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During the Covid-19 pandemic, Paxlovid, a drug for immunocompromised individuals diagnosed with Covid, was covered by Health Canada on an emergency basis. …
One in three newborns in Canada have a parent who is unable to access parental leave, according to a new poll conducted… …
The federal pharmacare bill has successfully passed its third reading in Parliament, a significant milestone in Canada’s journey toward universal coverage. Unifor,… …
Adults in British Columbia who are at high risk of severe outcomes from COVID-19 can continue to access the antiviral medication nirmatrelvir-ritonavir …
Newfoundland and Labrador has announced a new medical benefits program for early childhood educators working in regulated child care services. The program,… …
The top people risks in Canada are increasing health and benefits costs, according to a new report from MercerMarsh Benefits. “People can… …
Grey County has increased the rate it pays for mileage when staff and councillors use their personal vehicles for business purposes. At… …
Batchewana First Nation (BFN), located near Sault Ste. Marie, Ont., is adopting a four-day work week with the hope of creating a “healthier… …
Nearly nine in 10 professionals (87%) are interested in trying “chronoworking” — a model allowing employees to work according to their natural… …
The federal government has announced significant progress in its efforts to make oral health care more accessible and affordable for Canadians. This… …
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