Food, Drugs and Consumer Products
Scientific research is an essential part of ensuring the safety
of food for Canadians. Some examples of the issues addressed by
Health Canada's scientists are:
- Food contaminants, such as heavy metals or E. coli;
- Food additives, such as aspartame;
- Processes such as canning and irradiation;
- Novel foods, including genetically modified foods;
- Nutrition, including vitamins and minerals; and
- Mad cow disease.
In addition, our scientists participate in the review of drugs to
assess their quality, safety and effectiveness. Drugs include prescription
and non-prescription pharmaceuticals, disinfectants and sanitizers.
They also assess the health risks and safety hazards associated with
consumer products such as toys, cosmetics and household items.
Some recent science and research activities related to food, drugs
and consumer products include:
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