2011-131 October 4, 2011 For immediate release The issue: The number of cell phone users in Canada rose from 100,000 in 1987 to more than 24 million by the end of 2010. With their growing popularity, questions have been raised about their safety. …
2011-129 October 4, 2011 For immediate release OTTAWA - Cooked turkey is a central part of many holiday celebrations in Canada - especially Thanksgiving. Health Canada would like to remind all Canadians of some steps they can take to help ensure …
For immediate release Backgrounder: Canada's Chemicals Management Plan OTTAWA - The Government of Canada today announced the renewal of its commitment to protect Canadian families and consumers by updating Canada's world-leading Chemicals …
For immediate release Backgrounder: New Tobacco Labelling Regulations OTTAWA - The Harper Government gave final approval for tough new warning labels on cigarettes and little cigar packages, the Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, Minister of Health, and the …
2011-110 August 4, 2011 For immediate release OTTAWA - Health Canada is informing healthcare practitioners and patients of a labelling update for finasteride drugs to add safety information on rare reports of breast cancer in men. Finasteride is a …
2011-104 July 25, 2011 For immediate release OTTAWA - Health Canada is advising Canadians that we have updated our list of unauthorized health products to include a new product, "Tibet Babao," which was found to contain undeclared …
2011-103 July 25, 2011 For immediate release Backgrounder: Cadmium in Children's Jewellery Products Risk Assessment Report: Draft Proposal for Cadmium Limits in Children's Jewellery OTTAWA - The Harper Government is taking action to …
2011-100 July 20, 2011 For immediate release OTTAWA - Health Canada is reminding Canadians not to burn pressure- or surface-treated wood. Both types of treated wood are considered safe when used as intended, but should never be burned. Whether on …
2011-99 July 20, 2011 For immediate release OTTAWA - Health Canada is informing health professionals and consumers that the labelling information for the drug metoclopramide is being updated to include stronger warnings on the risk of a movement …
2011-98 July 15, 2011 For immediate release CAMPBELL RIVER - The Honourable John Duncan, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development, on behalf of the Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, Minister of Health, today attended the official opening of …
2011-97 July 13, 2011 For immediate release OTTAWA - Health Canada is advising Canadians that Procter & Gamble is conducting a voluntary recall of "Oral B Anti-Cavity Dental Rinse- Alcohol Free" (NPN 02129930) and "Oral-B Anti- …
2011-89 July 6, 2011 For immediate release OTTAWA - Health Canada is advising Canadians that we have updated our list of unauthorized health products. These products were also removed from sale at Male and Female Harmony retail stores in Richmond …
2011-86 June 28, 2011 For immediate release OTTAWA - Now that summer is here, Health Canada would like to remind Canadians of steps they can take to protect themselves from foodborne illnesses: clean, separate, cook and chill. As the temperature …
2011-80 June 17, 2011 For immediate release Backgrounder: Marihuana Medical Access Program OTTAWA - To reduce the risk of abuse and exploitation by criminal elements and keep our children and communities safe, the Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, …
2011-75 June 7, 2011 For immediate release OTTAWA - Health Canada is advising Canadians that Tanta Pharmaceuticals Inc. is conducting a voluntary recall of all lots of Junior Strength Acetaminophen Tablets 160 mg and Children's Strength …
2011-74 June 7, 2011 For immediate release OTTAWA - Health Canada is informing health professionals and consumers, particularly women, that it is conducting an ongoing safety review of drospirenone-containing oral contraceptives to evaluate the …
2011-71 May 19, 2011 For immediate release OTTAWA - Health Canada is cautioning Canadians with severe wheat allergies that other cereal grains, such as oats or barley, may contain low levels of wheat because of the way these grains are grown and …
2011-62 May 04, 2011 For immediate release OTTAWA - Health Canada is advising Canadians about the potential dangers of buying pesticides over the internet. In recent years, an increasing number of homeowners and gardeners have been looking for …
2011-60 April 19, 2011 For immediate release OTTAWA - Health Canada would like to remind Canadians of the importance of proper handling and preparation of eggs in order to prevent foodborne illness. Although Salmonella is not very common in …
2011-59 April 19, 2011 For immediate release OTTAWA - Health Canada is reminding Canadians, including parents and caregivers, about health risks associated with the use of topical benzocaine products, including a rare but potentially serious blood …
