Clinic and community pharmacy!MTS Clinic(709) 864-2274mtsclinic@mun.ca Tweet @MTSClinic |
Series 2, Episode 1 - Vaping: Clearing the Smoke, Part 1
Full transcript and references
Helpful links:
Health Canada Vaping Information
NL Smokers' Helpline
Series 2, Episode 2 - Vaping: Clearing the Smoke, Part 2
Full transcript and references
Helpful links:
Canadian Tobacco, Alcohol and Drugs Survey (CTADS)
Series 2, Episode 3 - Weight Loss: Pills and Pounds
Full transcript and references
Helpful links:
Obesity Canada
Series 2, Episode 4 - Pharmacy Bites: Depression
Full transcript and references
Helpful links:
Canadian Mental Health Association
Bridge the gApp: NL's online mental health resource
CANMAT Guidelines
Series 2, Episode 5 - Pharmacy Bites: Contraception
Full transcript and references
Series 2, Episode 6 - Pharmacy Bites Finale
Full transcript and references
Series 2, Episode 7 - The Short on QT Prolongation
Full transcript and references
Helpful links:
CredibleMeds
Simplifying QT prolongation for busy clinicians
QT Prolongation Risk Scoring
Series 2, Episode 8 - Sorry, it's on backorder!
Full transcript and references
Helpful links:
DrugShortagesCanada.ca
CPhA on Drug Shortages
Series 2, Episode 9 - S is for Serotonin Syndrome
Full transcript and references
Helpful links:
Demystifying serotonin syndrome
Series 2, Episode 10 - OAMT: Science and Stories
Series 2, Episode 11 - Fall -al -al -al -al
Past episodes: The Med Thread Series 1
Medical Disclaimer: While all presented information is checked to the best of our knowledge, the podcast and transcripts are not intended as a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis and treatment. Nor are they endorsements for any specific product or therapy. Please consult appropriate healthcare professionals for any medical issues.