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5/24/2013
A recall of a children's fever medication this morning.Health Canada there are quality concerns with a Chinese manufacturer of acetaminophen, and as a result four products for children and infants are being pulled from the shelves. Prestige Brands which manufactures Children's Little Remedies for Fevers is recalling the products as a precaution though there are no reports of any adverse reactions. Health Canada is asking that you dispose of this medication, and report any adverse reactions to the drug.
Contact Health Canada's toll-free line at 1-800-267-9675 with questions or complaints about these products.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------Product Name DIN Strength----------------------------------------------------------------------------Children's Little Remedies for Fevers - Grape 02385198 160 mg/5 mL---------------------------------------------- ---------------Children's Little Remedies for Fevers - Cherry 160 mg/5 mL----------------------------------------------------------------------------Infant's Little Remedies for Fevers - Berry 02385171 80 mg/mL---------------------------------------------- ---------------Infant's Little Remedies for Fevers - Grape 80 mg/mL----------------------------------------------------------------------------
For more information: Parents wishing more information about these products are encouraged to contact Prestige Brands at 1-800-754-8853. Consumers and health professionals wanting more information about this advisory from Health Canada can contact the Public Enquiries Line at 613-957-2991, or toll free at 1-866-225-0709.
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5/23/2013
Wildrose party President David Yeager is calling for an investigation into robocalls by all parties in the province, specifically the Alberta PCs after the Wildrose was assessed a $90 thousand dollar fine. The Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission levied the fine against Alberta's opposition for violating automated phone call regulations in 2011 and 2012. Yeager says the party paid the fine immediately. He explains the calls were 'inadvertent'as the party was operating under a promise made by the vendor that the calls met all regulations. Yeager says the Alberta PCs used a similar tactic, and that PC strategist Stephen Carter made a public admission to their robo-calls on a national tv channel.
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5/23/2013
The Calgary Chamber of Commerce held a panel discussion with some of the top players in the oil industry Thursday.The big message was that the industry needs to do a better of informing the public about the safety of shipping oil through pipelines and the economic benefits that come with that.Greg Stringham, with the Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers, says the public benefits in many ways from the oil industry, and while some know that others have to be educated."They want to know what does it mean for me. What does it mean for my education, for my children, what does it mean for my job opportunities."Stringham says its also important to tell the story of the industry's improvements when it comes to its environmental record.
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5/23/2013
A rainfall warning remains in effect for Calgary and area, with 80-100mm of rain expected by Saturday.Rivers in the area are already starting to rise and high streamflow advisories have been posted by provincial authorities.Officials say levels on the Elbow, Sheep, and Oldman rivers are rising quickly, while levels are also climbing on the Bow and Highwood rivers.Meantime, the Calgary Fire Department is telling people to stay off the Elbow and Bow Rivers until further notice.They say the river conditions are becoming dangerous and pose a safety risk for any type of watercraft.People are also being told to stay away from all river banks as they can be very unstable due to the fast moving water.
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5/23/2013
That costly Redford government brochure that received so much criticism from opposition parties is arriving in Albertans' mailboxes this week. And the Alberta Liberals are launching a campaign encouraging residents who are frustrated with the PC's record to "send it back."The Liberals suggest you return mail the brochure to the premier's office, drop it at the closest constituency office with a return to sender note, or bring it to the Alberta Liberals and they'll do it for you. The brochure, which explains why the PC's did what they did in the spring budget cost taxpayers $350,000.
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5/23/2013
The new Sheldon Kennedy Child Advocacy Centre officially opened it's doors Thursday morning in Calgary, a place for children and families impacted by abuse to go for help and healing in one location.The centre, named after the former NHL'er who suffered child sexual abuse at the hands of his former coach, brings together police, social workers, doctors, nurses psychologists and prosecutors under one roof to make the process easier for the victims.Corporate and community partners together with the Centre's founding organizations and three levels of government have committed more than $8 million to the Sheldon Kennedy Child Advocacy Centre.Kennedy says the centre is already a success, having opened during a soft launch a couple of months ago and has already dealt with 200 cases. He says they're not re-victimizing the kids by putting them through multiple interviews. He is hoping that the conversation is just heating up, which will put more pressure on people to not be "bystanders", also realizing that pedophiles and other criminals "operate on our indifference and ignorance."
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5/23/2013
Have you always dreamed of owning a mansion...well there's a big one up for auction on the shores of Okanagan Lake in B.C.The 6,500 sq. ft. property features a state of the art automation system, pool house, sauna, wine cave, and all the furnishings.It also features an outdoor kitchen, rooftop deck and fireplace.It goes up for auction June 25th with no minimum or reserve. To vet the property prior to bidding, potential buyers are able to book a Live-In Viewing. These enable potential buyers to live on site for up to one week in the hospitality of a personal chef, host and 24-hour concierge service.The auction is being hosted by The Garage Sale Luxury Auction House.
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5/23/2013
Police have officially laid charged in the death of a man in Braeside last summer.
28-year-old Graham Mark Sear was found dead in an SUV behind the Braeside Shopping Centre after a nearby assault. 30-year-old Christopher Brian Richards was arrested yesterday and now faces a charge of first-degree murder. Investigators believe the altercation was drug-related and others may have been involved.The search is now on for a Caucasian man, standing between 5'8" and 6' tall with a slim or medium build and light-coloured hair.
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5/23/2013
The city is asking Calgarians to take precautions against flooding with the heavy rain expected over the next couple of days. Between 50 and 75 mm's of rain is forecast in Calgary, and it's raising flood concerns on the rivers, as well as the increased change of basement water seepage. Officials advise those with sump pumps to make sure they're working. Check your gutters and downspouts for leaves and other debris, and report any plugged storm drains by calling 3-1-1.And a reminder to stay off the rivers, and away from the riverbanks.
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5/23/2013
Alberta is among the top three provinces in health performance, according to a new Conference Board of Canada report card. One of the main reasons Alberta has been given an "A" in overall health performance is because of spending.The province spends more than $4,600/person each year, which is second-most, only to Newfoundland.The Conference Board of Canada says no province received perfect scores in all 90 categories, broken down into four groups.Here in Alberta, we were given 29 A's, 28 B's, 21 C's and 12 D's.It seems the province's health professionals are effective when patients see them.But continuity is a problem, as is getting advice and information and getting care for minor problems.You can read more on the report by clicking on this link: http://www.conferenceboard.ca/press/newsrelease/13-05-23/british_columbia_alberta_and_ontario_use_different_approaches_to_get_overall_a_grades_in_health.aspx.
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