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Loitering outside Calgary pharmacy raises concerns over safetyBusinesses and community members in Sunalta are growing more concerned over safety as the number of people seeking addiction treatment grows at a local pharmacy.CanadaMar 11
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Ford government to allow shopping on 2 public holidays across OntarioDoug Ford said previously he was inundated with calls from people 'wanting to go to shopping malls' over the Family Day weekend. At the time, he mused about allowing more to open.CanadaMar 12
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Alberta government, store owners campaign for change in nicotine pouch rulesThe Alberta government is hoping Ottawa will rethink current restrictions on nicotine pouches, allowing sale of the products in convenience stores once again.HealthMar 5
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LaGrange addresses communication concern over Parkland County standing measles warningMinister for Primary Health Care, Adriana LaGrange, said a standing measles warning was issued for Parkland County after 17 people west of Edmonton tested positive for the virus.HealthFeb 23
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Quebec will soon allow retail stores to close late on weekends, but some not enthusedA one-year pilot project starting March 11 is allowing Quebec retail stores to stay open on weekends as late as the law permits on weekdays: 9 p.m.EconomyMar 4
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High blood pressure drug recalled over low blood pressure pill mix-upHealth Canada is recalling two lots of MAR-Amlodipine after some bottles were found to contain midodrine, a medication used to treat low blood pressure.HealthFeb 7
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London Drugs closing its Woodward’s location, citing safety, operational issuesThe store, number 78, located at 150-351 Abbott Street, must close due to safety and operational issues at the location, according to the organization.EconomyJan 7
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‘What’s next’: Businesses react to loss of London Drugs in Downtown EastsideCiting years of staff safety concerns and significant operating losses at the Abbott Street store, the retailer said it has become unsustainable to continue operating there.EconomyJan 9
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‘She would have died’: Saskatoon woman saves life with naloxone kitA Saskatoon woman has used naloxone kits multiple times to stop overdoses. Some experts say the kits are significantly helping decrease fatality in overdose cases.CanadaDec 18, 2025
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Calgary is one of the country’s hot spots for influenza: Health CanadaThe city of Calgary and surrounding area have become one of several hot spots for flu outbreaks across the country in recent weeks according to Health Canada.HealthNov 25, 2025
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9 necessities for fighting the cold and fluYour future sick self will thank you.The CuratorNov 16, 2025
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Canada can regain its measles elimination status. Here’s howOn Monday, the Pan American Health Organization revoked the measles-free status Canada has had since 1998 because an outbreak has lasted for more than a year.HealthNov 11, 2025
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Pharmacists decry ‘hurdles’ facing Albertans who want a COVID vaccinePharmacists say there are so many problems with Alberta's COVID-19 vaccination campaign this year, they fear some people will choose not to get immunized.HealthNov 4, 2025
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Alberta doctors frustrated with loss of measles elimination status: ‘Significant step backwards’Alberta’s measles outbreaks have sickened nearly 2,000 people – almost all unvaccinated – since March and killed an infant who contracted the disease in the womb.HealthNov 10, 2025
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Manitoba health officials offer vaccine guidance as flu season approachesBefore the pandemic, about 20 per cent of people in the province were getting vaccinated against influenza. That number increased to 23 per cent by 2024.HealthOct 8, 2025
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Ontario needs to modernize vaccine registry, top doctor saysOntario's top doctor is calling for a national immunization schedule and registry to address gaps exposed by the resurgence of measles in Canada.HealthSep 4, 2025
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White House fires CDC director Susan Monarez after she refuses to resignAt least four top CDC officials have resigned this week, including Dr. Debra Houry, the agency's deputy director.U.S. NewsAug 28, 2025
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Pfizer says Canada just approved its new COVID-19 vaccine for this fallPfizer said Health Canada has approved its latest COVID-19 vaccine that targets a new Omicron variant. It will be made available in the fall.HealthAug 19, 2025
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Alberta government accused of being anti-science over COVID-19 vaccination planMost Albertans who want a COVID-19 shot this year must pre-order and pay for it out of their own pocket. Critics say the new strategy is political and anti-science.HealthAug 11, 2025
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After feds cut funding, B.C. keeps ‘safer supply’ programs running — for nowBetween 2017 and March 2025, Health Canada says it funded $126 million through its Substance Use and Addictions Program, money it stopped providing this spring.HealthJul 31, 2025