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Ottawa refinances toxic chemicals plan, takes aim at anti-bacterials
OTTAWA — Federal scientists are reviewing the safety of a key ingredient in some anti-bacterial soap, hand sanitizers, toothpaste and deodorant. Scientists working with the Chemicals Management Plan said they’re studying triclosan and will produce a draft opinion on the chemical next spring for public feedback. Triclosan is an agent added to a growing number
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October 3 – PROLAB products warning, smokers and strokes, grey hair pill
- CFIA warns about PROLAB protein products that may contain undeclared milk or gluten.
- A study suggests smokers have strokes at a younger age.
- One hair care company says they are working on a pill that will stop hair from going grey.
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New study suggests cocaine use may lead to glaucoma
A new study suggests past and present users of cocaine are 45 per cent more likely to develop glaucoma. Glaucoma sufferers have damage to the optic nerve which, if left untreated, can result in blindness. Researchers in Indianapolis looked at glaucoma patients and found that the average age of those with a history of cocaine
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Red wine could stop development of breast cancer: study
There could be another health benefit for women who drink red wine. Lab tests show resveratrol, a chemical found in the skin of grapes, could stop the development of breast cancer. The Italian study also found the same chemical in blueberries, peanuts and cranberries. Researchers said the next step is to see if they can
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Canadian-born Ralph Steinman shares Nobel Prize in medicine
STOCKHOLM, Sweden – The Canadian-born scientist who won this year’s Nobel Prize in medicine has died, Rockefeller University said Monday.
The New York-based university said Ralph Steinman died last Friday.
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Smokers getting strokes at younger age than non-smokers: study
TORONTO, Ont. – A Canadian study suggests smokers have strokes or mini-strokes at a younger age than non-smokers. The study found smokers were almost a decade younger when they were referred to an Ottawa clinic for treatment than non-smokers. The smokers who were referred to the clinic were an average age of 58, compared to
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Certain Prolab brand protein products recalled
TORONTO, Ont. – The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is warning people with milk and/or gluten allergies not to consume certain Prolab brand protein products. The affected products contain milk and/or wheat and gluten, which are not declared on the label. List of affected products: Item Description Size EAN/UPC Allergen(s) Pure Whey, Milk Chocolate 5 lb.
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September 30 – Loyalty and embarrassment, contaminated salmon, listeria in the U.S.
- Don’t be embarrassed about getting embarrassed, chances are you’re trustworthy.
- Strubs smoked salmon may be contaminated with listeria.
- U.S. officials work to keep listeria contaminated cantaloupes out of the hands of consumers.
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Soy drink recalled, milk and peanuts not declared on label: CFIA
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency says a brand of soy milk sold in the Greater Toronto Area is being recalled. The agency and Raphaville International Limited are warning people with allergies to milk or peanuts not to consume certain bulk packages of Erom Dr Hwang’s Premium Soy Drink. The affected product contains milk and peanuts
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CFIA issues warning over tomatoes that may be contaminated with salmonella
TORONTO, Ont. – The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has issued a warning to the public to not consume certain organic grape tomatoes. The CFIA says the tomatoes may be contaminated with salmonella. The warning is issued for Limited Edition brand Organic Grape Tomatoes in the 10.5 oz (298 g) size. The product has a UPC
