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  • For women who live on the margins, health care is often out of reach. Here’s how we can build a bridge to access

    For women who live on the margins, health care is often out of reach. Here’s how we can build a bridge to access

    by Dr. Sonia S Anand, Dr. Cathy Risdon and Dr. Gina Ogilvie.

  • New study finds contaminants in many generic drugs may have harmful effects

    New study finds contaminants in many generic drugs may have harmful effects

    Contaminants in generic medications used to treat conditions like diabetes, heart disease, stomachaches and heartburn may cause damage to DNA, affect basic cell functions and even increase a person’s risk of cancer, according to a new UBC study. 

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