Year: 2024

Welcome to our Blog

Wise Words Wednesday Blog This series features answers to some of the most frequently asked questions our pharmacists receive, as…

9 years ago

Season’s Greetings from Charlton Health

As we wrap up 2024, we want to wish everyone joy this holiday season, no matter which tradition(s) you celebrate.…

1 year ago

The Link Between Immune-Mediated Diseases and Environmental Triggers

We often hear patients ask how they got an immune-mediated condition.  Autoimmune diseases occur when the immune system mistakenly attacks…

1 year ago

Updates on RSV Vaccination: Expanded Indications for Arexvy

RSV is a seasonal virus that can cause serious lung infections, especially in young children under 2 years old and…

1 year ago

Capvaxive – New Pneumonia Vaccine Now Available in Canada

In the summer, we wrote about the newest pneumococcal vaccine approved in the United States.  It is now available in…

1 year ago

Jubbonti, a new biosimilar of Denosumab

As newer biologic medicines can be incredibly useful in managing many conditions (e.g. immune-mediated, bone disorders, diabetes), their use can…

1 year ago

Patient Support Programs

Living with an immune-mediated condition can be a difficult journey with many different treatments. For instance, patients with rheumatoid arthritis may begin…

1 year ago

The Unexpected Link Between Certain Cancer Therapies and Rheumatoid Arthritis

Cancer treatments have greatly evolved to offer better results with fewer adverse effects. A newer family, called Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors…

1 year ago

Ontario Announces Newly Funded Adult Pneumonia Vaccine

Vaccines are important in protecting us from many types of bacterial pneumonia, which can lead to serious illness including hospitalization…

1 year ago

July 28/2024 – World Hepatitis day!

Last month we celebrated World Hepatitis Day. At Charlton Health, we are pleased to provide treatment for Hepatitis C and…

1 year ago

July is National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month

Certain autoimmune diseases such as lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, type 1 diabetes, and multiple sclerosis affect minority groups more than others.…

1 year ago