Antibiotic Resistant Germs | Health Canada |
Learn about the increasing concern that certain germs such as bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites are becoming more resistant to antibiotics, resulting in fewer effective antibiotics.
Canadian Adverse Reaction Newsletter (CARN) | Health Canada |
Keep up to date on the latest safety information for health products in Canada with this quarterly research newsletter.
Drug Delivery Systems | Industry Canada |
Learn about drug delivery systems, which refers to both the construct of the drug and its method of administration. Find information on the science, research and applications.
Drug Product Database | Health Canada |
Visit the Drug Product Database to find product-specific information on drugs approved for use in Canada.
Drug Products | Health Canada |
Learn how health products offered for sale in Canada are evaluated and monitored for safety, effectiveness and quality.
Gene Therapy | Industry Canada |
Discover how disease can be treated with gene therapy, the introduction of a new gene into a cell that changes the expression of a person's genes to cure or prevent genetic diseases.
Hormone Replacement Therapy | Health Canada |
Find out why Hormone Replacement Therapy, used to alleviate the symptoms of menopause, can have significant risks.
Laser Eye Surgery | Health Canada |
Learn how laser eye surgery can correct vision and replace glasses or contact lenses.
Medical Devices | Health Canada |
Link to information on medical devices, including public warnings and advisories.
Natural Health Products | Health Canada |
Visit the Natural Health Products Directorate, whose mission is to ensure that all Canadians have ready access to natural health products that are safe, effective and of high quality.
Patent Register | Health Canada |
Access the Patent Register to find an alphabetical listing of medicines and the associated patents, patent expiry dates and other related information.
Proper Use and Disposal of Medication | Health Canada |
Discover the growing evidence that improper disposal of drugs and health products may have a harmful effect on the environment.
Treatments & Tests - Biotechnology | Industry Canada |
Read about new biotechnology-based treatments and tests, such as gene therapy, genetic testing and protein-based drugs, that are expected to revolutionize health care.