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- 7/29/2020
Summer time: let’s talk flu shots!
We’ve hit the lazy days of summer and COVID-19 seems to be tamed for the time being. Now is the perfect time to start a discussion about influenza and pneumonia vaccination in adults 65 years of age and older - 7/29/2020
Low-cost moist heat treatment of N95 masks eliminates SARS-CoV-2, bacteria
A new study shows that moist heat treatment of N95 masks eliminates severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) and bacteria, which would allow reuse of these scarce resources. The study is published in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal). - 7/29/2020
ConquerCovid-19 a true Canadian success story
“Not all heroes wear capes.”—It’s an expression often found on the internet. It, of course, refers to the fact that you don’t have to be Batwoman or Superman or whoever, to do some good in this world. During the Great Pandemic of 2020 of course this phrase is often used to describe those of us who provide healthcare on the front lines. Cleary, the physicians, nurses, first responders, PSWs, support staff, environmental services staff and many others who provide front line care during this historically difficult time are heroes. - 7/29/2020
PPE not a major factor for flu shots down under
Handwashing, disinfecting and distancing more important than PPE based on what's happening so far in Australia and New Zealand. - 7/29/2020
Operators standing by
My troubled personal history with the telephone before and during the pandemic - 7/29/2020
Flu vaccination rate inching forward
The influenza vaccination rate in Canada is moving in the right direction, but still well below target levels for high-risk groups. - 7/29/2020
Povidone-iodine products show rapid in vitro efficacy against SARS-CoV-2 virus
Povidone-iodine gargle–mouthwash might be useful in reducing the risk of COVID-19 transmission in dental practices - 7/29/2020
AstraZeneca won't profit from COVID-19 vaccine in pandemic
Pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca repeated its promise not to profit from a COVID-19 vaccine during the pandemic as it reported it was on track with late-stage trials for the treatment. Such promises were boosted by strong sales across its range of treatments during lockdown. Sales jumped by 14% to $12.6 billion in the first six months of 2020 and were helped by strong trading in new medicines, as well as cancer and respiratory medication. - 7/28/2020
Shoppers employee in Kelowna, B.C. tests positive for COVID-19
An employee at a Shoppers Drug Mart in Kelowna, B.C., tested positive for COVID-19, according to a list of cases maintained by Loblaws, Shoppers' parent company. - 7/28/2020
Alberta premier stands by health minister as doctors' group votes non confidence
Of the nearly 9,000 who voted in the association's survey—two-thirds of the number who were eligible—98% said they did not have confidence in minister Tyler Shandro