Alberta trucker’s death raises questions about natural remedies

The term ‘natural’ does not necessarily mean ’safe’ — a fact demonstrated by an artcle published in today’s Edmonton Journal about a death connected to the use of a herbal remedy.
Nearly three in four Canadians have used natural health products, according to a 2005 Health Canada survey, and nearly half say if they see a natural health product for sale, [...]

Patient coalition welcomes drug safety measures; progressive, flexible approach benefits patients

The Canadian government has recently introduced a Bill (C-51), which proposes to strengthen existing health regulations in order to better regulate natural health products and improve patient safety.  The following statement of support from Canada’s Best Medicines Coaltion is one of many from patient groups around the country:
New legislation will enable Health Canada to implement more effective [...]