HealthADAPT, a multi-year program managed by Health Canada, is providing $3 million over three years to support 10 projects at local, regional, and provincial and territorial levels of the Canadian health sector to prepare for and respond to the impacts of climate change.
Canadians want improved access to the most innovative treatment options for themselves, their families, and friends. Imagine having a medical device such as a dental implant or a bone graft designed just for you. 3D printing offers the possibility of personalized medical devices designed to meet the exact needs of patients. While all medical devices sold in Canada must meet the same standards for safety, quality, and effectiveness regardless of how they are manufactured, individually tailored medical devices can present new challenges for regulators including Health Canada.
Do you or someone you know suffer from food allergies? Approximately 2.6 million Canadians self-report having at least one food allergy. For some, the reactions can be serious and even life threatening.
Following an enthusiastic response of more than 80 nominees interested in lending their expertise in the field of women’s health, the Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Health, is pleased to announce the membership of the new Scientific Advisory Committee on Health Products for Women. The chair and nine core committee members come from across Canada and represent a wealth of knowledge, skills, and expertise.
Canadians want access to the latest treatments for themselves, and their friends and family, especially for diseases and conditions where limited options are available.