Ottawa – Several vaccines for COVID-19 are authorized and available for use in Canada. These include messenger ribonucleic acid (mRNA) vaccines (preferred) and a protein subunit vaccine. The XBB.1.5 vaccines are now the recommended products. Refer to Preparations authorized for use in Canada for more information. Novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). …
OTTAWA — The Ontario government is expanding access to diagnostic services in long-term care homes in Ottawa to help improve residents’ quality of life and reduce avoidable emergency room visits and hospital stays. The new Community Paramedicine for Long-Term Care Plus (CPLTC+) program will allow paramedics to begin delivering diagnostic services like bloodwork and ultrasounds to residents. The government is also providing funding …
Ottawa -Statement from Canada’s Chief Veterinary Officer, Dr Mary Jane Ireland, on the North American African Swine Fever (ASF) Forum: “Canada was proud to host the 4th North American African Swine Fever (ASF) Forum, which brought together international and domestic experts, industry leaders, and government representatives. This forum demonstrates our shared commitment to protecting North America’s pig herds and the …
Ottawa – As defined in the Biocides Regulations (regulations), biocides are drugs that are used to destroy or inactivate micro-organisms or reduce or control their number on a non-living and non-liquid surface. They help to prevent micro-organisms from spreading and reduce health risks. In other words, biocides are surface disinfectants and sanitizers. Biocides come in formats that can be ready to …
Ottawa -Maintaining good oral hygiene, preventing oral diseases and understanding fluoride is a must. The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) will help make the cost of dental care more affordable for eligible Canadian residents. Applications now open for: Seniors aged 65 and over Children under the age of 18 Adults with a valid Disability Tax Credit certificate If you have …
BELLEVILLE — The Ontario government is expanding access to diagnostic services in long-term care homes in Hastings County and Quinte West to help improve residents’ quality of life and reduce avoidable emergency department visits and hospital stays. The new Community Paramedicine for Long-Term Care Plus (CPLTC+) program will allow paramedics to begin delivering diagnostic services like bloodwork and ultrasounds to residents. The …
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Ottawa, Ontario – Global Affairs Canada Vaccines are a critical part of the global response to the current mpox outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and neighbouring countries. Canada is committed to health security in Africa and vaccine equity, to ensure vaccines reach those who need them most. The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, and …
TORONTO — Sylvia Jones, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health, issued the following statement regarding the first year of the new physician’s services agreement (PSA): “We have received Arbitrator Kaplan’s decision regarding the first year of a new four-year physician services agreement with the Ontario Medical Association (OMA). This agreement builds on the $17.5 billion the province currently spends to …
Ontario – Dr Kieran Moore, Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of Health, received his Flu Shot recently. He said: “Protect yourself and your family from the flu. Get your free flu shot at doctor and nurse practitioner offices, some Public Health units and participating pharmacies.“ Starting in early October, free flu shots will be available for for those most vulnerable and …
