First Phase III results in breast cancer for AstraZeneca and Daiichi Sankyo’s datopotamab deruxtecan Plans for global regulatory submissions underway Positive high-level results from the TROPION-Breast01 Phase III trial showed datopotamab deruxtecan (Dato-DXd) demonstrated a statistically significant and clinically meaningful improvement for the primary endpoint of progression-free survival (PFS) compared to investigator’s choice of chemotherapy in patients with inoperable or …
Ottawa – According to data from Public Health Ontario, case numbers have been climbing since hitting a low point in early July. For the first full week of September, Ontario saw roughly 12 cases per 100,000 people. That’s up from the roughly three cases per 100,000 people at the low point in July, but still a far cry from the …
Ottawa – Dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease, is having a substantial and growing impact in Canada and around the world. According to the latest national data, almost 474,000 people aged 65 and older have been diagnosed with dementia in Canada. Of those living with dementia, two-thirds are women. The number of Canadians living with dementia more than doubled in the last …
Current recommendations An updated Covid-19 vaccine has been approved by Health Canada and will be available for use. Covid-19 vaccination reduces the risk of severe illness, death and post Covid-19 condition (long Covid). Starting in fall 2023, it’s recommended that you get an updated Covid-19 vaccine dose if it’s been at least 6 months: since your last Covid-19 vaccine dose …
Kerala – Nipah virus can kill as many as three out of four people it infects. Since the fruit bat that carries the virus often comes into contact with humans, here we explain why the development of drugs and vaccines for the disease is becoming increasingly more urgent. Nipah virus can kill as many as three in four people it …
Ottawa – Avian influenza continues to be a significant threat to poultry production in Canada. The Government of Canada is committed to reinforcing the sector’s capacity to respond to disease outbreaks in the future. Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced an investment of $1.81 million over three years to support the British Columbia (BC) Poultry Association’s preparation for …
Washington (CNN) – Vaccine advisers of the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, independent in nature, have voted 13-1 to recommend updated Covid-19 vaccines for all Americans aged 6 months and older. The recommendations, made by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) and await approval from the CDC director, Dr Mandy Cohen, according to CNN. The Advisory Committee …
Alberta: The closure of daycare facilities following an E. coli outbreak has severely impacted the lives of hundreds of families in Calgary. Closure orders were put in place for 11 childcare facilities immediately following lab-confirmation. While these closures were necessary to prevent the spread of E. coli and allow health officials to conduct a thorough investigation, Alberta’s government recognizes the …
TORONTO — Ontario is reminding everyone to stay safe this respiratory illness season and prevent unnecessary visits to the hospital by staying up to date on vaccinations. Ontarians are encouraged to get their flu and COVID-19 shots as soon as they are available to them. “Our government is making sure Ontarians can connect to tools they need to keep themselves …
Ottawa – Medical assistance in dying (MAiD) is a complex and deeply personal issue for many Canadians. The Government of Canada is committed to supporting individuals who meet the eligibility criteria to have their MAiD request considered in a fair, safe and consistent manner, while supporting efforts to protect those who may be vulnerable, including persons who suffer from a …
