June 10, 2024 | Ottawa, ON | Government of Canada Regular visits to an oral health professional have proven to reduce the risk of tooth decay, gum disease and other serious health problems, such as cardiovascular disease and stroke. Sadly, some people have to choose between paying their bills or taking care of their teeth,…

Statement National Blood Donor Week and World Blood Donor Day on June 14, is an important time to raise awareness about blood, plasma and blood products donation and recognize the donors who help save lives with their contributions. June 13, 2024 | Ottawa, ON | Health Canada National Blood Donor Week and World Blood Donor…

June 17 , 2024 | Ottawa, ON | Health Canada Canadians deserve to live in a safe and healthy environment. That is why the Government of Canada is ensuring transparency, safety and protection of human health and the environment by developing and implementing pest control product regulation. Today, the Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health,…

June 17 , 2024 | Ottawa, ON | Health Canada More than 46,000 people in Canada die because of tobacco use every year. Through Canada’s Tobacco Strategy, the Government of Canada is working to save lives and significantly reduce the number of Canadians who smoke cigarettes and use other tobacco products from the current rate…

June 24, 2024 | Ottawa, ON | Health Canada Providing timely access to appropriate mental health care is an essential part of ensuring every young person in Canada can reach their full potential. Stress and anxiety are taking a toll on the mental health of young people. Easy and equitable access to mental health services,…

June 25, 2024 | Ottawa, ON | Health Canada Canadians should have access to the health products they need, when they need them. Today, Health Canada published a plan called Building Resilience: Health Canada’s Plan to Address Health Product Shortages. This plan outlines proposed actions the Department will take over the next four years to…