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Do you have an IKEA Canada chest or dresser? – a message from Health Canada

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This notice involves the IKEA MALM 3- and 4-drawer chests and two styles of MALM 6-drawer chests; other children’s chests and dressers taller than 23 ½ inches; and adult chests and dressers taller than 29 ½ inches. Hazard identifiedThe affected products can tip-over if not securely anchored to the wall using the tip-over restraints provided with […]

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Button Batteries – A message from Health Canada

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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 […]

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