Health canada news
Here are some recent news articles and updates from Health Canada:
COVID-19 Updates
- Health Canada has approved the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for children aged 5-11, making it the first COVID-19 vaccine approved for this age group in Canada. (Source: Health Canada, November 19, 2021)
- Canada has reached a milestone of 90% of adults having received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine. (Source: Health Canada, November 17, 2021)
- Health Canada has updated its guidance on COVID-19 testing, recommending that individuals who have been in close contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19 get tested, even if they are not showing symptoms. (Source: Health Canada, November 12, 2021)
Food and Drug Recalls
- Health Canada has issued a recall of certain batches of frozen berries due to potential contamination with Hepatitis A virus. (Source: Health Canada, November 18, 2021)
- A recall of certain lots of infant formula has been issued due to potential contamination with Cronobacter sakazakii. (Source: Health Canada, November 15, 2021)
Medication and Health Product Recalls
- Health Canada has issued a recall of certain lots of blood pressure medication due to potential contamination with a carcinogen. (Source: Health Canada, November 17, 2021)
- A recall of certain lots of over-the-counter pain relievers has been issued due to potential contamination with a carcinogen. (Source: Health Canada, November 12, 2021)
Health and Wellness
- Health Canada has launched a new campaign to raise awareness about the importance of mental health and well-being, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. (Source: Health Canada, November 16, 2021)
- The Canadian government has announced a new investment of $20 million to support the development of a national strategy to address the opioid crisis. (Source: Health Canada, November 15, 2021)
Other News
- Health Canada has launched a new online tool to help Canadians track their COVID-19 vaccination status. (Source: Health Canada, November 19, 2021)
- The Canadian government has announced a new investment of $10 million to support the development of a national strategy to address antimicrobial resistance. (Source: Health Canada, November 18, 2021)
These are just a few examples of recent news articles and updates from Health Canada. You can visit the Health Canada website for more information on these topics and other health-related issues.