Respirology

Quebec-based Mantra Pharma has created a generic drug called M-Amoxi Clav, a generic version of the antibiotic Clavulin.

Ryan Gregory of the University of Guelph dubbed the latest subvariant Kraken, the name of a Scandinavian mythological sea creature.

Health Minister Adrian Dix said Friday they've been coping with an unprecedented increase in demand in the healthcare system.

Researchers said they identified the breast milk sugars that offer better protection, which could potentially be used to supplement formula for infants.

Their effect appears to help over time.

As of Wednesday, the agency was aware of 21 cases of XBB.1.5 in Canada and said it is “currently considered to be only detected sporadically,'' it said in an email.

The drug is being imported by specialty pharmaceutical company Juno Pharmaceuticals.

Concerns raised about another potential wave of COVID-19 cases following the busy holiday travel season.