COVID-19

Pediatricians warn of potential resurgence of common cold viruses ahead of schedule
A letter written by medical experts at the BC Children's Hospital Research Institute and published Monday in the Canadian Medical Association Journal says Canada could see a rise in respiratory syncytial virus in infants and young children.
Vaccine maker BioNTech to use mRNA tech to target malaria
The Germany-based company, which developed the first widely approved coronavirus shot together with U.S. partner Pfizer, aims to begin clinical trials for a "safe and highly effective malaria vaccine'' by the end of 2022.

Quebec offers 3rd dose of COVID vaccine to AstraZeneca recipients who want to travel

Robert Maranda, a spokesman for the Health Department, says there are no studies that assess the impact of receiving three doses of two separate vaccines.
Waterloo pharmacists making house calls as worry mounts about expiring Moderna supply

This represents a key opportunity to show the general public that pharmacists can indeed go out into the community to care for patients.
Techs play critical role in U.S. immunization drive

Whether by administering vaccines or supporting workflow, pharmacy techs are improving the role of pharmacies in patient care
European agency is 1st to clear Moderna jab for children

Until now, the vaccine made by Pfizer and German partner BioNTech has been the only option for children as young as 12 in North America and Europe.
'Don't look away': Doctor decries clearing of Toronto park homeless encampment, police violence

On Wednesday, a Toronto Police operation sought to evict a group of 14 to 17 homeless individuals (by city estimate) encamped at Lamport Stadium Park.
Halifax alcohol prescription program sees success according to organizers

The initial COVID-19 lockdown drove the program’s creation in a bid to stop the virus’ spread.
Quiz: Test your insomnia IQ

Insomnia is a common complaint many physicians hear, and its incidence has only increased since the global pandemic. Test your knowledge on insomnia and its treatment.
Poll: Are nursing shortages affecting you?

Several provinces are experiencing nursing shortages, with headlines declaring that many in the country are simply quitting after the strain of the pandemic so far. Are these shortages affecting your workplace?

Pediatricians warn of potential resurgence of common cold viruses ahead of schedule

Vaccine maker BioNTech to use mRNA tech to target malaria

Quebec offers 3rd dose of COVID vaccine to AstraZeneca recipients who want to travel

Waterloo pharmacists making house calls as worry mounts about expiring Moderna supply

Techs play critical role in U.S. immunization drive

European agency is 1st to clear Moderna jab for children

'Don't look away': Doctor decries clearing of Toronto park homeless encampment, police violence

Halifax alcohol prescription program sees success according to organizers

Quiz: Test your insomnia IQ

Poll: Are nursing shortages affecting you?