Ministers of Health comment on Breast Cancer Awareness Month

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Ottawa – This Breast Cancer Awareness Month we encourage all Canadians to learn more about the risk factors and symptoms of breast cancer, and the ways it can be treated. Across Canada, 1 out of 8 women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime. It is the most commonly diagnosed cancer and the second leading cause of cancer death for women …

Mental Health Week: ‘My Story’ is about sharing stories, experiences

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Ottawa – On Mental Health Week, this year’s theme, My Story, is about sharing stories and experiences with each other to benefit our mental health, break down stigma, and help others feel that they are not alone. Mental health and substance use issues affect us all. To meet people where they are, we must prioritize effective mental health care—whenever and …