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Maternal and Child Health in Canada

Maternal and Child Health in Canada: Programs and Support

Canada provides one of the most comprehensive maternal and child health systems in the world…

Prenatal Care

Pregnant women receive insured medical checkups, screenings, ultrasounds, and nutritional guidance…

Child Health Programs

  • Immunization schedules
  • Vision and hearing tests
  • Growth monitoring
  • Early development services

Support for New Mothers

Canada offers maternity leave, parental leave, lactation support, and postpartum mental health services…

Conclusion

Maternal and child health programs help Canadian families access high-quality care with strong community support…

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