Clarithromycin and statins, Aboriginal patients, hep C screening, ebola & travel restrictions & more

Highlights from the February 17th issue of CMAJ, presented by Dr. Kirsten Patrick, deputy editor, and Dr. Matthew Stanbrook, deputy editor. In this issue: adverse outcomes among patients co-prescribed clarithromycin and statins, cost-effectiveness of screening for hepatitis C, sofosbuvir to treat hepatitis C, unsanctioned travel restrictions related to Ebola, caring for Aboriginal patients, lung-protective ventilation, living with ALS, and more. Full issue table of contents: http://www.cmaj.ca/content/187/3.tocTo request a transcript of this podcast, contact [email protected]

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