International Self-Care Day

Canadians practice self-care when they exercise or eat a balanced diet, get plenty of rest, practice good hygiene and avoid risks like smoking. But Canadians also practice self-care when they open their medicine cabinet and use medicines and products responsibly to prevent disease and treat their minor ailments such as cough/colds, sunburn, bug bites, headaches and allergies.

On July 24th, help us celebrate International Self-Care Day and the importance of self-care to the health of Canadians and to the health care system.

• July 24, 2018: NEWS RELEASE – International Self-Care Day – Canadian Campaign Launch (Read More>)
• July 24, 2018: Statement from the Prime Minister of Canada
• July 24, 2018: Message to Canadians from the Health Minister
  
  
• July 24, 2017: NEWS RELEASE – Canadians’ Strong Health Literacy Scores Tied to Good Health Status, But Navigating Health System Remains a Challenge (Read More>)
• July 24, 2017: Canada’s Health Minister issues a statement on International Self-Care Day.

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Canadians with strong health literacy skills enjoy better health and well-being. An important part of health literacy is using reliable sources of health information. When in doubt, ask your doctor or pharmacist.