Product: Ham in Jelly (Jelly Pork) Issue: Food – Microbial contamination – Listeria What to do: Do not consume, use, sell, serve or distribute recalled products Affected products The recalled products may have been sold by various retailers, either clerk-served, sliced, chunked or in smaller packages, with or without a label that may not bear the same brand, product name or best …
Ottawa – Mark Holland, Minister of Health, announced a new appointment to the Patented Medicine Prices Review Board (PMPRB). Following a merit-based selection process, Sharon Blady is appointed to the Board for a five-year term. The Government of Canada is committed to appointing highly-qualified candidates to best serve the interests of Canadians and is committed to open, transparent, and merit-based processes …
Toronto – Those 60 years of age or older and not eligible for the publicly-funded RSV vaccine can speak to their healthcare provider about receiving it at a cost. Currently, pharmacies will not be administering the publicly-funded RSV vaccine. The Ministry of Health introduced a new RSV prevention program for infants and high-risk children through the following options: Pregnant Ontarians …
Ontario – With cooler weather coming in, Toronto Public Health (TPH) encourages eligible residents to get immunized against respiratory infections that include COVID-19, influenza (flu) and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV). Initial doses of the updated COVID-19 (KP.2) vaccine are now available for eligible individuals who are at an increased risk of SARS-CoV-2 infection or severe illness due to COVID-19. Eligible …
Ottawa – Ya`ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, said: “Our national Pharmacare plan has now become law. This means we’re one step closer to making sure Canadians have access to the life-saving diabetes medications and contraceptives they need for free.“ Bill C-64, the Pharmacare Act, received Royal Assent recently, making prescription contraceptives accessible …
OHSWEKEN — The Ontario government is investing up to $1.25 million to support the construction of Six Nations of the Grand River’s new five-bed hospice which will help Indigenous people and their loved ones connect to comfortable, culturally appropriate and dignified end-of-life care, close to home. “Our government is ensuring people and their families have access to the care they need …
TORONTO – Ontario parents who have experienced a stillbirth now can receive a commemorative document in remembrance of their child. The Ontario government is also removing the associated cost and simplifying the process of obtaining a certified copy of stillbirth registration. “A stillbirth is a heartbreaking experience for any family. Our government understands the importance of honouring the memory of …
Ottawa, ON | Health Canada No community has been left untouched by the toxic drug and overdose crisis. Its tragic impacts are felt among friends, families and neighbours. Too many Canadians have lost their lives to this public health crisis. Canada’s approach is focused on providing access to a full continuum of health care services and leveraging every tool at …
Ottawa – The G7 global health partnership drives progress on critical health issues through collaboration. Through these engagements and a steadfast commitment to equitable health outcomes for all, health leaders are paving the way for solutions that address current challenges and future health threats. Mark Holland, Minister of Health, met with G7 health leaders and international health partners to discuss …
Ottawa – Everyone in Canada deserves access to the medications they need, regardless of where they live or their ability to pay. Canadians should not have to choose between purchasing the medications that keep them healthy and putting food on the table. The Pharmacare Act received Royal Assent and immediately came into force. The Minister of Health will continue working with …
