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This medical device may cause serious health risks and even death, Health Canada warns – CTV
June 17, 2026 Soft-shelled hyperbaric chambers may spread infectious diseases, suffocate users and even cause death, Health Canada warns in a new public advisory. The federal department said people should…
Conservatives pitch legalizing some psychedelics with bill to revamp Canada’s drug laws – CBC
MP wants doctors to prescribe psilocybin to help deal with Canada’s mental health ‘epidemic’ Jun 16, 2026 Conservative MP Corey Tochor introduced new legislation on Tuesday to legalize prescribing psychedelics…
Alberta urged to follow federal guidance as it develops fall COVID-19 vaccine plan – CBC
National Advisory Committee on Immunization has issued recommendations for the coming fall and winter Jun 16, 2026 Infectious disease experts are hoping the Alberta government will fully adopt federal COVID-19…
Alberta judge dismisses bid to stall closure of supervised drug sites – CBC
Lawyer applied for injunction in April to pause site closures in Calgary and Lethbridge Jun 16, 2026 A judge has dismissed a last-ditch legal effort to temporarily halt the closures…
Optimi Health Launches Standardized Microdose Psilocybin Products for Clinical Research
Press Release Two naturally derived finished drug products, at 1mg and 2mg, give research organizations the consistent, validated doses required for controlled studies New microdose formats extend Optimi’s psilocybin range,…
National Inuit organization announces Inuit poverty reduction plan – Penticton Herald
Jun. 15, 2026 Economic participation, cost of living and social services are all part of the Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami (ITK) poverty reduction plan for Inuit living on their traditional lands.…
National overdose deaths decline and federal response expands
Press Release From: Health Canada June 15, 2026 The toxic drug crisis continues to have devastating impacts on individuals, families, and communities across the country. While decreases in deaths and…
NOSM University Honours Excellence in Health Sciences Education
Press Release June 15, 2026 Exceptional health education begins with exceptional educators. As part of its commitment to strengthening the future health workforce across Northern Ontario, NOSM University celebrated the…
Media Advisory – Minister Gull-Masty to make historic announcement on First Nations drinking water
Press Release From: Indigenous Services Canada Ottawa, Ontario — The Honourable Mandy Gull-Masty, Minister of Indigenous Services, will hold a press conference and media availability on an Act respecting water,…
Women with traumatic brain injury 26 per cent less likely to receive trauma care than men, Ontario study finds – CBC
Jun 15, 2026 Experts say prompt access to specialized treatment can be ‘life-changing,’ raising questions over disparities New Ontario research shows women with traumatic brain injuries are far less likely…
