3 h. ago Health Canada recalls glucose monitors that may give ‘incorrect’ readings

Health Canada is asking diabetes patients to check if their glucose monitor is subject to an international recall that has serious health risks.

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4 h. ago Health Canada recalls glucose monitors that may give patients incorrect readings

Health Canada is asking diabetes patients to check if their glucose monitor is subject to an international recall that has serious health risks. The federal agency is recalling some FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus sensors that may provide incorrect glucose readings. The recall warns incorrect readings may lead people to falsely believe their glucose levels are […]

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8 h. ago Thousands of wireless earbuds sold in Canada affected by urgent recall

Shoppers in Canada who own wireless earbuds may want to check if theirs is part of a massive recall.On Thursday, Health Canada issued an urgent recall for True Wireless Earbuds due to burn and fire hazards."The USB charging cords were manufactured with the wrong wiring material, and they may overheat when plugged in for charging, posing a burn and fire hazard,"  reads the notice.The agency says that as of Nov. 27, 2025, the company received three reports of incidents in Canada and no reports of injuries.True Wireless Earbuds reported that 16,278 units of the affected products were sold in Canada. The recall only applies to products purchased between July 17, 2025 and Oct. 14, 2025.The UPC for affected products, which were imported and sold at Giant Tiger stores across Canada, is 774223568363, and the SKU is 1545426, which can be found on the packaging."Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and return it to a Giant Tiger store for a ref...

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9 h. ago Zoetis Receives Health Canada Approval for Portela™(relfovetmab injection) to Alleviate Pain Associated with Osteoarthritis in Cats

PARSIPPANY, N.J. — Zoetis Inc. today announced that Health Canada has approved Portela™ (relfovetmab injection) for the alleviation of pain associated with osteoarthritis (OA) in cats. Designed to provide three months of OA pain relief with a single injection, Portela targets anti-nerve growth factor (NGF), which is a key mediator of OA pain and inflammation. […]

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3 d. ago Alberta health minister hopes plan to expand private care will be ‘replicated across Canada’

Adriana LaGrange pointed out that Canada consistently lags peer countries in wait times, despite being near the top of the table in health spending

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4 d. ago Ciba Health Partners With Quikcard to Bring Personalized, Prevention

The collaboration introduces Ciba Health’s root-cause approach to chronic disease prevention and metabolic health across Canada NEW YORK — Ciba Health, a leading digital health company specializing in personalized, outcomes-driven care for polychronic conditions, today announced its partnership with Quikcard—one of Alberta’s most respected health benefits administrators, trusted by 37,200+ Canadian businesses and cardholders—as it […]

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6 d. ago Amazon Canada Black Friday: Save up to 50% on health and wellness must

These Black Friday deals can help you reach all kinds of targets, from better sleep and hydration to goal-setting, tracking and meditation.

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6 d. ago Amazon Canada Black Friday: Save up to 50% on health & wellness must

These Black Friday deals can help you reach all kinds of targets, from better sleep and hydration to goal-setting, tracking and meditation.

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7 d. ago ‘Frustrating’: Veterinarians urge regulatory changes as medicine shortages mount

Canadian veterinarians are sounding the alarm about their loss of access to about 40 per cent of medications they once were able to use and they are blaming Health Canada.

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7 d. ago Celltrion receives Health Canada approval for Eydenzelt®, a biosimilar referencing Eylea® (aflibercept 2mg)

Eydenzelt® a biosimilar referencing Eylea®, receives a Notice of Compliance from Health Canada (aflibercept 2mg) The approval is based on the totality of evidence, including analytical, nonclinical, and clinical data from global Phase III studies demonstrating Eydenzelt is similar in efficacy and safety for all approved indications Celltrion expands its biosimilars portfolio into ophthalmology reinforcing […]

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9 d. ago Calgary is one of the country’s hot spots for influenza: Health Canada

The city of Calgary and surrounding area have become one of several hot spots for flu outbreaks across the country in recent weeks according to Health Canada.

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1 week ago Health Canada recalls ibuprofen and here's how to identify affected batch

Canadians who take ibuprofen may want to check if the brand that they buy has been affected by Health Canada's latest recall.On Monday, the agency issued a recall of certain lots of Apotex Inc. Extra Strength Ibuprofen Liquid Gel Capsules.The alert says the recall is due to a "presence of cloudy capsules in affected lots due to crystallization of ibuprofen into the gelatin shell."The affected capsules contain 400mg of ibuprofen. The lot numbers include: 1570621, 1570621, and 1570623.If you think you've taken the affected medication, Health Canada advises you to "consult your health care professional if you have any health concerns."The recall is classified as a Type II, which means the use of, or exposure to, a product could cause "temporary adverse health consequences" or "where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote."Health Canada advises Canadians to first verify if they have the affected ibu...

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1 week ago Canadian pistachio recall impacts 86 products in just 2 weeks

More than 100 pistachio-containing products have been recalled in November alone as a salmonella outbreak continues to be investigated.

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1 week ago Drinkable yogurt brand recalled in Canada and here's how to get your money back

Health authorities in Canada have issued a nationwide recall of a popular yogurt drink due to a potential safety concern.If you buy yogurt products, make sure to check your fridge, as on Nov. 22, Yoplait Canada announced the recall of the Yop Drinkable Yogurt due to extraneous material.According to a statement issued by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), the affected products "are being recalled from the marketplace due to possible presence of pieces of plastic."In a statement issued on its website, Yoplait Canada said that the recall is a precaution due to a possible packaging defect that may result in plastic pieces in the drink. The company said no other products sold in Canada are affected by the recall.So far, there have been no reported injuries associated with consuming the recalled product. However, Canadians are being urged to check if they have any of the affected products. If so, don't consume, serve, sell, or distribute it."Should you hav...

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2 w. ago Health Canada issues 'injury hazard' warning about laser pointer sold on Amazon

A Canada-wide recall has been issued for thousands of laser pointers sold online over concerns that they could cause serious injury.On Wednesday, Nov. 19, Health Canada issued a recall for the Gniby Rechargeable Green Powerful Tactical Flashlight with Adjustable Focus, Green Laser Pointer due to an "injury hazard."After testing, Health Canada announced that it had determined that the product is classified as a Class 3B handheld portable laser, which could pose a danger to human health or safety."Use of Class 3B handheld portable lasers presents an increased risk to consumers of permanent eye injury. Injuries result from the laser beam being directed in the eyes, even from short unintentional exposure," reads the statement.The affected product is a lithium-ion battery-powered handheld laser with a black housing sold on Amazon.ca under ASIN #B0CJ8RSS56.As of Nov. 19, no injuries or incidents related to the product have been reported; however, Canadians ar...

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2 w. ago Sports gambling ads in Canada must be reined in, senators urge in letter

A letter signed by more than 40 senators urges Prime Minister Mark Carney to work towards banning sports betting ads in Canada, which highlights the health and safety risks.

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2 w. ago Opinion: Ideology over expertise is putting Canada's health care at risk

Canada’s universal health-care system is founded on equity and fairness. The Canada Health Act guarantees access to medically necessary services under a single-payer model — care based on need, not wealth, geography, or race. While provinces administer that care, they do so with federal funding and under principles designed to safeguard the integrity of universal […]

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2 w. ago Maple Report: Only 15 percent of Canadian family caregivers say the health

A national survey of more than 1,500 caregivers reveals families across Canada are forced to fill the gaps in a health-care system struggling to meet their needs, often at the expense of their own health and well-being. TORONTO, Nov. 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — A new report from Maple, Canada’s leading virtual care platform, reveals […]

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2 w. ago Barbara Kay: Islamism — the threat to Canada you won’t hear uttered by the Liberals

The dangers posed to Canada’s cultural health and national security by Islamism have been known for decades

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2 w. ago Canada issues urgent travel advisory for China due to potentially deadly virus

Canada has just issued a serious travel advisory for anyone travelling to China, warning of potential health risks.On Tuesday, Nov. 18, the Government of Canada published a travel advisory update, urging travellers heading to China to exercise caution due to the risk of contracting chikungunya. According to the statement, the chance of contracting the virus varies by season, year, region, and elevation."The virus that causes chikungunya is spread through the bite of an infected mosquito," states the update. "It can cause fever and pain in the joints. In some cases, the joint pain can be severe and last for months or years."According to the Public Health Agency of Canada, symptoms can include rash, fatigue, vomiting, and headache. Symptoms can appear within three to seven days but could take as long as 12 days to show up. Infants, older adults, and people with long-term medical conditions like hypertension and diabetes are at risk of developing complicat...

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