Hypertension

Canadian-led study links low dietary sodium with increased risk of death or cardiovascular events

But the company's top executive insists the move to stop the sale of cigarettes and tobacco products is worth it.

Recently, a family doctor got a note from his receptionist. A man had dropped off several cards. They were the size of a business card, and appeared to be professionally printed. The words said: “Please help us find a family doctor."

Walgreen's program intended to influence behaviors associated with long-term problems or chronic disease.

Province also introduces new adherence service for patients with COPD.