Technology

TOROTNO | MEDEC, the national association for Canadian medical technology industry, is commending the decision by Health Canada to revise its position on how the purchase of medical devices for use in healthcare facilities is handled in requests for proposals (RFPs) and requests for information (RFIs) under the Medical Devices Regulations.

TORONTO | A sterile active washing solution for skin and eyes that’s designed to improve outcomes after an accidental chemical splash has been approved by Health Canada as a Class 2 medical device.

Ottawa scientist spurs idea to simplify tracking of vaccines

The Canadian Association of Chain Drug Stores has decided to scrap the roll out of MirixaPro, the web-based clinical documentation platform that was intended as a way to help community pharmacies facilitate the adoption of professional pharmacy services.

Alberta’s recent floods showed why hospital systems need disaster protection. But what’s the best way to do it?

TORONTO | Launched in May, the ImagineNation Impact Challenge sought entries showcasing the impact of digital health. Hundreds of Canadians participated by entering stories, voting on their favourite submissions or serving as a judge.

VANCOUVER | First Nations in British Columbia will soon have improved access to health and wellness services through expanded use of telehealth, according to the First Nations Health Authority, B.C. Ministry of Health and Canada Health Infoway.