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Government of Canada moves forward with proposal to ban menthol in tobacco products

Staying healthy is about more than just visiting a doctor. It is the result of the positive choices we make every day. The Government of Canada continues to take action in helping Canadians make healthy choices for themselves and their families.

Remarks from the Honourable Jane Philpott, Minister of Health to the Canadian Cardiovascular Congress

Thank you very much. Hello everyone and thank you for the welcome. I am thrilled to be here this morning in Quebec, in the beautiful city of Montréal. We could not have had a better place for our announcement today. As you know, Montréal is a world gastronomic capital and I want to talk primarily about food today. So what better than to be here in Montréal at the Canadian Cardiovascular Congress, surrounded by experts in healthy lifestyles.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Healthy Eating Strategy

Healthy Eating Strategy

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.