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- 8/23/2011
Radiation therapy device gets federal funding
The federal government is supporting the development of a new cancer radiation therapy device that could lead to more precise and life-saving treatment methods. - 8/23/2011
CSA facility first to be accredited to ANSI medical safety standard
ANSI Accreditation Services has recognized CSA’s Montreal facility as the first official certification body facility in the world to be accredited to the third edition of a key safety standard for electro-medical equipment. - 8/23/2011
Health Council reports on aboriginal maternal and child health
The Health Council of Canada has released a new report entitled Understanding and Improving Aboriginal Maternal and Child Health in Canada. Its goal is to create a better understanding of and support for programs and initiatives that have the potential to reduce health disparities between aboriginal and non-aboriginal Canadians. - 8/23/2011
Incivek: second protease inhibitor approved for chronic hepatitis C
Drug’s marketing date in Canada has not yet been announced. - 8/23/2011
Providers recognized for employee engagement
Three healthcare provider organizations are among the 2011 winners of the 50 Most Engaged Workplaces Awards. This annual award program recognizes top employers that display leadership and innovation towards engaging their employees. - 8/22/2011
Nursing groups react to the death of Jack Layton
Nursing groups across the country have voiced their respect and admiration for federal NDP leader Jack Layton, who passed away Monday from cancer mere months after leading his party to unparalleled heights in the May election.