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Canada approves second generic semaglutide, the first G7 country to do so



Today, Health Canada authorized a second generic semaglutide injection. Health Canada is currently reviewing seven other submissions for generic semaglutide by different companies.



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Canada becomes the first G7 country to approve a generic version of semaglutide



Today, Health Canada authorized a generic semaglutide injection. This is the first generic semaglutide authorized by Health Canada, and the first to be approved in the G7.



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Statement from the Minister of Health on National Immunization Awareness Week 2026



National Immunization Awareness Week (NIAW) is celebrated each year in Canada to acknowledge and celebrate the benefits that vaccines play in protecting our health and strengthening our communities. This year, NIAW aligns with the Pan-American Health Organization’s Vaccination Week in the Americas and the World Health Organization’s World Immunization Week, creating a powerful moment to highlight the value and importance of staying up-to-date on vaccinations. Canada is honoured to host the 2026 Vaccination Week in the Americas, for the first time, as we are firmly committed to advancing vaccination as a cornerstone of public health, both domestically and internationally



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More than 6.5 million Canadians can now receive services under the Canadian Dental Care Plan



Today, the Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, announced that more than 6.5 million Canadians are now covered under the plan, with more than 4 million already receiving the care they need.



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Government of Canada to make an announcement about dental care



The Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, will make an announcement about the Canadian Dental Care Plan.



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Message from the Minister of Health – World Health Day 2026



On World Health Day, we underscore our government’s commitment to ensuring all Canadians have access to high-quality, inclusive health care that is rooted in science.



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