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Platelet-rich plasma treatment is not classified as a drug, Health Canada says
Health Canada has clarified its position on much-hyped injury treatments that use platelet-rich plasma (PRP). The agency now says such treatments shouldn’t be…
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Federal health minister releases $50M dementia strategy
The federal government released a national strategy on dementia on Monday that focuses on preventing the affliction, supporting caregivers and finding…
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Surprising number of people with pancreatic cancer may miss out on life-prolonging treatment
Jeopardy! host Alex Trebek announced he’s undergoing treatment for Stage 4 pancreatic cancer. An estimated 5,500 Canadians will be diagnosed with the disease this year…
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Ontario urged to update law forbidding cremation of bodies with radioactive implants
Radiation and cancer experts say it’s time for Ontario to change an outdated law that prevents people who have received…
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