Canadian family physician Médecin de famille canadien
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Breast Cancer Survivorship Tool: Facilitating breast cancer survivorship care for family physicians and patients.
To create an evidence-based national Breast Cancer Survivorship (BCS) Tool that facilitates appropriate care of breast cancer patients by primary care providers after patients have completed adjuvant therapy. ⋯ The BCS Tool will support primary care providers in ensuring breast cancer survivors receive high-quality, evidence-based care.
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Question Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is affecting millions of people worldwide. It seems that it affects mostly adults older than 40 years of age, and the death rate is highest for older individuals in the population. What should I tell parents worried about their children contracting the coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) causing COVID-19, and what symptoms should I look for to determine if there is a need to test for the virus?Answer The COVID-19 global pandemic affects all ages. ⋯ Ibuprofen or acetaminophen for fever and pain can be given. Antiviral and immunomodulatory treatment is not recommended at this time for otherwise healthy children, and corticosteroids should also not be used. Children with immunocompromised states should be isolated and avoid contact with others.