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Multiple Sclerosis

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,...

Decongestant

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...

Doctors

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

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...

diabetes

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...

Tariffs

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.

heartburns

Heartburn and What To Do About It?


Have you ever had that pain and burning sensation in your chest as you’re just getting ready to sleep after a hard day’s work? Well, I have. And in case you haven’t - lucky for...