Infectious Diseases/Vaccines

Survey of older adults found that while most acknowledge that the overuse of antibiotics is a problem and say they are cautious about using them, significant numbers use them inappropriately.

Seeking authorization for a storage temperature of -25°C to -15°C for two weeks.

Government of Canada creates web page focusing on animals and COVID-19.

Healthcare professionals and nonhealthcare personnel using Panbio as a point-of-care test must be aware of its limitations and uncertainties.

The Ordre des pharmaciens du Québec has instructed members not to dispense colchicine which would be prescribed as a preventive measure for a possible diagnosis of COVID-19.

Quebec study suggests colchicine may reduce death or hospitalization in outpatients with COVID-19.

Vaccine will be made available in the event of an H5N1 influenza pandemic situation.

Clarifies guidance on using vaccine during pregnancy, breastfeeding, and in other special populations, and adds advice concerning dose spacing.