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Aug 2020

FDA – OTC Monograph Reform under the CARES Act – What to Know?
FDA – OTC Monograph Reform under the CARES Act – What to Know?
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In the US, drugs may either be prescription drugs, requiring a prescription by an authorized health care provider, or they may be over-the-counter (OTC) drugs, which are purchased directly by […] Read More >>

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Jul 2020

Naming your NHP: Tips for Health Canada Approval
Naming your NHP: Tips for Health Canada Approval
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A “Brand Name” is defined as the name under which your NHP (Natural Health Product) is registered or sold. Selecting a “Brand Name” for your NHP is an important part […] Read More >>
Charles Galea Joins dicentra as Director of Clinical Research – Business Development
July 17, 2020 By
dicentra, a leading Contract Research Organization (CRO) and global consulting firm for the life sciences and food industries, is pleased to announce that Charles Galea has joined its clinical trials […] Read More >>
Charles Galea Joins dicentra as Director of Clinical Research – Business Development
July 17, 2020 By
dicentra, a leading Contract Research Organization (CRO) and global consulting firm for the life sciences and food industries, is pleased to announce that Charles Galea has joined its clinical trials […] Read More >>

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Jul 2020

The CFIA’s July 15, 2020 compliance date has come, and gone – what does this mean for my business?
The CFIA’s July 15, 2020 compliance date has come, and gone – what does this mean for my business?
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On July 15, 2020, the next scheduled compliance date for the Safe Food for Canadians Act & Regulations came into effect for businesses in the manufactured food sector. The compliance […] Read More >>

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Jun 2020

COVID-19’s Impact on Natural Products & Nutraceutical Clinical Research in Canada – An Unlikely Advantage
COVID-19’s Impact on Natural Products & Nutraceutical Clinical Research in Canada – An Unlikely Advantage
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In addition to governing pharmaceutical and medical device research, Health Canada provides oversight and approval of nutraceutical clinical research and natural health products conducted in Canada. This integrated approach allows […] Read More >>

15

Jun 2020

Health Canada Expedites Approval of Alcohol-Based Hand Sanitizers: What You Need to Know as of May 2020
Health Canada Expedites Approval of Alcohol-Based Hand Sanitizers: What You Need to Know as of May 2020
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In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Health Canada implemented in March and April 2020 interim measures aimed to facilitate the importation of products that can help to limit the spread […] Read More >>
Leading Canadian CRO dicentra partners with innovative clinical trial solution company Rize Health
May 26, 2020 By
Rize Health, an innovative clinical trial platform, has announced its partnership with dicentra, seeking to provide them with revolutionary clinical trial solutions. Through this strategic partnership, Rize Health will provide dicentra with [&hel Read More >>
Leading Canadian CRO dicentra partners with innovative clinical trial solution company Rize Health
May 26, 2020 By
Rize Health, an innovative clinical trial platform, has announced its partnership with dicentra, seeking to provide them with revolutionary clinical trial solutions. Through this strategic partnership, Rize Health will provide dicentra with [&hel Read More >>

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May 2020

Getting Your Food Product into Chain Retail: What does it take?
Getting Your Food Product into Chain Retail: What does it take?
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Consider this hypothetical situation: you’ve got this great food product, maybe it’s one of the best on the market, or perhaps it’s a one of a kind with no real […] Read More >>
dicentra Continues to Grow with the Addition of Justina Mankaruos as Clinical Research Recruitment Specialist
May 1, 2020 By
dicentra, a leading contract research organization (CRO) and global consulting firm for the life sciences and food industries, is pleased to announce that Justina Mankaruos has joined its clinical trial […] Read More >>
dicentra Continues to Grow with the Addition of Justina Mankaruos as Clinical Research Recruitment Specialist
May 1, 2020 By
dicentra, a leading contract research organization (CRO) and global consulting firm for the life sciences and food industries, is pleased to announce that Justina Mankaruos has joined its clinical trial […] Read More >>

17

Apr 2020

CFIA Compliance Date Postponed
CFIA Compliance Date Postponed
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The Safe Food for Canadians Act & Regulations came into force on January 15, 2019, and had outlined compliance dates in 2020 and 2021 based on the type of food […] Read More >>

09

Apr 2020

Temporary FDA Policy for Nutrition Labeling of Packaged Food
Temporary FDA Policy for Nutrition Labeling of Packaged Food
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To facilitate the distribution of food during the COVID-19 pandemic, the US FDA recently issued a guidance document titled “Temporary Policy Regarding Nutrition Labeling of Certain Packaged Food During the COVID-19 Public Health [&hell Read More >>

03

Apr 2020

New FDA Guidance Updates on Gowns, Gloves and Other Apparel in response to COVID-19
New FDA Guidance Updates on Gowns, Gloves and Other Apparel in response to COVID-19
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The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently published a new guidance document to help expand the availability of surgical apparel, including gowns, hoods, and surgical & patient examination gloves, in […] Read More >>

03

Apr 2020

Health Canada announces Interim Order for Class-IV diagnostic devices for COVID-19
Health Canada announces Interim Order for Class-IV diagnostic devices for COVID-19
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Health Canada has recently released an Interim Order (IO) for the importation and sale of Class-IV medical devices used to diagnose, treat, or prevent COVID-19. **note: An interim order is […] Read More >>

01

Apr 2020

CFIA Guidance for Meat Slaughter & Processing Establishment/Operators in Response to COVID-19
CFIA Guidance for Meat Slaughter & Processing Establishment/Operators in Response to COVID-19
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Recent news about an employee testing positive for COVID-19 has prompted the Canadian Federal Inspection Agency (CFIA) to release update guidance about preventing and responding to COVID-19 in meat slaughter […] Read More >>

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Apr 2020

Canada COVID-19 Update: $50 Million Ontario Fund
Canada COVID-19 Update: $50 Million Ontario Fund
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On April 1, the Ontario Government announced a $50 million fund called “The Ontario Together Fund” which is intended to help businesses produce essential medical products amid the COVID-19 pandemic. […] Read More >>

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Mar 2020

Health Canada Regulatory Exemptions in Response to COVID-19 Product Shortages
Health Canada Regulatory Exemptions in Response to COVID-19 Product Shortages
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Health Canada has recently announced a number of actions they’re taking in the fight against the COVID-19 Pandemic. These actions involve temporary exemptions for the importation of disinfectants/hand sanitizers and […] Read More >>

27

Mar 2020

FDA & EPA – Pathways for Products in Response to COVID-19 Product Shortages
FDA & EPA – Pathways for Products in Response to COVID-19 Product Shortages
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The COVID-19 pandemic has precipitated an unprecedented public health situation in the United States of America, disrupting supply chains and creating shortages of products aimed at preventing infection. As a […] Read More >>

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