System failure, a new Heart & Stroke report, shows how gaps in awareness, research, diagnosis and care threaten the heart and brain health of women in Canada, and what it will take to overcome these inequities.
Women face a higher risk of mental and emotional challenges after stroke. Learn more in the new Heart & Stroke report: Stroke and mental health.
Heart & Stroke positions on key health policy issues.
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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E-cigarettes in Canada: Protecting youth
Emerging evidence indicates e-cigarettes are a gateway to tobacco, cannabis and nicotine addiction. See Heart & Stroke recommendations on how to curb the escalating youth vaping crisis.
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Pharmacare position statement: The case for action
Heart & Stroke recommendations on attaining universal access to necessary prescription medications in Canada.Heart & Stroke recommendations on attaining universal access to necessary prescription medications in Canada.
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