2 h. ago Media Advisory – 2025 Virtual Reality Expo: Accelerating Innovation in Healthcare

MONTREAL, April 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Media representatives are invited to the 2025 edition of the VR Expo: Accelerating Innovation in Health Care, an immersive event that explores the potential of virtual reality (VR) in specialized pediatric care. Hosted at Shriners Hospitals for Children – Canada, the VR Expo brings together health-care professionals, researchers […]

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20 h. ago HealthPRO Canada and the CAN Health Network Join Forces to Accelerate Procurement of Made

New partnership supports Canadian innovators, strengthens healthcare, and expands market access opportunities. Oakville, ON, April 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — HealthPRO Canada, the country’s national group contracting provider for healthcare, is proud to announce a strategic partnership with the CAN Health Network (CAN Health) to accelerate the adoption and procurement of innovative, made-in-Canada healthcare solutions.     […]

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25 h. ago New recycling program in B.C. diverts thousands of kilograms of medical PPE from landfills

The program, which uses Vancouver based Vitacore's technology to recycle PPE, is the first of its kind in Canada in scope and size, say health officials.

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67 h. ago More doctors, easier licensing: Health ideas from Canada’s parties you may have missed

While health care hasn't taken centre stage in the 2025 federal election, candidates recently brought it back into focus, unveiling platforms that spotlight key health issues.

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3 d. ago Canadian Vaping Association Unveils Groundbreaking Recycling Initiative Paving the Way for a Sustainable Future

Ottawa, ON, April 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — This Earth Day, the Canadian Vaping Association (CVA) is teaming up with industry leaders to launch VapeCycle, a groundbreaking nationwide recycling program designed to address the environmental impact of e-waste in disposable vaping products while supporting Canada’s public health harm reduction initiatives.  While vaping remains the most effective […]

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4 d. ago Mark Carney’s office helps get imported Vegemite back on Toronto cafe ‘s shelves

Agency will work with Health Canada, the manufacturer and the importer to find a longer-term plan for Vegemite sales.

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6 d. ago Health Canada recalls Life Brand Melatonin, Riva Acetaminophen for dosage concerns

Canada’s federal health authority has issued a recall warning for two medications over incorrect dosing concerns. Health Canada issued a recall for Life Brand Timed Release Melatonin 10mg on Tuesday, warning in a news release the product is labelled with incorrect dosing instruction. The affected lot numbers are 4D3965YA2, 4F4495YA2, 4F44961B0, 4F44962LH, 4H49262LH and 5C47764ES. […]

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7 d. ago These wooden high chairs are recalled in Canada due to entrapment hazard

The VEVOR brand of wooden high chairs for babies and toddlers have been recalled due to an entrapment hazard and Canadians are urged to contact the company for refund.

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7 d. ago Raid ant, hornet spray recalled by Health Canada over leaky cans

The recall pertains to Raid Outdoor Ant Nest Destroyer 2 and Raid Max Wasp & Hornet Foam Bug Killer 2 due to their cans showing signs of leakage.

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8 d. ago Some acetaminophen, melatonin tablets are being recalled in Canada

Health Canada has issued alerts for one lot of Laboratoire Riva Inc.’s acetaminophen caplet and six lots of Life Brand’s Timed Release Melatonin pills.

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9 d. ago New obesity guidelines for kids address when medication is an option

TORONTO — A new guideline for treating obesity in children and adolescents says medication can be helpful, but that health providers should prioritize addressing nutrition, exercise and psychological needs. Obesity Canada’s first update to the pediatric obesity management guideline in almost 20 years was published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal this week. The organization’s […]

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1 week ago UROSPOT Opens First Lower Mainland Location, Bringing the Pelvic Floor Revolution to Vancouver

New clinic offers non-invasive treatments to help Canadians regain control of their pelvic health VANCOUVER, British Columbia — UROSPOT, Canada’s leader in pelvic health and bladder wellness, has opened its first clinic in the Lower Mainland. Located in the Hycroft Medical Building in Vancouver’s South Granville neighbourhood (3195 Granville St, Suite 115, Unit 8), the […]

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2 w. ago Tariffs could spell end of the line for some smaller Canadian food makers: experts

As tariffs on Canadian goods and retaliatory levies filter through supply chains, industry insiders say some smaller Canadian food manufacturers may not be able to weather the storm much longer. “I think you may see some companies just not making it,” said Michael Graydon, CEO of the Food, Health & Consumer Products of Canada association. […]

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2 w. ago Empowering Women, Strengthening Canada: Three Policy Priorities for Advancing Women’s Health in Canada

TORONTO, April 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —  At Women’s Health Collective Canada (WHCC), we envision a future where every woman in Canada receives the high-quality care she deserves. Rooted in our mission to be Canada’s foremost authority on women’s health research and education, our work is dedicated to curating, translating, and advocating for evidence-based knowledge […]

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2 w. ago CUPE: Canada must protect Palestinian health care workers, end genocide

OTTAWA, Ontario — The Canadian Union of Public Employees is demanding urgent action to end Israeli military attacks on Palestinian first responders and health care workers in Gaza, and to stop the ongoing genocide. CUPE represents 190,000 health care workers, including over 9,000 paramedics and first responders across Canada. CUPE National President Mark Hancock has […]

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2 w. ago Cynosure Lutronic Announces Health Canada Clearance for XERF, the Future of Non

WESTFORD, Mass. — Cynosure Lutronic, a global leader in energy-based medical aesthetic devices, is proud to announce the Health Canada clearance of XERF, an innovative radio frequency (RF) device designed to redefine skin tightening treatments. XERF is a groundbreaking, non-invasive skin revitalization treatment that tightens skin without the need for numbing, needles, or downtime, and […]

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2 w. ago DIAGNOS Provides Update on its Health Canada Medical Device Licence Application

BROSSARD, Quebec, April 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Diagnos Inc. (“DIAGNOS” or the “Corporation”) (TSX Venture: ADK, OTCQB: DGNOF, FWB: 4D4A), a pioneer in early detection of certain ophthalmic health issues using advanced technology based on Artificial Intelligence (AI), provides an update on the progress of its Medical device license application for CARA System, submitted […]

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2 w. ago American doctors want to leave U.S. How Canada could benefit from a reverse brain drain

How Canada Wins: The opportunity to lure doctors and top-tier medical research talent is enormous, medical experts say

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2 w. ago America’s doctors are fleeing Trump. Why that’s good for Canada

How Canada Wins: The opportunity to lure doctors and top-tier medical research talent is enormous, medical experts say

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3 w. ago ‘It’s a golden ticket’: U.S. doctors explain the urge to come to Canada

U.S. doctors, frustrated by the political and health-care climate, are now eyeing Canada as a promising alternative for their careers.

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