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Published on December 22, 2011 - 17:10 GMT

Rasilez (aliskiren): Health Canada reviewing safety of blood-pressure drug

2011-175 December 22, 2011 For immediate release OTTAWA - In light of the recent company decision (Novartis press release) to stop a multi-national clinical trial known as the ALTITUDE study, Health Canada is informing Canadians that it is reviewing …

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Published on December 21, 2011 - 15:10 GMT

Reminding Canadians to be Food Safe during the Holidays

2011-174 December 21, 2011 For immediate release OTTAWA - Food is an important part of many holiday celebrations. However, many of the foods found at holiday parties, such as baked goods, eggnog, cider, seafood and turkey, can carry bacteria that …

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Published on December 19, 2011 - 20:16 GMT

Canadians warned about dangers of button batteries

2011-173 December 19, 2011 For immediate release OTTAWA - Cases of people swallowing button batteries reported to manufacturers and health officials that result in serious internal injury and death are on the rise. These small disc-shaped button …

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Published on December 19, 2011 - 19:15 GMT

Bisphosphonate osteoporosis drugs (Aclasta, Actonel, Didrocal, Fosamax, Fosavance): Small but increased risk of unusual thigh bone ...

2011-172 December 19, 2011 For immediate release OTTAWA - Health Canada is updating Canadians with respect to its review of bisphosphonate drugs, used to treat osteoporosis, and the risk of a rare but serious type of thigh bone fracture known as an …

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Published on December 13, 2011 - 18:12 GMT

Government of Canada increases options for Natural Health Products

2011-168 December 13, 2011 For immediate release OSHAWA - Parliamentary Secretary of Health Colin Carrie today announced changes to the classification of ten naturally sourced ingredients making them eligible for inclusion in natural health products …

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Published on December 9, 2011 - 19:15 GMT

Consumers advised to carefully follow updated instructions for the Baby Bullet Food System

2011-168 December 9, 2011 For immediate release The issue: Health Canada is advising consumers to obtain updated user instructions for the Baby Bullet Food System. The updated instructions remind consumers to make sure that the system's …

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Published on December 9, 2011 - 19:13 GMT

Government of Canada supports drug abuse prevention for Northern and Prairie vulnerable youth

2011-167 December 09, 2011 For immediate release Factsheet: National Anti-Drug Strategy Funding for the Council on Drug Abuse - December 2011 OTTAWA - Shelly Glover, Member of Parliament for Saint Boniface, on behalf of the Honourable Leona …

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Published on December 7, 2011 - 16:12 GMT

Reminding Pregnant Women of the Importance of Food Safety

2011-165 December 7, 2011 For immediate release OTTAWA - Health Canada is reminding women who are pregnant of the importance of food safety. During pregnancy, both the expecting mother and the unborn child are at an increased risk for foodborne …

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Published on December 5, 2011 - 19:13 GMT

Yasmin and Yaz (drospirenone): Updated information on increased risk of blood clots

2011-164 December 5, 2011 For immediate release OTTAWA - Health Canada has completed a safety review of drospirenone-containing oral contraceptives (marketed under the brand names Yasmin and Yaz) with respect to the risk of blood clots (venous …

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Published on December 2, 2011 - 16:11 GMT

UPDATE: Three Additional Unauthorized Health Products Tested: May Pose Serious Health Risks

2011-162 December 2, 2011 For immediate release OTTAWA - Health Canada is advising Canadians that we have updated our list of unauthorized health products to include "Yanshiwang", "Jin Kong Fu" and "Chong Cao She Bian Zhuang …

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Published on December 1, 2011 - 17:14 GMT

Minister of Health recognizes the launch of Aboriginal AIDS Awareness Week 2011 and World AIDS Day

2011-161 December 01, 2011 For immediate release Factsheet: Canada highlights support for innovative HIV Vaccine Research OTTAWA - In recognition of both Aboriginal AIDS Awareness Week and World AIDS Day in Canada, the Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, …

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Published on November 28, 2011 - 22:14 GMT

Health Canada directs Hoffmann-La Roche to remove use of Avastin (bevacizumab) for the treatment of metastatic breast cancer from ...

2011-159 November 28, 2011 For immediate release OTTAWA - Health Canada is advising Canadians of its decision to suspend authorization of Avastin for use in the treatment of a certain type of breast cancer (metastatic breast cancer). Based on …

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Published on November 24, 2011 - 19:10 GMT

Reminding Canadians about the Risks of Eating Raw or Undercooked Shellfish

2011-158 November 24, 2011 For immediate release OTTAWA - Health Canada would like to remind Canadians that raw shellfish - such as oysters, clams, scallops, mussels and cockles - can carry bacteria, viruses and toxins that can cause foodborne …

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Published on November 16, 2011 - 18:11 GMT

CooperVision Expands List of Contact Lenses

2011-156 November 16, 2011 For immediate release OTTAWA – CooperVision, in consultation with Health Canada, is expanding the product list of their voluntary worldwide recall of contact lenses . Health Canada is working with the company to identify …

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Published on October 25, 2011 - 17:10 GMT

Reminding Canadians of Food Safety This Halloween

2011-144 October 25, 2011 For immediate release OTTAWA - Halloween is a fun and exciting time for children. Health Canada would like to remind all Canadians of some important safety tips they can use to ensure that Halloween remains an enjoyable …

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Published on October 25, 2011 - 13:12 GMT

Xigris (drotrecogin alfa) withdrawn worldwide

2011-142 October 25, 2011 For immediate release OTTAWA - Health Canada is informing Canadians that it is working with Eli Lilly Canada, Inc. to withdraw the drug Xigris (drotrecogin alfa) from the Canadian market, in light of the company's …

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Published on October 17, 2011 - 17:14 GMT

Reminding Canadians of Potential Safety Concerns in Home Canning and Bottling

2011-136 October 17, 2011 For immediate release OTTAWA - Health Canada would like to remind Canadians of the importance of good food safety practices while home canning. With the renewed popularity of seasonal, local eating and the desire to …

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Published on October 13, 2011 - 19:10 GMT

Citalopram: Health Canada reviewing dose-related heart risk

2011-134 October 13, 2011 For immediate release OTTAWA - Health Canada is reviewing the heart-related safety of the prescription antidepressant citalopram. The review is in light of new study data suggesting that high doses (60 mg/day) can affect …

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Published on October 13, 2011 - 18:10 GMT

Partners Sign Historic First Nations Health Agreement

For immediate release Backgrounder: B.C. Tripartite Framework Agreement on First Nation Health Governance VANCOUVER - The Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, federal Minister of Health, British Columbia Minister of Health Michael De Jong, the B.C. First …

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Published on October 6, 2011 - 17:10 GMT

Harper Government Announces New Measures to Support Families - New Approach on Energy Drinks

For immediate release Backgrounder: Information for Parents on Caffeine in Energy Drinks OTTAWA - The Harper Government today announced new measures that will provide consumers with more information about energy drinks, to help ensure Canadian …

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