IoT-Driven Healthcare: Opportunities and Challenges

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The Internet of Things (IoT) is rapidly changing various industries, including healthcare, by enabling automation and improving service efficiency. However, the complex architecture of IoT presents challenges in developing a secure and well-integrated cyber-physical system. This study explores the latest developments in IoT-based healthcare automation, focusing on the integration of cloud computing, augmented reality, and wearable devices. It examines IoT …

Canada signs deal with Northwest Territories for Drugs for Rare Diseases

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Agreement will improve access to, and affordability of, drugs for rare diseases Yellowknife – In Canada, 1 in 12 people live with a rare disease, and for most people affected, the cost of treatment is unaffordable. Canadians deserve a health care system that provides timely access to quality health services and medications, including effective drugs for rare diseases, regardless of …

Supporting biomanufacturing capacity to advance next gen medicines

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Project will help build a 103,000-square-foot facility to scale up and increase production of finished vials of therapeutics and vaccines Edmonton – The Government of Canada continues to make significant investments in Canada’s biomanufacturing and life sciences sector to develop innovative solutions and long-term domestic biomanufacturing capacity. rançois-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, announced a contribution of $62 …

Canada signs pharmacare agreement with PEI to improve universal access

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Charlottetown – No one should have to choose between paying for prescription drugs and putting food on the table. That’s why the Government of Canada is taking action so Canadians can get the medication they need, regardless of their ability to pay. Mark Holland, Canada’s Minister of Health and Mark McLane, Minister of Health and Wellness for Prince Edward Island …

Helping communities prevent substance-use related harms among youth

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Ottawa – No community in Canada has been left untouched by the toxic illegal drug supply and overdose crisis. Efforts to prevent substance use, especially among youth, are critical and this means reaching out to young people who may be struggling with targeted support right in their communities. Ya’ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of …

Minister Hussen renews Canada’s pledge for global health, lifesaving vaccines

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Ottawa – Vaccines work. They save lives, protect the most vulnerable – especially children – and make the world safer for everyone. Unfortunately, 1 in 5 children around the world lack access to pre-existing vaccines and an estimated 1.5 million children die from vaccine-preventable illness every year. That is unacceptable and Canada is committed to doing its part to build …

Feds signs deal with BC to improve universal access to free meds

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Vancouver –  No one should have to choose between paying for prescription drugs and putting food on the table. That’s why the Government of Canada is taking action so Canadians can get the medication they need, regardless of their ability to pay. Mark Holland, Canada’s Minister of Health, and Josie Osborne, British Columbia’s (BC) Minister of Health, announced the signing …

Community-led responses to illegal toxic drug, overdose crisis

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Ottawa – No community has been left untouched by the toxic drug and overdose crisis. Its tragic impacts are felt among our families, friends, and neighbours. Municipalities and Indigenous communities are on the front lines of this public health crisis, each and every day. Yasir Naqvi, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Health and to the Minister of Mental Health …

Combatting fentanyl production, supporting law enforcement action

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Ottawa – Canada is taking significant action to stop the production and devastating impacts of illegal fentanyl and other illegal drugs on public health and public safety. Health Canada plays a critical role in supporting Canadian law and border enforcement in their activities to counter the global drug threat and is taking concrete action to keep communities safe on both …

Supporting community-led responses to illegal toxic drug, overdose crisis

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Thunder Bay – No community has been left untouched by the toxic drug and overdose crisis. Its tragic impacts are seen and felt among our families, friends, and neighbours. Municipalities and Indigenous communities are on the front lines of this public health crisis, each and every day. Ya’ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health …