Recommended Pages at hc-sc.gc.ca
Action Against Tuberculosis among Canada's First Nations People
hc-sc.gc.ca — “As part of the Government of Canada?s commitment to reducing the rate of tuberculosis (TB) among Canada?s First Nations people, the Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, Minister of Health, today released Health Canada?s Strategy Against Tuberculosis for First Nations On-Reserve.” View full resource at hc-sc.gc.ca
Most Recently Shared on March 21, 2012 at 8:23 pm By:
#canada Against Tuberculosis among Canada’s First Nations People http://t.co/h7hLz97E #rn #health #nursing
Apotex Inc Voluntarily Recalls One Lot of Hypertension Medication Apo-Ramipril 5 mg - Health Canada Advisory 2012-03-19
hc-sc.gc.ca — “Health Canada is informing Canadians that Apotex Incorporated is conducting a voluntary recall of one lot of Apo-Ramipril 5mg Capsules used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). The recall of Lot JR2178 was made to retail outlets across Canada.” View full resource at hc-sc.gc.ca
Most Recently Shared on March 20, 2012 at 6:26 pm By:
Heart and Stroke FDN Health Organization
Apotex Inc. is conducting a voluntary recall of 1 lot of hypertension drug, Apo-Ramipril. Visit: http://t.co/IddiLwcz for more info!
Minister of Health Highlights the Importance of Poison Prevention - Health Canada News Release 2012-03-29
hc-sc.gc.ca — “To mark Poison Prevention Week (March 18-24), the Government of Canada is joining consumer product safety agencies in the United States and Mexico to call attention to the dangers of unintentional poisoning, one of the leading causes of injury among children.” View full resource at hc-sc.gc.ca
Most Recently Shared on March 19, 2012 at 2:54 pm By:
Yoni Freedhoff Fitness Site, Physician, Doctor, and Family Medicine Doctor
Trans-fat task force called trans-fat poison. RT @healthcanada: Minister of Health Highlights Imp. of Poison Prevention http://t.co/clNN8KUR
Recall of One Lot of Rexall Extra Strength Sinus Relief Daytime and Nighttime Caplets - Health Canada Advisory 2012-03-12
hc-sc.gc.ca — “Health Canada is informing Canadians that Vita Health Products is conducting a voluntary recall of lot 00058398B of the "combo pack" Rexall Extra Strength Sinus Relief Daytime and Nightime Caplets due to a labelling error that misidentifies the daytime and nighttime medications (see photos below) the lot number is printed on the blister pack just above the expiry date).” View full resource at hc-sc.gc.ca
Most Recently Shared on March 13, 2012 at 7:51 am By:
#canada Recall of One Lot of Rexall Extra Strength Sinus Relief Daytime and Nighttime Caple... http://t.co/FF5YgVXe #rn #health #nursing
Consumers Warned of High Levels of Lead in Pizza Playset and Fishing Game - Health Canada Advisory 2012-02-20
hc-sc.gc.ca — “Health Canada is advising consumers to immediately discard the Pizza Playset and Fishing Game, two toys manufactured by Ningbo Ftz Zhengbao International Trading Co., Ltd in China. Health Canada?s sampling and evaluation program has revealed that these toys contain lead in excess of the allowable limit. Children can ingest harmful amounts of lead when they chew, suck or swallow items that contain it.” View full resource at hc-sc.gc.ca
Most Recently Shared on February 21, 2012 at 3:51 am By:
#canada Consumers Warned of High Levels of Lead in Pizza Playset and Fishing Game http://t.co/j0eJhPex #rn #health #nursing
Novartis Recall of Excedrin Products Extends to Canada
hc-sc.gc.ca — “Novartis Recall of Excedrin Products Extends to Canada” View full resource at hc-sc.gc.ca
Most Recently Shared on January 13, 2012 at 11:14 pm By:
Moira Kwok ND Naturopathic Doctor, Acupuncturist, and CAM
Health Canada has recalled Excedrin Extra Strength Caplets & Tension Headache Caplets exp before Dec 20 2014 -- http://t.co/qCVChip0
#canada Reminding Pregnant Women of the Importance of Food Safety http://t.co/trgzyy5b #rn #health #nursing
hc-sc.gc.ca — “#canada Reminding Pregnant Women of the Importance of Food Safety http://t.co/trgzyy5b #rn #health #nursing” View full resource at hc-sc.gc.ca
Most Recently Shared on December 8, 2011 at 9:43 am By:
#canada Reminding Pregnant Women of the Importance of Food Safety http://t.co/trgzyy5b #rn #health #nursing
Avastin (bevacizumab) - Advisories, Warnings & Recalls for the public
hc-sc.gc.ca — “Public Communication 2011/11/14. Health Canada Endorsed Important Safety Information on Avastin (bevacizumab) from Hoffmann-La Roche Limited. An increased risk of ovarian failure in premenopausal women was observed in a clinical trial comparing Avastin plus chemotherapy to chemotherapy alone as adjuvant treatment in patients with colon cancer.” View full resource at hc-sc.gc.ca
Most Recently Shared on November 15, 2011 at 6:28 pm By:
Moira Kwok ND Naturopathic Doctor, Acupuncturist, and CAM
Avastin for colon #cancer increased risk for ovarian failure in pre-menopausal women -- http://t.co/QyTRDtka
Health Canada Offers Practical Advice on Safe Cell Phone Use - Health Canada Information Update 2011-10-04
hc-sc.gc.ca — “Health Canada Offers Practical Advice on Safe Cell Phone Use - Health Canada Information Update 2011-10-04” View full resource at hc-sc.gc.ca
Most Recently Shared on October 8, 2011 at 1:00 pm By:
Dr Mahalia Freed, ND CAM and Naturopathic Doctor
Health Canada acknowledges health concerns and issues guidelines for safer cell phone use! #EMF #health #environment http://ow.ly/6ON7q
Consultation on Health Canada's Food Allergen Precautionary Labelling Policy Renewal - Summary of Comments from the Online and Face-to-Face Consultation Sessions
hc-sc.gc.ca — “From 2009 to 2010, Health Canada consulted with key stakeholders including the Canadian public on policy options to improve the use of precautionary labelling in identifying the possible presence of priority allergens in prepackaged foods” View full resource at hc-sc.gc.ca
Most Recently Shared on September 8, 2011 at 6:28 pm By:
www.glutenfreeda.com and "Ask Shelley Case" at www.befreeforme.com.
In recognition of Shelley’s major contributions to the celiac community and dedication to educating
health professionals and individuals with celiac disease in Canada and the United States, she was
awarded the Queen Elizabeth Golden Jubilee Medal. Shelley also recently received the Canadian
Celiac Association’s Honourary Life Member Award." /> Shelley Case, RD Nutritionist, Dietitian, and Active Health Library
Food allergen precautionary labeling consultation results @ http://t.co/uj35RBo
Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, September 2011 - Health Canada
hc-sc.gc.ca — “Ovarian cancer is often called "the disease that whispers", because there are often no symptoms during its early stages.” View full resource at hc-sc.gc.ca
Most Recently Shared on September 8, 2011 at 5:48 pm By:
Joanna Lynn CAM and Nutritionist
Currently reading: Message from the Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, Minister of Health via @HealthCanada http://t.co/3LiW231
Extreme Heat
hc-sc.gc.ca — “Extreme Heat” View full resource at hc-sc.gc.ca
Most Recently Shared on August 1, 2011 at 6:35 pm By:
Scott Reeves Health Communicator and Science Enthusiast
Protect yourself from extreme heat: http://tinyurl.com/3beswev #healthcanada #healthcare #education #heatwave
Procter and Gamble Recalls Mouthwash
hc-sc.gc.ca — “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-Bacterial with Fluoride - Alcohol Free Daily Use Mouthrinse" (DIN 02130823).” View full resource at hc-sc.gc.ca
Most Recently Shared on July 21, 2011 at 6:20 pm By:
CDA Health Organization and Dentistry
"According to Procter & Gamble, if present, the microbial level poses virtually no risk to healthy people.... http://fb.me/19842AaL2
Retrait d'Omega Alpha Kidney Flush du march canadien car il peut causer des effets indsirables graves chez les femmes enceintes et les personnes atteintes d'une maladie rnale - Avis de Sant Canada 2011-05-04
hc-sc.gc.ca — “Retrait d'Omega Alpha Kidney Flush du march canadien car il peut causer des effets indsirables graves chez les femmes enceintes et les personnes atteintes d'une maladie rnale - Avis de Sant Canada 2011-05-04” View full resource at hc-sc.gc.ca
Most Recently Shared on May 5, 2011 at 7:39 pm By:
Kidney Foundation Health Organization and Nephrology
Avis public de Santé Canada concernant “Omega Alpha Kidney Flush”. Ce produit est retiré du marché canadien car il... http://fb.me/ZtyI7Wb2
"Omega Alpha Kidney Flush" Being Recalled from the Canadian Market: May Cause Serious Adverse Reactions in Pregnant Women and Kidney Disease Patients - Health Canada Advisory 2011-05-04
hc-sc.gc.ca — “"Omega Alpha Kidney Flush" Being Recalled from the Canadian Market: May Cause Serious Adverse Reactions in Pregnant Women and Kidney Disease Patients - Health Canada Advisory 2011-05-04” View full resource at hc-sc.gc.ca
Most Recently Shared on May 5, 2011 at 7:37 pm By:
Kidney Foundation Health Organization and Nephrology
Health Canada Issues Advisory on “Omega Alpha Kidney Flush”. This product may cause serious adverse reactions in... http://fb.me/PT1lJkwG
