Public Health

‘Nightmare bacteria’ cases are increasing in the U.S.
Bacteria that are difficult to treat due to the so-called NDM gene primarily drove the increase, CDC researchers wrote in an article published Monday in the Annals of Internal Medicine. Only two antibiotics work against those infections, and the drugs are expensive and must be administered through an IV, researchers said.
Canadian virus research hub in Saskatoon turns 50 amid concerns over U.S. funding
The organization, known as VIDO for short, sits on four hectares on the University of Saskatchewan campus. It started as a Prairie-based livestock lab and became a world-leading infectious disease research centre.

Don't forget COVID-19: Why certain patients might be more likely to dismiss symptoms

Sure, it's cold, sniffles and sore throat season. But the latest coronavirus strains have also been gradually gaining ground. And patients who already have certain ailments might, ironically, prove all the more likely to ignore COVID-19 symptoms.
Toronto HIV organization closing after 42 years, citing reduced need for its services

Executive director Ryan Lisk says it's time to pass the torch to organizations that better serve current needs, with paramount issues including access to affordable medications and help managing HIV as a chronic disease.
Study estimates 2023 Canadian wildfire smoke caused more than 80,000 deaths globally

The paper says that of the estimated 82,100 premature deaths due to continuous exposure to the smoke over several months, 64,300 occurred in North America and Europe, including 33,000 deaths in the United States and 8,300 in Canada.
Saskatchewan NDP wants review of government response to ‘Queen of Canada’ occupation

The NDP says a review of the province’s and the SHA’s responses is necessary to understand why Romana Didulo, 50, and her followers—known as the ‘Kingdom of Canada’—were able to occupy a building in Richmound since 2023, wreaking havoc on the small village west of Regina.
Doctors sound the alarm over sports betting ads, call for restrictions

An editorial published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal on Monday says the ads are everywhere during sports broadcasts and that the legalization of online gambling has made every smartphone a potential betting platform.
First international practice guidelines released for tuberculous meningitis

The researchers note that until now, there have never been a set of practice guidelines specific to tuberculous meningitis, despite being among the most severe forms of tuberculosis.
NAPRA celebrates 30 years of regulatory support

Organization has played a central role in shaping how pharmacy is regulated across the country.
Advocates against HIV criminalization decry Carney silence on reform Trudeau promised

HIV activists say there is mounting frustration in communities affected by the virus, amid near-silence from the federal government nearly 10 years after the Liberals pledged to reform laws surrounding HIV disclosure.

‘Nightmare bacteria’ cases are increasing in the U.S.

Canadian virus research hub in Saskatoon turns 50 amid concerns over U.S. funding

Don't forget COVID-19: Why certain patients might be more likely to dismiss symptoms

Toronto HIV organization closing after 42 years, citing reduced need for its services

Study estimates 2023 Canadian wildfire smoke caused more than 80,000 deaths globally

Saskatchewan NDP wants review of government response to ‘Queen of Canada’ occupation

Doctors sound the alarm over sports betting ads, call for restrictions

First international practice guidelines released for tuberculous meningitis

NAPRA celebrates 30 years of regulatory support

Advocates against HIV criminalization decry Carney silence on reform Trudeau promised