Canadian Small Businesses Face Tariff Crisis
A new report from the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) paints a grim picture for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across Canada, as ongoing trade tensions with the United States
Health Canada Approves Ozempic for Kidney Health
Health Canada has recently authorized Ozempic to help lower the risk of worsening kidney function in individuals with Type 2 diabetes, marking a significant advancement in managing this chronic condition.
Novo Nordisk Lawsuits Target Semaglutide Copies
Danish pharmaceutical giant Novo Nordisk has intensified its legal battle against the sale of unapproved versions of semaglutide, the key ingredient in its blockbuster weight-loss and diabetes drugs
Breakthrough Treatment Offers Hope for Progressive Multiple Sclerosis
A groundbreaking study, published in the New England Journal of Medicine and led by Dr. Jiwon Oh, a neurologist and scientist at St. Michael’s Hospital, part of Unity Health Toronto, reveals that a new drug,...
Avoid These Mistakes While Taking a Decongestant
A stuffy nose from a cold, flu, or allergies can be bothersome, but over-the-counter (OTC) decongestants like pseudoephedrine (Sudafed), phenylephrine (Sudafed PE, Neo-Synephrine), and oxymetazoline (Afrin) offer quick relief. However, improper use can lead to...
Canada’s Barriers for Global Doctors During Health Crisis
Canada faces a critical shortage of family physicians, with approximately six million Canadians lacking access to one. Despite this, internationally trained doctors—known as international medical graduates (IMGs)—are underutilized due to systemic barriers in the licensing...
Canada Needs to Prioritize Health Care
In advance of the Throne Speech, there is always intense speculation on priority issues for government. On May 12, the Canadian Medical Association’s (CMA) CEO Alex Munter and President Dr. Joss Reimer held a virtual...
Newly Named Type 5 Diabetes Unveiled
In a landmark decision, the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) officially recognized malnutrition-related diabetes as "Type 5 diabetes" during its World Diabetes Congress in Bangkok, Thailand, on April 8, 2025. This recognition marks a significant step...
Book Recommend – Dementia: Evidence-based Lifestyle Guidelines
Dementia is one of the greatest health crises of our time, impacting millions of lives worldwide. But what if you could take control of your future and reduce your risk of cognitive decline? In Dementia: Evidence-based...
Canadian Pharma Faces Uncertainty with US Tariffs
The recent announcement by President Donald Trump regarding the imposition of a 25% tariff on all imported goods, including pharmaceuticals, has raised significant concerns within the Canadian pharmaceutical manufacturing industry.