Pharma

Canada's pharmacies pump $22.9 billion into the economy each year

New research counts 273,000 jobs and a pharmacy in nearly every community

Canada's pharmacies pump $22.9 billion into the economy each year

Generic GLP-1s are here at $125 but brand names take priority

Medical director at Phoenix and Raven explains why brand-name Ozempic still leads despite Health Canada approvals

Generic GLP-1s are here at $125 but brand names take priority

Health Canada approves first generic semaglutide for weight loss

The authorization could ease cost pressures on group benefit plan sponsors covering GLP-1 drugs

Health Canada approves first generic semaglutide for weight loss

GLP-1 drugs raise the risk of losing smell and taste, study finds

Researchers call for closer monitoring as smell and taste risks emerge

GLP-1 drugs raise the risk of losing smell and taste, study finds

One dose beat seven in a Canadian breast cancer trial: study

Single-dose patients faced fewer side effects and clinic visits with no loss in outcomes

One dose beat seven in a Canadian breast cancer trial: study

Health Canada has approved the first sleep apnea drug for adults with obesity

The drug works alongside a reduced-calorie diet and added physical activity

Health Canada has approved the first sleep apnea drug for adults with obesity