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$1.4 Billion for Primary Health Care in Ontario
The Ontario government has unveiled a $1.4 billion primary health-care action plan aimed at connecting two million residents to a
Flu and RSV Cases Spike in B.C., While COVID-19 Rates Remain Low
British Columbia is experiencing a surge in flu and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) cases, prompting health officials to remind the
New Brunswick Reports 44 Measles Cases, Mostly in Youth
New Brunswick is facing a growing measles outbreak, with 44 confirmed cases as of today. The outbreak began last month
First Case of Human Avian Influenza.
The Public Health Agency of Canada has announced a significant update regarding the first confirmed human case of avian influenza
Health Data
Canada’s Budget 2024: A Bold Leap Towards Fairness and Innovation
In a significant development from Health Canada, the Honourable Ya’ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister
Canada’s Provincial and Territorial Routine Vaccination Schedule for Infants and Children
Canada’s Provincial and Territorial Routine Vaccination Schedule for Infants and Children This table summarizes the current routine vaccination schedule for infants and
Enhancing Long-Term Care in Canada: Join the Government’s Online Consultation.
In response to the growing importance of providing optimal care for our aging population, the Government of Canada has taken a significant
Health Canada releases new data on cannabis use in Canada.
The results of the 2022 Canadian Cannabis Survey were released by Health Canada. Since 2017, Health Canada has conducted the Canadian Cannabis
Disease analysis
A Wake-Up Call for Vaccination: Whooping Cough Cases
In recent months, Canada has seen a significant increase in whooping cough cases across several provinces, raising concerns among public
Mpox Update: Canada’s Current Situation and Global Response
August 16, 2024 | Public Health Agency of Canada Mpox, formerly called monkeypox, remains under close surveillance by the Public
Canada’s Response on Monkeypox
August 14, 2024 | Ottawa, ON – The Government of Canada has taken action following the World Health Organization’s (WHO)
FluWatch report by Health Canada
FluWatch report by Health Canada Most measures of influenza activity at the national level either did not change from the
Health News
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Government of Canada spotlights first community-based projects to spearhead Canada’s largest investment in improving youth mental health
Source: Health Canada Published on 2025-02-20
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Government of Canada to make an important announcement about youth mental health
Source: Health Canada Published on 2025-02-18
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Government of Canada takes further action to address fentanyl precursor chemicals
Source: Health Canada Published on 2025-02-14
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Government of Canada Provides $1.7 million to Improve Access to Sexual and Reproductive Health Services
Source: Health Canada Published on 2025-02-13
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Clinical Practice Guideline for the Management of Perinatal Mood, Anxiety and Related Disorders
Source: Health Canada Published on 2025-02-12
Product Recalls
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Health Canada warns that "Travel Car Seat for toddler" available on Amazon.ca may pose a risk of injury
Source: recall Published on 2025-02-21
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Costway Kids Kitchen Step Stool recalled due to entrapment hazard
Source: recall Published on 2025-02-21
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Sauder Woodworking Clothing Storage Unit Tip-Over Restraint Straps recalled due to tip-over and entrapment hazards to children
Source: recall Published on 2025-02-20
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Rubio Monocoat Oil Plus 2C Interior Wood Stain and Finish Kits recalled due to improper labelling
Source: recall Published on 2025-02-20
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Kubota MX5400DTC tractor recalled due to risk of injury
Source: recall Published on 2025-02-20
Public Health update
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Measles and Rubella Weekly Monitoring Report: Week 48 (November 24 - November 30, 2024)
Source: Public Health Agency Published on 2024-12-12
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Measles and Rubella Weekly Monitoring Report: Week 47 (November 17 - November 23, 2024)
Source: Public Health Agency Published on 2024-12-06
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CCDR: Volume 50-12, December 2024: Tuberculosis
Source: Public Health Agency Published on 2024-12-05
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Measles & Rubella Weekly Monitoring Report Week 46: November 10 to November 16, 2024
Source: Public Health Agency Published on 2024-11-29
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Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention in Canada, Vol 44, No 11/12, November/December 2024
Source: Public Health Agency Published on 2024-11-27
Diseases and health condition
Measles: Symptoms and treatment
Symptoms of measles Symptoms can appear 7 to 21 days after being infected with the measles virus. People infected with
CIHR Institute of Circulatory and Respiratory Health Strategic Plan 2022-2025
CIHR Institute of Circulatory and Respiratory Health Strategic Plan 2022-2025 The Institute of Circulatory and Respiratory Health (ICRH) Canada plays
Enhancing Long-Term Care in Canada: Join the Government’s Online Consultation.
In response to the growing importance of providing optimal care for our aging population, the Government of Canada has taken
Health Analysis
AI Tool Reduces Unexpected Hospital Deaths by 26%
A groundbreaking AI tool, known as Chartwatch, is making significant strides in improving patient outcomes at St. Michael’s Hospital in
Statement from the Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health
Date: May 17, 2024 Location: Ottawa, Ontario Source: Health Canada The overdose crisis stands as one of the most
Canada’s Budget 2024: A Bold Leap Towards Fairness and Innovation
In a significant development from Health Canada, the Honourable Ya’ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister
Researches
Canada’s Dietary Guidelines – Health Canada
Canada’s Dietary Guidelines set out Health Canada’s guidelines and considerations on healthy eating. Dietary Guidelines provide recommendations for healthy eating based
Public Health Ontario 2024–29 Strategic Plan
Ontario Strategic Plan 2024-2029 was developed in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, which has had profound and long-lasting impacts
Report on Mpox in Ontario
This report provides an epidemiologic summary of mpox (formerly known as monkeypox) in Ontario and includes the most current information
Parent’s Guide to Vaccination
Parent’s Guide to Vaccination by Health Canada Canada’s Parent’s Guide to Vaccination provides valuable information for parents and caregivers. Here are