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Covering specialty drugs can save employers $17000 per employee annually: report
The research was sponsored by Innovative Medicines Canada, Crohn’s and Colitis Canada, Amgen, Roche Pharmaceuticals, Sanofi Canada and Sun … […]
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Parkinson’s patients benefit from exercise, study shows
Parkinson Canada recently released a study that finds physical activity … the person with the Parkinson’s also has a better quality of life,” she said. […]
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‘The need is there’: City committee approves suicide prevention strategy
The strategy included input from Edmonton Police Service, Alberta Health Services, the Canadian Mental Health Association and the Pride Centre. […]
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Researchers look improve newborn health in low-income countries
… an internal medicine specialist, senior scientist and chair in public health innovation at the Ottawa Hospital. The researchers found the blood taken … […]
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Changing landscape holds great promise for health sciences in 21st century, speaker says
We are in the midst of a profound revolution in health research. … the work of individuals who reflect his passion and commitment to health innovation.
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Benefits of employer-sponsored specialty medications extend beyond the workplace
“Canadian employers need to understand the wider benefits associated … sponsored by Innovative Medicines Canada, Crohn’s and Colitis Canada, … […]
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York University receives more than $30 million for vision sciences program
From left, Humber River Black-Creek MP Judy Sgro, York University’s Vice President of Research and Innovation Robert Haché, Bob Hou, Senior … […]
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Inflazome closes US$17m Series A financing round from Novartis Venture Fund and Fountain …
Within the life science sector, specific areas of interest to Fountain include specialty pharma, medical devices, biotechnology and diagnostics. The firm … […]
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Traditional knowledge and culture are key to improving mental health of Aboriginal youth
Traditional knowledge and teachings are the keys to improving the health of aboriginal youth, according to Dr. Dawn Martin-Hill, and should be funded .. […]
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Private health-care institutions get dengue vaccine in Mexico
Mexico City – Sanofi Pasteur, a unit of French pharmaceutical giant Sanofi, said it was launching the first vaccine developed to fight dengue in Mexico, … […]