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Heart & Stroke news releases

News release: Heart & Stroke supports new tobacco packaging regulations

Calls for urgent action on vaping as next step

News release: Heart & Stroke looking for future health funding commitments from federal government

First steps toward pharmacare encouraging.

News release: CP commits $1.5 million to drive life-saving research

Heart & Stroke welcomes renewal of key partnership.

Position statements

Heart & Stroke positions on key health policy issues.

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Saturated fat, heart disease and stroke

What role do fats play in a healthy diet? See the latest research and learn how what’s needed to help Canadians eat healthier to reduce their risk of heart disease and stroke.
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Sugar, heart disease and stroke

Canadians consume too much added sugar and it’s harming our health. See Heart & Stroke recommendations for limiting sugar and how we can work together to make it happen.
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Dietary sodium, heart disease and stroke

Too much salt can cause your blood pressure to rise, increasing your risk of heart disease and stroke. See our recommendations for helping Canadians consume less sodium.
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