Health committee  I think stricter regulations are necessary to protect the best interests of patients throughout Canada. I think there were some comments made about identifying them in different categories versus a vitamin or herbal supplement. You have to take a look at history to see that herbs

Health committee  Do you mean non-compliance in terms of mandatory reporting for health professionals?

Health committee  I think mandatory reporting and compliance should be enforced. I think companies should be responsible and conduct clinical trials in terms of their products. We also believe in education of the public and making sure the public is aware of what they're taking. Consumers have a c

Health committee  To touch on your point, Dr. Fry, that 60% of patients are not aware of the drug identification numbers, we feel that the government should put in place some sort of media campaign or education to make patients aware that these numbers exist on products such as vitamins or nutrace

Health committee  Yes, it was on adverse reports for health professionals. We believe it's up to the patient to tell their provider that they are taking natural health products. But at the same time, we need to provide tools so that health professionals can talk with their patients effectively abo

Health committee  Recommendation 5, ongoing research in the area of nutraceuticals is important to ensure that the health of Canadians is protected. Companies should ensure that clinical trials are conducted on their products and that these clinical trials are safe and ethical. It is important tha

Health committee  Thank you to the committee for the opportunity to speak before you. The Canadian Men in Nursing Group is a national organization that supports men in the nursing profession, educates the public, and is involved in supporting men's health and the health of all Canadians. I'll be

Health committee  Good morning, honourable members of the committee. It is with great pleasure and honour that I speak to you today about post-market surveillance of pharmaceutical products. My name is James D'Astolfo, the founder and president of the Canadian Men in Nursing Group. Our organiza