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" " Caffeinated energy drinks: what you should know
Caffeinated energy drinks are beverages or mixes that contain added caffeine, usually along with other ingredients, such as, vitamins, minerals, taurine and/or herbal ingredients. These products can also contain guarana and yerba mate, which are natural…
AlertPublic advisory | 2023-08-21
" " Accidental ingestion of illegal “copycat” edible cannabis products causing serious harm to children
Health Canada is reminding Canadians of the risk of serious harm if children accidentally consume edible cannabis. Health Canada is aware of children being hospitalized, particularly after consuming products that are illegal and unregulated. Hospitals…
AlertPublic advisory | 2023-05-10
" " Water beads may pose life-threatening risks to young children
Health Canada is warning parents and caregivers about the risks of water beads. These tiny beads, also known as jelly beads, hydro orbs, crystal soil, sensory beads or orb beads, are water-absorbing gel beads that can grow up to 1,500 times their size…
AlertPublic advisory | 2023-05-04
" " Health Canada warns LIKCO Baby Walker may pose an injury hazard
Baby walkers are banned in Canada. Children in baby walkers are exposed to hazards that would not normally be accessible if the child were not supported by the walker, posing a variety of risks of injury to the child. Children in baby walkers can…
AlertConsumer product advisory | 2022-07-27
" " Health Canada warns consumers that Fisher-Price Infant-to-Toddler and Newborn-to-Toddler Rockers should not be used for sleep
Health Canada would like to remind parents and caregivers that Fisher-Price Infant-to-Toddler and Newborn-to-Toddler Rockers should never be used for babies' sleep. Babies should also never be unsupervised or unrestrained while using the rocker. The…
AlertPublic advisory | 2022-07-15
" " Shortage of infant formulas for babies with food allergies: what you should know and do
UPDATE: June 29, 2022 There continues to be a national shortage of specialized infant formulas for infants with food allergies and certain medical conditions. This includes extensively hydrolyzed formulas and amino acid-based formulas. There is no…
AlertPublic advisory | 2022-06-29
" " Health Canada warns of three DigitDots magnet sets that pose serious risks
Health Canada is warning Canadians of the serious danger posed by DigitDots magnet sets that were sold to Canadians online by HD Premier. These sets contain small, powerful magnets that can be easily swallowed by children of all ages, posing serious…
AlertPublic advisory | 2022-05-12
" " Health Canada warns Canadians that a Vertbaudet children’s bathrobe poses a flammability hazard
The product does not meet the flammability requirements for children’s sleepwear of the Children’s Sleepwear Regulations. Loose-fitting children’s sleepwear can come in contact with flammable sources such as stove elements, candles, and matches more…
AlertPublic advisory | 2022-04-05
" " All lots of Yummy Sports Candies BCAA powder (all flavours) recalled due to missing safety information for pregnant and breastfeeding women
All lots of Yummy Sports Candies BCAA powder (all flavours) recalled due to missing safety information for pregnant and breastfeeding women Starting date: June 23, 2021…
AlertPublic advisory | 2021-06-23
Labelling update regarding the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) beyond 20 weeks of pregnancy and risk of kidney damage to unborn babies
Labelling update regarding the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) beyond 20 weeks of pregnancy and risk of kidney damage to unborn babies Starting date:…
AlertPublic advisory | 2021-06-08
" " Talc: Health risks associated with inhalation and exposure to the female genital area
Talc: Health risks associated with inhalation and exposure to the female genital area Starting date: April 22, 2021 Type of communication: Advisory Subcategory: Cosmetics,…
AlertPublic advisory | 2021-04-22
Unintentional exposure of young children to adult acetaminophen tablets may pose serious health risks
Unintentional exposure of young children to adult acetaminophen tablets may pose serious health risks Starting date: February 19, 2021 Posting date: February 19, 2021 Type of…
AlertPublic advisory | 2021-02-19
" " Unauthorized hand sanitizers and hard surface disinfectants sold by Protegel Quebec Inc. and Hangel Canada Inc. may pose health risks
Unauthorized hand sanitizers and hard surface disinfectants sold by Protegel Quebec Inc. and Hangel Canada Inc. may pose health risks Starting date: February 5, 2021 Posting…
AlertPublic advisory | 2021-02-05
" " Hand sanitizers labelled as "Anti-Microbe" and/or with DIN 02248351 recalled because they may pose health risks, particularly to children
Hand sanitizers labelled as "Anti-Microbe" and/or with DIN 02248351 recalled because they may pose health risks, particularly to children Starting date: January 22,…
AlertPublic advisory | 2021-01-22
" " Use of Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) beyond 20 weeks of pregnancy and risk of kidney damage in unborn babies, leading to low amniotic fluid
Use of Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) beyond 20 weeks of pregnancy and risk of kidney damage in unborn babies, leading to low amniotic fluid Starting date:…
AlertPublic advisory | 2020-10-30
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