Pharmacists at University of Alberta develop a national web-based antibiogram toolRegion-specific resource allows clinicians to access local antimicrobial susceptibility data more easily. Updated information about monkeypox and vaccination, as cases rise in CanadaA JAMA patient information sheet, NACI guidance on vaccinating high-risk people, and updated Canadian stats. Omicron infection not as good as vaccination in protecting against variants But Omicron, Delta breakthrough infections boost immunity from vaccination. Moderna says updated COVID shot boosts omicron protection COVID-19 vaccine makers are studying updated boosters that might be offered in the fall to better protect people against future coronavirus surges. Vaginal antiseptic for bacterial vaginosis Vablys now available in Canada Dequalinium chloride, a quaternary ammonium antiseptic agent with anti-infective properties, acts locally within the vagina. International study shows just how well vaccine mandates worked The surge for vaccinations varied between provinces, jumping 34% in Ontario compared to 326% in Alberta. Do children with or without asthma have a similar risk of SARS-CoV2 infection? New U.S. study has evaluated the association between asthma and SARS-CoV2 infection risk among children. What healthcare providers should look out for with suspected monkeypox cases appearing in Canada In Ontario, any person meeting the case definition for monkeypox must be reported to Public Health Ontario within one business day. Long COVID affects more older adults; shots don't prevent it: new research In a study of veterans published Wednesday, about one-third who had breakthrough infections showed signs of long COVID. Ontario Health announces eligibility criteria and how to access Evusheld In Ontario, this preventive antibody therapy is currently available only to select immunocompromised patients through select clinics. First Previous 35 36 37 38 39 Next Last
