Health Sciences Centre Emergency Department – a “how to”
Health Sciences Centre has published a great video that explains how their newly renovated emergency department is laid out, their patient safety features and what to expect should you have to go there. Remember the steps outlined in this video: Be greeted, be...The ABC’s of Diabetes with Dr. Mike Evans
What is diabetes?
Friday, April 22nd. It’s Earth Day. The first step is often the easiest.
Its Earth Day. We are going to ask everyone to stop using one, little, thing. Just one. And it’s really simple. It will create no hardship. We promise. You probably have one in your lunch bag as you are reading this, or at least used one in the last week. If you...How to save money in healthcare
We have been told many times by government that the only dollar saved is the dollar not spent. I think our grandmother would use the term “pennywise and pound foolish” (if you don’t know what that means – google it). Everyday in healthcare we...Why am I so hungry?
Why you have trouble feeling full. Understanding your health starts with what you put un your mouth. This is a great video that explains the science behind hunger, the size of your appetite and the role junk food plays. If you make no other changes to your diet,...Pharmacy in Canada
Its more than you think!Oct 26th is Patient Safety Week
While patient safety week comes but once a year, it is important that we are safe at all times. Patient safety is everyone’s responsibility! Here is what patients can do to help-...Health Advisories
Health Canada has seized several injectable drugs and medical devices, including products labelled to contain botulinum toxin type A or hyaluronic acid from Vivian Spa, located at 11-3415 Dixie Road, Mississauga, Ontario, because they are unauthorized and may pose serious health risks. These products may have been administered as treatments for cosmetic purposes.
Ombrelle Canada is recalling all lots of Ombrelle Garnier Complete Dry Mist Spray sunscreen, SPF30 and SPF 60, due to elevated levels of benzene. Frequent and long-term exposure (e.g., through the skin and by inhalation) to elevated levels of benzene may pose serious health risks.
October 9, 2021
For immediate release
Teva Canada is recalling two lots of Novo-Gesic Forte/Acetaminophen tablets, sold in 500 mg tablets, due to a labelling error that could result in a person exceeding the maximum daily dosage for acetaminophen.
