Health Minister Dismisses Key Pharmacare Recommendation
Health Minister Marjorie Michel rejects crucial pharmacare recommendation from expert panel, raising questions about Canada's drug coverage future. Learn what this means for healthcare.
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B.C. activists launch constitutional drug challenge
Vancouver activists who tested and sold heroin and meth face charges, launching a constitutional challenge that could reshape Canada's drug policy. Learn the details.
Man Flushing Drugs During Thunder Bay Police Raid
Thunder Bay police arrested an unwanted man caught flushing drugs during a disturbance call. Officers seized narcotics and laid multiple charges.
Windsor police seize $30K in drugs, cash in bust
Windsor police arrested two GTA-linked suspects and seized nearly $30,000 in fentanyl and cash in a west-end drug bust near schools. Police seek information from the public.
Eli Lilly Reaches $1 Trillion Valuation Milestone
Eli Lilly becomes the first pharmaceutical company to achieve a US$1 trillion market valuation, driven by unprecedented demand for its weight-loss treatments. Discover how this milestone reshapes the industry.
Pharmacare Advisory Committee Report Going Public
The Canadian government prepares to release the pharmacare advisory committee's findings, marking a pivotal moment for national prescription drug coverage. Learn what this means for healthcare.
Toxic PFAS Found in B.C. Sea Otters
UBC researchers discover toxic PFAS chemicals in B.C. sea otters, with levels three times higher near cities. This raises concerns for marine ecosystem health.
Alberta healthcare workers need more drug crisis support
New Parkland Institute report reveals Alberta's drug poisoning crisis severely impacts healthcare workers, with 69% reporting work changes and 50% facing emotional abuse. Frontline staff need better support.
Drug charges laid after Goffs traffic stop: RCMP
Nova Scotia RCMP charge two men after discovering drugs during Goffs traffic stop. Latest law enforcement action highlights ongoing drug enforcement efforts in the region.
GLP-1 Drugs Changing Canadian Food Habits: Study
New research reveals how diabetes medications Ozempic and Wegovy are transforming Canadian shopping patterns and food consumption. Discover the surprising impacts.
$4M drugs seized in Halifax, man charged
RCMP in Halifax confiscate approximately $4 million worth of cocaine and pills in major drug bust. One man faces charges as investigation continues.
Ozempic Reshapes Canada's Food Economy: $3.3B Impact
Two million Canadians using GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic are dramatically changing food consumption patterns, removing $3.3 billion annually from Canada's food economy. Learn how this trend affects groceries, restaurants and agriculture.
MTG Apologizes for Toxic Politics After Trump Backlash
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene surprisingly apologizes for 'toxic politics' after facing threats from Trump supporters. Read her unexpected CNN interview response.
South Carolina Executes Man by Firing Squad
Stephen Bryant executed by firing squad in South Carolina for 2004 triple murder. Third firing squad execution in state this year as lethal injection drugs remain scarce.
Calgary Food Bank Receives Massive Baby Formula Donation
The Calgary Food Bank experiences overwhelming response to FormulaWon initiative with massive baby formula donation. Community support reaches new heights in addressing infant nutrition needs.
Kennedy's DMT Use Exposed in Nuzzi Book Scandal
Journalist Olivia Nuzzi alleges Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. uses psychedelics despite claiming sobriety. Explosive book details their alleged affair and intimate revelations.
London Drugs Collects Stocking Stuffers for Seniors
London Drugs locations across Western Canada are collecting stocking stuffers for seniors this holiday season. Learn how you can contribute to spreading cheer.
$1M in drugs seized in Brampton trafficking investigation
Peel Regional Police announce major drug bust with nearly $1 million in illegal substances confiscated during Project Winner investigation in Brampton. One suspect arrested.
$20M in drugs missing from Health Canada stockpile
Health Canada refuses to explain how $20 million worth of pharmaceuticals vanished from national emergency stockpile. Transparency concerns raised.
Cowichan Tribes seeks federal help for toxic waste cleanup
Cowichan Tribes urges federal government to clean up 290,000 cubic metres of toxic waste threatening Cowichan River. Read about the environmental crisis and calls for prosecution.
Major Fentanyl Seizure: $255K Drugs Confiscated in Grey Bruce
OPP makes one of Grey Bruce's largest fentanyl seizures, confiscating $255,000 worth of drugs in Wiarton. Learn about this significant drug enforcement operation and its impact on community safety.
Vancouver compassion club founders guilty on drug charges
Founders of a Vancouver compassion club were convicted for trafficking despite providing fentanyl-free drugs. Sentencing is delayed pending a constitutional challenge.
FDA removes menopause drug warning citing benefits
U.S. FDA removes long-standing warning from hormone-based menopause drugs, recognizing significant benefits for women's health. Learn what this means for Canadian women.
Gordon Ramsay's fiery rejection of weight-loss drug menus
Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay refuses to create menus for diners on weight-loss drugs like Ozempic, sparking debate. Discover his controversial stance and its potential impact.
Pfizer wins $10B obesity drug takeover battle
Pfizer triumphs in dramatic $10 billion bidding war for obesity drug maker Metsera, securing crucial White House-backed deal to compete in weight-loss market. Read the full story.
Trump's Plan to Slash Obesity Drug Prices
Former President Donald Trump unveils ambitious strategy to dramatically reduce costs of groundbreaking weight-loss medications, promising relief for millions struggling with obesity.
Alberta Drug Crisis Pushes Healthcare Workers to Brink
A new report exposes the devastating toll Alberta's escalating drug crisis is taking on frontline healthcare workers, with rising violence and burnout threatening to collapse the system.
Trump Reveals Deal to Lower Obesity Drug Costs
Former President Donald Trump reveals groundbreaking agreement with pharmaceutical giant to make obesity drugs more affordable and accessible across the United States.
Trump Obesity Drug Deal Boosts Pharma Stocks
Major pharmaceutical giants Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly experience significant stock surges as former President Donald Trump considers a groundbreaking obesity drug partnership, potentially revolutionizing weight loss treatment accessibility.
Health Canada seizes ivermectin from BC woman
Health Canada takes decisive action against a British Columbia woman promoting ivermectin as a cancer treatment, seizing the unapproved drug and warning about serious health risks.
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