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Heart & Stroke news releases

News release: Heart & Stroke welcomes regulations on plain packaging

New restrictions make Canada the global leader of the pack for tobacco control.

News release: Stroke more deadly for women and poses a greater burden

Stroke disrupts women’s lives, changes their roles and threatens their independence.

News release: Heart & Stroke welcomes broad overhaul of Tobacco Act

Packaging restrictions and e-cigarette regulations among important changes to protect health.

Get our 2018 Stroke Report

Women are disproportionately affected by stroke throughout their lives. Our 2018 Stroke Report looks at the challenges they face across the health system.

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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