Department store chain Target has decided to restrict the sales of over-the-counter pain and fever medication for children as the United States faces the challenge of a “tripledemic” and health care systems struggle with drug shortages. “Tripledemic” refers to three illnesses—COVID-19, flu, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)—that are spreading during the winter season, with RSV…
Target Limits Purchases of Children’s Medicines Amid ‘Tripledemic’
Federal Health Minister Says 1M Units of Imported Kids’ Pain Meds Are Starting to Hit Pharmacy Shelves
Federal Health Minister Jean−Yves Duclos says the previously announced one million units of imported kids’ pain relievers are starting to arrive on pharmacy shelves. Meanwhile, Duclos says an additional 500,000 foreign units have been ordered and are expected over the next few weeks. He says a separate shipment of kids’ pain relievers from Australia are…
Children’s Hospitals Across Canada Report Being ‘Overwhelmed’ by Kids With Respiratory Infections
What is respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), the virus currently being blamed for a surge in pediatric emergency room visits across Canada? RSV infection is a common, highly contagious childhood illness that causes symptoms similar to colds. Cases usually take a week or two to resolve. Symptoms include coughing, fever, runny nose, and a loss of…
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