On September 18, 2025, Canada’s Drug Agency (CDA) launched its new strategy to improve the appropriate prescribing and use of prescription medications in Canada. The strategy, titled “A Prescription for Action: A Pan-Canadian Strategy for Advancing the Appropriate Use of Prescription Medications,” provides a 5-year plan to foster a unified national approach that promotes safer, more effective medication use and strengthens health system sustainability.
The strategy sets out four strategic priorities:
- Partnerships and Program Development: Develop, enhance, and implement appropriate use initiatives with partners across Canada.
- Connect: Strengthen networks and provide comprehensive information about appropriate use.
- Strategy and Policy: Develop evidence-informed advice and recommendations for decision-makers about the adoption and implementation of appropriate use policies and strategic initiatives.
- Evaluation and Reporting: Assess project outcomes and communicate impact clearly.
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