Health
Services and information
Food and nutrition
Canada’s food guide, food labels, food safety, safety standards, food recalls, and nutrition science and research.
Drug and health products
Licensing and authorization of drug and health products, side effects, recalls and complaints, inspections, buying and using products safely.
Vaccines and immunization
Government of Canada health information and facts about vaccination for children, adults, COVID-19, travel, during pregnancy, safety and side effects, information for health professionals.
Diseases and conditions
Information, tools and facts about symptoms, risks and how to prevent, treat and manage common diseases and illnesses that affect Canadians.
Health system and services
Health cards, health care system, funding, training, health promotion days, consultations, external advisory bodies, and services and benefits.
Product safety
Recalls and alerts, Canadian standards and regulations for consumer, pest control, chemical products, and how to report a problem.
Healthy living
Mental health, being active, risks of substance abuse, smoking and tobacco, pregnancy, health and the environment, dental and oral health, sexual health, injury prevention, blood, organ and tissue donation.
Health risks and safety
Recalls and safety alerts, tips on home safety and being prepared in an emergency.
Health science, research and data
Health data, science, research, and statistics, determinants of health, and monitoring and surveillance.
Indigenous health
Health care services, non-insured health benefits (NIHB), careers, drug and substance use, environmental health, food safety, pregnancy
Report a health and safety concern
It is important to report side effects (adverse reactions), injuries, and other product-related health and safety concerns so we can make important safety decisions about the products you use.
Features
Read food labels on candy
Some Halloween treats may contain allergens! If you’re not sure about something, don't give your child the product.
Signs of an overdose
Signs may include blue or grey lips or nails, and trouble breathing or waking up.