Canada’s Drug Agency (CDA-AMC) has introduced a comprehensive five-year plan, A Prescription for Action: A Pan-Canadian Strategy for Advancing the Appropriate Use of Prescription Medications, aimed at enhancing the safe and effective use of prescription...
Diabetes significantly impacts eye health, making diligent blood sugar management essential for preserving clear vision. People with diabetes are at a heightened risk for several eye conditions
When you receive a prescription from your doctor, you may expect a specific brand-name drug, only to find a different name on the medication bottle at the pharmacy. Your pharmacist might explain that your insurance...
Did you know that a drop in your physical activity could be an early warning sign of heart disease—up to 12 years before any symptoms appear? A groundbreaking study reveals that staying active throughout adulthood...
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 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.
In an era dominated by digital convenience and fast-paced lifestyles, the choice between traditional walk-in pharmacies and their online counterparts has never been clearer. With advancements in technology, e-commerce, and logistics, online pharmacies have emerged...
Across Canada, personal tales of healthcare frustrations abound—from endless searches for a family physician to being denied entry at overcrowded walk-in clinics, or enduring agonizing delays of months or years for life-altering surgeries.
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
As Canadian pharmacies embrace a digital transformation—offering virtual consultations, online prescription renewals, and cloud-based management systems—new opportunities for efficiency and accessibility have emerged.
