Health Minister Ginette Petitpas Taylor (Moncton–Riverview–Dieppe, N.B.) made her first international trip as Health Minister, beginning with her participation in high-level meetings surrounding the 72nd session of the United Nations General Assembly at United Nations Headquarters in New York City. Following this, she travelled to Washington, D.C., to meet with her counterparts from the United … Read more
Health Minister Ginette Petitpas Taylor (Moncton–Riverview–Dieppe, N.B.) issued the following statement: “Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia are degenerative brain diseases that affect thinking, memory, mood, behaviour and physical abilities. There is no cure for Alzheimer’s disease – a disease that has a profound impact on those living with it, as well as their … Read more
Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement: “I am pleased to share that the Public Health Agency of Canada has launched the Invitation to Submit Funding Requests for the new Infectious Diseases and Climate Change Fund. Climate change poses a significant risk to the health and well-being of Canadians and its … Read more
Health Minister Ginette Petitpas Taylor (Moncton–Riverview–Dieppe, N.B.) issued the following statement on International Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Awareness Day 2017: “International Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Awareness Day is marked annually on September 9 to raise awareness about the risks of drinking alcohol during pregnancy and about the challenges that individuals with FASD and their families … Read more
Health Minister Jane Philpott (Markham-Stouffville, Ont.) and Sport and Persons with Disabilities Minister Carla Qualtrough (Delta, B.C.) issued the following statement on the release of the Canadian Guideline on Concussion in Sport: “Today, we are very pleased to announce the release of the Canadian Guideline on Concussion in Sport. Concussions are a serious public health issue. They are … Read more
Health Minister Jane Philpott (Markham-Stouffville, Ont.) announced a reconfiguration project at the Canadian Science Centre for Human and Animal Health that will convert existing laboratory space to the highest level of biosafety – CL4. This $5 million project will reconfigure adjacent high containment lab areas within the existing footprint of the building. Call 613-957-0200.
Health Minister Jane Philpott (Markham-Stouffville, Ont.) announced the appointment of Dr. Theresa Tam as Canada’s next Chief Public Health Officer, beginning June 26, 2017. The full release is available online. Call 613-957-0200.
Health Minister Jane Philpott (Markham-Stouffville, Ont.) issued the following statement on the release of new national surveillance data on dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease: “Today’s release of new national surveillance information on dementia and Alzheimer’s disease from theCanadian Chronic Disease Surveillance System (CCDSS) provides us with deeper insight into a public health issue that affects so many Canadians, … Read more
Health Minister Jane Philpott (Markham-Stouffville, Ont.) announced funding for the Canadian Men’s Health Foundation to expand Don’t Change Much, a national initiative to help Canadian men make simple lifestyle changes that can result in long-term benefits for individuals, families and communities. In Budget 2016 $4 million was committed and is now being invested to expand Don’t Change Much. The full release is … Read more
Dr. Theresa Tam, Interim Chief Public Health Officer of Canada and Dr. Robert Strang, Chief Public Health Officer for Nova Scotia, issued the following statement on the Epidemic of Opioid Overdoses: “Every day, there are Canadians and families impacted by the devastating outcomes associated with problematic opioid use. To address the crisis and stop the deaths, data … Read more
