Patient Health & Safety
When the Medicine Cabinet Runs Dry: How Canadian Patients Can Cope With Ongoing Drug Shortages
Drug shortages have become an uncomfortable reality for Canadian patients and healthcare providers alike, with hundreds of medications periodically listed as unavailable or in limited supply. From chemotherapy agents to common antibiotics, the disruptions are wide-ranging and the consequences for patients can be serious. This investigative piece examines the root causes of Canada's medication supply crisis and offers concrete, actionable strategies for patients who find themselves caught in the