Physician Notices and Updates
Benzanthine Penicillin G (Bicillin® L-A) shortage and updated temporary treatment guidance
Jan 28, 2026The Ministry of Health has notified local public health units of an ongoing national shortage of Benzathine Penicillin G (Bicillin® L-A) 1,200,000 IU/2mL, indicated as the first line treatment for syphilis.
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The Ministry of Health has notified local public health units of an ongoing national shortage of Benzathine Penicillin G (Bicillin® L-A) 1,200,000 IU/2mL, indicated as the first line treatment for syphilis.
Register now for this week’s Mainpro+ accredited webinar (January 28 from 7-8 p.m.), Public Health Updates for Halton Physicians: Focus on nicotine cessation – Clearing the air: Tackling smoking, vaping and nicotine use in clinical practice. Any interested healthcare professional is welcome to register. Please invite your colleagues.
Influenza activity across Halton has been elevated this season, resulting in a significant increase in influenza-related outbreaks in congregate settings.
Register now for the upcoming Mainpro+ accredited webinar (January 28 from 7-8 p.m.), Public Health Updates for Halton Physicians: Focus on nicotine cessation – Clearing the air: Tackling smoking, vaping and nicotine use in clinical practice. Any interested healthcare professional is welcome to register. Please invite your colleagues.
Several communities across Halton Region experienced power outages over the holidays, resulting in vaccine cold chain exposures due to adverse storage conditions.
Blog Posts
The Ministry of Health has notified local public health units of an ongoing national shortage of Benzathine Penicillin G (Bicillin® L-A) 1,200,000 IU/2mL, indicated as the first line treatment for syphilis.
Register now for this week’s Mainpro+ accredited webinar (January 28 from 7-8 p.m.), Public Health Updates for Halton Physicians: Focus on nicotine cessation – Clearing the air: Tackling smoking, vaping and nicotine use in clinical practice. Any interested healthcare professional is welcome to register. Please invite your colleagues.
Influenza activity across Halton has been elevated this season, resulting in a significant increase in influenza-related outbreaks in congregate settings.
Register now for the upcoming Mainpro+ accredited webinar (January 28 from 7-8 p.m.), Public Health Updates for Halton Physicians: Focus on nicotine cessation – Clearing the air: Tackling smoking, vaping and nicotine use in clinical practice. Any interested healthcare professional is welcome to register. Please invite your colleagues.
Several communities across Halton Region experienced power outages over the holidays, resulting in vaccine cold chain exposures due to adverse storage conditions.