Tara Gomes, St. Michael's Hospital (IMAGE)

St. Michael's Hospital

Tara Gomes, St. Michael's Hospital

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"We found that high-dose prescribing was widespread across the country, but the prevalence differed considerably between provinces," said lead author Tara Gomes, a scientist at the Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute of St. Michael's Hospital. "These findings suggest that although a national strategy is likely necessary, different provinces may need slightly different approaches."

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