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Statement from the Minister of Health on Corded Window Coverings
OTTAWA - Corded window coverings pose a danger to children. There is significant concern that children continue to be entangled in accessible cords. Strangulation happens silently and can lead to injury or even death. (Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada)
Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada - November 1, 2016 Category: American Health Authors: Health Canada Source Type: news

Health Minister to Address Social Finance Forum in Toronto
The Honourable Jane Philpott, Federal Minister of Health, will provide remarks at the Social Finance Forum, and will make an important announcement about a new hypertension initiative in Canada. (Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada)
Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada - October 27, 2016 Category: American Health Authors: Health Canada Source Type: news

Vision for a Healthy Canada
The vision for a healthy Canada takes a holistic and pragmatic approach to health, focusing on healthy eating, healthy living, and healthy mind. (Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada)
Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada - October 24, 2016 Category: American Health Authors: Health Canada Source Type: news

Revision of Canada's Food Guide
On October 24, Health Canada launched a process to revise Canada's Food Guide to reflect the latest scientific evidence and to better support Canadians in making healthy food choices. (Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada)
Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada - October 24, 2016 Category: American Health Authors: Health Canada Source Type: news

Minister of Health announces revision of the Food Guide, Healthy Eating initiatives, as part of a vision for a healthy Canada
The Government of Canada is taking action to help Canadians make healthy choices for themselves and their families. (Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada)
Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada - October 24, 2016 Category: American Health Authors: Health Canada Source Type: news

Healthy Eating Strategy
(Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada)
Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada - October 24, 2016 Category: American Health Authors: Health Canada Source Type: news

Front-Of-Package (FOP) Nutrition Labelling
FOP nutrition labelling refers to simplified nutritional information displayed on the front of packaged foods, where it can easily be seen by consumers. (Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada)
Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada - October 24, 2016 Category: American Health Authors: Health Canada Source Type: news

Health Canada media technical briefing on healthy eating
Health Canada officials will hold a technical briefing on Food Guide revisions following the Federal Health Minister's announcement in Montreal. (Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada)
Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada - October 24, 2016 Category: American Health Authors: Health Canada Source Type: news

Message from the Minister of Health - Canadian Patient Safety Week - October 24 - 28, 2016
Canadian Patient Safety Week is a national, annual campaign to inspire improvements in patient safety and quality. Health care facilities and organizations across the country will be participating in events and activities to help increase awareness this week. (Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada)
Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada - October 24, 2016 Category: American Health Authors: Health Canada Source Type: news

Minister Philpott speaking at the Canadian Cardiovascular Congress 2016
The Honourable Jane Philpott, Federal Minister of Health, will announce significant steps by the Government of Canada in assisting Canadians in making healthy food choices, and outline her vision for a healthy Canada. (Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada)
Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada - October 22, 2016 Category: American Health Authors: Health Canada Source Type: news

Joint Statement from the Minister of Health & the Minister of Indigenous and Northern Affairs Regarding Suicides in Saskatchewan
OTTAWA - Like all Canadians, we have been heartbroken to learn about the recent suicides in First Nation communities in Saskatchewan. We offer our heartfelt condolences to the families and communities who have been affected. (Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada)
Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada - October 22, 2016 Category: American Health Authors: Health Canada Source Type: news

Government takes action to develop national guidelines for concussion management
The frequency of concussions in sport and their potential for serious health consequences are increasingly being recognized as a serious public health issue in Canada. (Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada)
Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada - October 20, 2016 Category: American Health Authors: Health Canada Source Type: news

Message from the Minister of Health - Women's History Month - October 2016
October is Women's History Month in Canada, a time to recognize the women who have helped shape our lives and our country. This month is particularly special for me as it gives me a chance to highlight the women who work in the fields of health and sciences in Canada, past and present. (Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada)
Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada - October 19, 2016 Category: American Health Authors: Health Canada Source Type: news

Statement from the Minister of Health following the meeting with representatives of First Nations, Inuit and M étis national organizations
Toronto, ON - Today, I had the opportunity to meet again with representatives from the Assembly of First Nations, Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami, the Métis National Council and the provincial and territorial governments to discuss Indigenous health priorities and opportunities for collaboration. (Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada)
Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada - October 19, 2016 Category: American Health Authors: Health Canada Source Type: news

Government of Canada Announces Mental Wellness Help Line for Indigenous Peoples
Left untreated, mental illness can be incredibly damaging to individuals and communities, and supports need to be both accessible and culturally appropriate. That is why the Government of Canada is committed to working with First Nations and Inuit leaders, as well as provincial and territorial governments, to provide effective, sustainable and culturally appropriate mental wellness programs and services for First Nations and Inuit. (Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada)
Source: Government of Canada News - Health Canada - October 18, 2016 Category: American Health Authors: Health Canada Source Type: news