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• November 17, 2008 - Information Update
  Risks of Eating Raw or Undercooked Shellfish
  Health Canada is reminding Canadians that raw bivalve shellfish – such as oysters, clams, scallops, mussels and cockles – can carry bacteria, viruses and toxins that can cause foodborne illnesses if they are not stored, handled or prepared appropriately.
• November 17, 2008 - Foreign Product Alert
  Numerous herbal dietary supplements
  Seng Jong Tzu Tong Tan, Tou Tong San (Headache Formula), Du Huo Ji Sheng Tang (Du Huo Joint Relief), Wu Yao Shun Qi San, Qing Bi Tang (Nasal Cleanser), Zhong Fong Huo Luo Wan (Stroke Revito Formula), Xiao Qing Long Tang (Little Green Dragon), Ding Chuan Tang (Breathe Smooth), Xiao Xu Ming Tang, Feng Shi Zhi Tong Wan (Joint Relief), Guo Min Bi Yan Wan, Fang Feng Tong Sheng San
• November 17, 2008 - Foreign Product Alert
  Viapro
  The U.S. FDA warned consumers not to buy or use Viapro because it contains an unauthorised substance similar in structure to sildenafil. Sildenafil is a prescription drug used in the treatment of erectile dysfunction and should only be used under the supervision of a health care practitioner.
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