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[C] The following conclusions are supported by limited evidence or expert opinion:
When used as recommended, the benefits of chlorination as a sanitation tool outweigh the concerns for potentially harmful byproducts such as Trihalomethanes (THMs).
Based on the limited information currently available, Health Canada is not recommending that consumers change their soft-drink consumption habits because of recent reports of high benzene levels.
Note: See relevant practice