Ottawa – Acne is a common skin condition and there are many ways to treat it. However, some treatments should be used with caution. Acne is common in young adults, teens and pre-teens and may cause emotional and self-esteem problems. In severe cases, medical treatment may be needed. There are many over-the-counter products that can help treat acne. Acne is …
Staying Healthy in Hot Weather
Toronto – Hot weather can put your health at risk. Heat-related illness includes heat stroke, heat exhaustion, heat fainting, heat rash and muscle cramps. Finding and spending time in a cool space can help protect against the effects of hot weather. Make plans to keep cool before the hot weather starts. If you have an air conditioner, make sure it …
Feds, BC partner to improve contraception, diabetes coverage
Vancouver – Canadians should have access to the medications they need, regardless of where they live or their ability to pay. In 2021, over a quarter of British Columbia (BC) residents reported not having sufficient insurance to cover the cost of their prescription drugs. People should not have to choose between paying for their medications and putting food on the table. Unfortunately, …
Ontario Connecting People to Faster Emergency Care
HASTINGS — The Ontario government is investing over $910 million to increase the availability of ambulances across the province and connect people and families to emergency care faster and closer to home. “When someone experiences an emergency, it is vital that they receive the care they need as quickly as possible,” said Sylvia Jones, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health. “By strengthening …
Minister of Health speaks on impacts of suicide
Ottawa – Ya’ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health said: “Every day in Canada, approximately 12 people die by suicide. The impacts of suicide extend far beyond the individual – each life lost sends ripples of pain through family, friends, and communities. “As we mark World Suicide Prevention Day, let us remember those lives …
Feds launch new ad campaign for Canadian Dental Care Plan
Ottawa – The federal government is focused on delivering for Canadians with lower costs, more savings, and a fair chance for everyone to succeed. Affordable dental care is central to our work. The government launched an ad campaign in support of the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP). As one of the largest social programs in Canadian history, the CDCP will …
Ontario Enhancing Tools to Prepare for Respiratory Illness Season
TORONTO — The Ontario government is reminding everyone to stay safe this respiratory illness season and prevent unnecessary visits to the hospital by staying up to date on vaccinations. To protect against serious illness throughout the upcoming respiratory illness season, it is recommended everyone get their flu and COVID-19 shots as soon as they become available to them. “As we …
Minister of Health speaks on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
Ottawa – Ya’ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, said: “We come together to recognize Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Awareness Day and Month. For 25 years, September 9 has been dedicated to raising awareness about this critical issue that affects individuals and families across Canada in far-reaching ways. This date, the nineth day of the …
Medical assistance in dying
Ottawa – Medical assistance in dying (MAID) is a process that allows someone who is found eligible to be able to receive assistance from a medical practitioner in ending their life. The federal Criminal Code of Canada permits this to take place only under very specific circumstances and rules. Anyone requesting this service must meet specific eligibility criteria to receive medical assistance …
Healthy meals for kids in Newfoundland and Labrador
Rocky Harbour – When kids eat well, they do better in school. And when kids do well in school, they succeed. The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, and the Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, Andrew Furey, recently announced an agreement to expand school food programs in the province. This agreement, under the National School Food Program, will result in 4,100 more …