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New rules will enhance oversight of marijuana for medical purposes authorizations - Increasing information sharing by licensed producers with Canadian healthcare licensing bodies
Today, the Honourable Rona Ambrose, Minister of Health, announced the coming into force of amendments to the Narcotic Control Regulations and the Marihuana for Medical Purposes Regulations to further strengthen public health and safety. (Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada)
Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada - June 11, 2015 Category: American Health Authors: Health Canada Source Type: news

Statement on the Release of the Council of Canadian Academies Report, Health Product Risk Communication: Is the Message Getting Through?
Health Canada wishes to thank the Council of Canadian Academies (CCA) and the work of its Expert Panel for the comprehensive report, Health Product Risk Communication: Is the Message Getting Through? (Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada)
Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada - June 10, 2015 Category: American Health Authors: Health Canada Source Type: news

World No Tobacco Day – May 31, 2015
Every year, on May 31, the World Health Organization (WHO) and its partners mark World No Tobacco Day, highlighting the health risks associated with tobacco use and advocating for effective policies to reduce tobacco consumption. (Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada)
Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada - June 2, 2015 Category: American Health Authors: Health Canada Source Type: news

Sun Awareness Week
As Canadians, we know that our hot sunny days are limited, and so when the warm temperatures finally hit, we shed our layers and head outdoors to enjoy the sunshine. (Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada)
Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada - June 2, 2015 Category: American Health Authors: Health Canada Source Type: news

Minister Clement to make an important announcement about nutrition labelling education.
On behalf of Federal Health Minister Rona Ambrose, the Honourable Tony Clement, President of the Treasury Board, will make an important announcement about nutrition labelling education. (Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada)
Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada - May 30, 2015 Category: American Health Authors: Health Canada Source Type: news

Minister Ambrose Launches Video Testimonials on Prescription Drug Abuse
The Honourable Rona Ambrose, Minister of Health, today unveiled four promotional videos featuring personal stories from Canadians directly affected by prescription drug abuse. As part of the federal approach to combatting prescription drug abuse, these powerful videos aim to increase awareness of the effects of prescription drug abuse on the lives of youth and their families. Each video reflects the real life story of Canadians and the impact of prescription drug abuse on their family, and through a series of powerful images and testimonials, they tell the story of addiction; its consequences, treatment, and recovery. (Sou...
Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada - May 30, 2015 Category: American Health Authors: Health Canada Source Type: news

Government of Canada Launches New Phase of Nutrition Facts Education Campaign
Consumers encouraged to better use the Nutrition Facts table (Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada)
Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada - May 30, 2015 Category: American Health Authors: Health Canada Source Type: news

Government of Canada improves access to gluten-free foods
To mark Celiac Awareness Month, on behalf of the Honourable Rona Ambrose, Minister of Health, Kelly Block, Member of Parliament for Saskatoon-Rosetown-Biggar, and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Natural Resources, today announced changes that will result in more safe food choices for Canadians with celiac disease by approving "gluten-free" claims on specially produced oats and foods containing these oats. (Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada)
Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada - May 30, 2015 Category: American Health Authors: Health Canada Source Type: news

Minister Ambrose speaks to local law enforcement regarding prescription drug abuse
The Honourable Rona Ambrose, Minister of Health, will meet with the representatives of Calgary's Police Services to discuss Prescription Drug Abuse. (Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada)
Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada - May 28, 2015 Category: American Health Authors: Health Canada Source Type: news

Member of Parliament, Ryan Leef Announces $17 million Investment to Strengthen Health Services in the Yukon
Today, on behalf of the Honourable Rona Ambrose, Minister of Health, Ryan Leef, Member of Parliament for Yukon, along with territorial Minister of Health and Social Services Mike Nixon, announced a three-year total investment of just over $17 million to strengthen access to services in the areas of mental wellness and chronic disease in the Yukon. (Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada)
Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada - May 23, 2015 Category: American Health Authors: Health Canada Source Type: news

Statement from Minister Ambrose on Thalidomide
More than fifty years ago, Thalidomide was approved by Health Canada and prescribed to treat morning sickness in expectant mothers. Tragically, Thalidomide caused serious and permanent physical and emotional damage to mothers, children and families. (Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada)
Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada - May 23, 2015 Category: American Health Authors: Health Canada Source Type: news

Health Canada Statement on Fruit Juice
Health Canada wishes to clarify some confusion resulting from media reports that fruit juice may be removed from Canada's Food Guide. (Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada)
Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada - May 22, 2015 Category: American Health Authors: Health Canada Source Type: news

Member of Parliament Ryan Leef will make an announcement with Mike Nixon, Minister of Health and Social Services for Yukon
Ryan Leef, Member of Parliament for Yukon, on behalf of the Honourable Rona Ambrose, Minister of Health, will announce an investment under the Territorial Health Investment Fund that will strengthen health services in Yukon. (Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada)
Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada - May 22, 2015 Category: American Health Authors: Health Canada Source Type: news

Speaking Notes for the Hon. Rona Ambrose, Minister of Health - Commons Standing Committee on Health meets to hear witnesses on Main Estimates 2015-16
Commons Standing Committee on Health meets to hear witnesses on Main Estimates 2015-16: Votes 1 and 5 under CANADIAN FOOD INSPECTION, Votes 1 and 5 under CANADIAN INSTITUTES OF RESEARCH, Votes 1, 5 and 10 under HEALTH, Vote 1 under PATENTED MEDICINE PRICES REVIEW BOARD. (Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada)
Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada - May 21, 2015 Category: American Health Authors: Health Canada Source Type: news

Combatting Prescription Drug Abuse: Government of Canada Accomplishments
The Government of Canada has expanded the National Anti-Drug Strategy to include prescription drug abuse, supported by more than $44M over 5 years provided through Economic Action Plan 2014. (Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada)
Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada - May 20, 2015 Category: American Health Authors: Health Canada Source Type: news