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- 9/27/2021
Going green: Jones Healthcare Group to use bioplastic for blister packaging
Jones’ blister packaging products will be made with good natured’s Bio-PET, a food-safe, curbside recyclable bioplastic - 9/27/2021
CPSO imposes restrictions on doctor accused of spreading COVID misinformation
The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario says Dr. Patrick Phillips, who is based in northeastern Ontario, is now barred from providing medical exemptions regarding COVID-19 vaccines, masking requirements and testing. - 9/27/2021
Sanofi drops plans for messenger RNA vaccine against virus
The Paris-based company said it will continue to develop another vaccine candidate that is already undergoing late stage human trials. - 9/26/2021
Pharmacist tells Quebec coroner about 'dangerous practices'
Hélène Paradis, the head pharmacist for the regional health authority, was called in to help with the critical situation after nurses said they were unable to locate important medications. - 9/26/2021
Evidence for cannabis products in dermatology only skin deep
Studies suggest between 10% to 25% of the Canadian population have used cannabinoid products to try to treat skin conditions but the evidence suggests most skin conditions see no benefit from cannabis products. - 9/26/2021
Alberta doctors raise alarm on specialist staff shortages in intensive care wards
The Alberta Medical Association says the province's high COVID-19 numbers are behind a desperate shortage of specialized staff to care for critical care patients. - 9/26/2021
Pfizer tests COVID pill as preventive medicine
The drugmaker said Monday that it will study the pill it is developing in combination with a low dose of the HIV drug ritonavir in people who are at least 18 years old and live in the same household with someone who is infected.