Latest Health in Canada Stories
Factsheet: Harper Government Renews Funding for Health Information OTTAWA, June 27, 2012 /CNW/ - The Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, Minister of Health, today announced Harper Government funding to allow the Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI) to continue its work of providing reliable data about the health care system. "The Harper Government is committed to protecting the health and safety of Canadians," said Minister Aglukkaq. "This investment will fund research that...
OTTAWA, June 26, 2012 /CNW/ - The Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, Minister of Health will make an announcement to increase accountability and reporting of results in Canada's healthcare system. Minister Aglukkaq will be available to answer questions from the media following her remarks. Date June 27, 2012 Time 10:00am Location University of Ottawa - Faculty of Medicine Health Sciences Library 451 Smyth Road Ottawa, ON SOURCE Health Canada
OTTAWA, June 22, 2012 /CNW/ - Counterfeit health products might not just be a consumer ripoff, they can also be dangerous to your health. While counterfeit health products may look like the ones you use every day, they have not been reviewed by Health Canada for safety, quality or effectiveness. They may also contain hidden ingredients not listed on the label, dangerous additives and/or contaminated ingredients. In addition, they may lack the active ingredients Canadians would...
OTTAWA, June 21, 2012 /CNW/ - The issue: "Natural Vigor Maximum" (Exemption Number: 138273) has been removed from sale from various retail outlets in Ontario after testing by Health Canada identified a hidden ingredient (dimethylhomosildenafil) that may pose serious risks to the health of Canadians. Who is affected: Canadians using "Natural Vigor Maximum," particularly individuals with heart problems, those at risk of stroke or those taking any nitrate drug (e.g....
OTTAWA, June 11, 2012 /CNW/ - The Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, Minister of Health, along with the Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State for Seniors, will make an investment in healthcare. Minister Aglukkaq will be available to answer questions from the media following their remarks. Date June 12, 2012 Time 9:15am Location Hospice at May Court Library 114 Cameron Avenue Ottawa, ON SOURCE Health Canada
SUNRISE, Fla., June 5, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Direct Insite Corp. (OTC BB: DIRI.OB), a leading provider of cloud-based e-invoicing solutions for accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payments automation, today announced that the company will present at the Marcum MicroCap Conference on June 20th at the Roosevelt Hotel in New York City. Matthew E. Oakes, President, CEO and Director of Direct Insite, will present on behalf of the Company. The event is being hosted by Marcum...
OTTAWA, June 4, 2012 /CNW/ - The Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, Minister of Health, accompanied by Shelly Glover, Member of Parliament for Saint Boniface - Winnipeg; and Fredericton Police Chief Barry MacKnight, will make an important announcement concerning regulations under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act. Date Tuesday, June 5, 2012 Time 10:00 a.m. Location Brooke Claxton Building Room 0115C Tunney's Pasture Ottawa ON SOURCE Health Canada
Active Healthy Kids Canada releases 2012 Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth TORONTO, May 29, 2012 /CNW/ - Have you noticed parks, playgrounds and neighbourhood streets are not bustling with kids playing like they used to be? Once known as a regular part of a child's day, active play is now on the brink of becoming extinct. Play comes in many forms, but it is generally freely chosen, spontaneous, self-directed and fun. The 2012 Active Healthy Kids Canada...
OTTAWA, May 23, 2012 /CNW/ - The issue: Unauthorized health products, "X-Rock", "Kaboom" and "One For Her" have been removed from sale from various retail outlets in British Columbia and Saskatchewan. Health Canada's testing of these products identified undeclared prescription drugs sildenafil, and tadalafil and an undeclared substance, hydroxythiohomosildenafil, which is similar to sildenafil. These products may pose serious cardiovascular risks to the health of Canadians....
TORONTO, May 22, 2012 /CNW/ - This May, people of all ages across Canada are showing their "Shades of Fun" for CNIB's Vision Health Month. Now in its third year, Shades of Fun is a one-of-a-kind, fun-filled CNIB event that's all about having a good time for a great cause! "Thousands of Canadians from coast to coast are participating in Shades of Fun by wearing their shades, raising awareness about UV damage and raising funds for CNIB's vital services for Canadians who are blind...
