Political Organizations & Representatives near Nanaimo BC (16 Result(s))

Health Canada C. difficile Further Concerns Promising Solutions Regulatory Failure Policy ActionOTTAWA, On: Further to information released on April 9 and April 30, today's focus is on further concerns and promising solutions. The Drug Safety & Effectiveness Network (DSEN) report of 2012 confirms concerns about the strong association between common stomach medications and C. difficile infections (CDI). 'If the regulator cannot or will not act in the public interest then it falls to policy makers to advance the public interest and adjust the mandate of the regulator.' Today, I wish to draw attention to research that further links these medications with increased risk .[click here for full story]May 14. 2014Hospital Infections, Drugs, Deaths What is Wrong with Health Canada?OTTAWA, On: In 2005, I was assured by the Health Minister of the day that Health Canada was actively investigating C. difficile deaths in Canadian hospitals and the relation to stomach acid suppressant drugs called Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs).

Alistair MacGregor was elected in 2015 as Member of Parliament for the new riding of Cowichan—Malahat—Langford. He entered Parliament with a track-record of fighting for Vancouver Island families. As a longtime staffer to retiring MP Jean Crowder, he worked tirelessly to connect with local residents, listen to their concerns and advance their priorities. From assisting seniors with pension issues to helping young families struggling to make ends meet, Alistair earned a reputation for delivering results. A 27-year resident of Cowichan Valley, Alistair has volunteered with local citizen group One Cowichan and is a long-time shareholder in community-supported agriculture. As a two-year board member of Cowichan Green Community Society, Alistair helped promote environmental sustainability and increased food security. Alistair previously worked as a tree-planting supervisor and a millworker. He holds a BA from the University of Victoria and an MA from Royal Roads University.