Salad kits recalled in Canada due to salmonella risk
A recall has been issued for Taylor Farms’ Sweet Kale Chopped Kit due to potential salmonella contamination, the Canadian Food Inspection…
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Shortage of cattle behind recent jump in beef prices, industry says
If you’re a fan of Canadian beef, you’ve probably noticed that juicy steak on your plate has forced you to…
Injectable asthma treatment hailed as ‘game-changer.
AstraZeneca’s Fasenra, an injectable treatment for severe asthma, is more effective during attacks than the oral steroid that has been the…
Wegovy approved in Canada to combat risk of non fatal-heart attack
Canada’s health regulator has approved Novo Nordisk’s weight loss drug Wegovy to reduce the risk of nonfatal heart attack or myocardial infarction in some…
Organic carrots sold in Canada, U.S. recalled in deadly E.coli outbreak
One person has died and at least 39 others have fallen ill from E. coli infections linked to organic carrots distributed to retail centers…
Expert panel announced for creation of national pharmacare program
The federal government has tapped a panel of five experts to craft the path toward a universal pharmacare program. Dr. Nav Persaud,…
B.C. animal clinics told to set up avian flu protocols amid human exposure risk
British Columbia’s chief veterinarian has told clinics that treat wild birds that they must establish protocols to prevent the spread…
Canada approves Moderna’s RSV vaccine, first of its kind for older adults
Moderna said on Friday that Canada’s health regulator has approved its vaccine for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) in adults 60…
Walking pneumonia spikes in parts of Canada, especially in kids: doctors
Doctors say they are seeing a spike in walking pneumonia cases in parts of Canada, particularly in kids, at a time when…
Federal dental plan patients top 1M, more complex procedures now covered
A million Canadians have received care under the federal dental-care plan six months after the program began, Health Minister Mark Holland said Thursday. Starting…