The National Strategy for Eye Care Act (Bill C-284), recently passed in Canada, aims to address significant gaps in vision health care. Overall, it is a transformative step for vision health in Canada, addressing a critical health issue while posing challenges in execution and funding. Its success will rely on sustained commitment, collaboration, and resource […]
The imposition of a 25% tariff on Canadian goods by the U.S. could indirectly affect the pharmaceutical sector and have broader economic consequences, including potential impacts on employee group insurance plan premiums. Here’s how: 1. Increased Costs for Pharmaceutical Ingredients Many active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) used in Canadian medications are sourced internationally, including from the U.S. Tariffs
Canada’s healthcare system is renowned worldwide, but it’s facing a growing crisis: the shortage of family doctors. More than 5 million Canadians — nearly one in every seven people — don’t have a family doctor, and this gap is contributing to significant strain on emergency rooms and urgent care centers. Many Canadians are struggling to
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