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Cases of lead and mercury poisoning in consumers using toxic herbal products have led to clinic shutdowns, Health Canada seizures and recalls, consumer warnings and new B.C. rules for labs performing urine and blood testing.

On Monday, the B.C. Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) said Fraser Health has shut down a Surrey business called A1 Herbal Ayurvedic Clinic Ltd. after an inspection that also resulted in Health Canada seizing illegal products, ingredients from India and equipment on the premises.

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Health Canada conducted the raid in Surrey and at an affiliated clinic in Brampton, Ont., after the BCCDC told the feds about a case of heavy-metal toxicity in a B.C. patient taking products from the Surrey clinic.

“Taking these items can lead to severe illness and even death,” the BCCDC said in a news alert, adding that people who bought products from the clinic and have concerns about their health should see a doctor.