QuidelOrtho reports potential for biased results in Vitros A1c slides
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BioMérieux reports false negative risks for specific BIOFIRE BCID2 panel lot
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Federal government introduces bill to restrict MAID for mental health conditions
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Prince Edward Island launches provincial alcohol strategy to address health care impacts
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Early influenza season hits Canada as vaccination campaigns commence for health workers
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British Columbia reduces virtual care capacity and funding for long COVID patients
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Saskatchewan hospitals implement rapid HIV testing for mothers during labor
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National initiative targets reduction of antipsychotic prescriptions in long-term care facilities
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Ontario gambling addiction and related suicides triple following online casino expansion
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Federal funding expands mental health and addiction services for Black Canadians
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Public health officials declare end to national two-year measles outbreak
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