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A permanent, lifelong disability – A message from Health Canada

A permanent, lifelong disabilityDid you know that Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is considered to be the leading known preventable cause of birth defects and non-genetic, developmental disability in Canada and abroad?FASD describes a range of disabilities that result from exposure to alcohol during pregnancy. They cannot be cured and have lifelong impacts on individuals. […]

Button Batteries – A message from Health Canada

Do you know the risks related to the use of products containing “button batteries”?Each year, dozens of children in Canada visit emergency rooms after unintentionally ingesting button-type batteries. These batteries contain harmful substances that can cause serious internal chemical burns or poisoning if ingested. If your child swallows a battery, call a doctor or poison […]