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- 7/25/2022
Montreal monkeypox cases levelling off, but officials concerned by rises elsewhere
Dr. Genevieve Bergeron of Montreal public health says that while the situation in the city has stabilized in recent weeks, she fears the busy tourist and travel season could compromise efforts to contain the disease. - 7/25/2022
'Horrible and redundant process': Pediatrician decries how inefficient applying to be a locum in BC can be
Dr. Alexandra Dionisopoulos ended up cutting her locum period in half and isn't sure she'll ever want to come back to work in B.C. after the massive hassle getting a license turned out to be. - 7/25/2022
POLL: How big a role has Paxlovid played in your efforts to fight COVID as a pharmacist?
Medical experts say that not enough Canadian COVID-19 patients eligible for treatment with Paxlovid are receiving the medication. What's your experience so far? - 7/25/2022
We need more privatization to save our crumbling health system
A BC court decision may have ruled against Dr. Brian Day and others, but as Dr. Charles Shaver argues, this doesn’t change the fact our healthcare system still needs a major overhaul. - 7/25/2022
Canadian doctors urge vaccination after first U.S. case of polio in a decade
The polio vaccine is part of children's standard set of shots, but some parents are opting not to vaccinate their kids and the COVID-19 pandemic has delayed vaccination for others. - 7/24/2022
'Persistent symptoms': Study shows 6% of children suffer long-term COVID-19
The eight-country study included 1,884 kids aged 17 and younger who went to an emergency department with COVID-19 and had 90-day followups. - 7/24/2022
Michigan medical students walk out of white coat ceremony in protest of anti-abortion speaker
A video of some students walking out was posted to social media and has received more than 11 million views. - 7/24/2022
Stickers, toys and longer appointments: Ontario health units plan for young kids' vax
Families are encouraged to bring comfort items like blankets, stuffed animals and tablets. - 7/24/2022
Newfoundland and Labrador to cover licensing fees for Ukrainian doctors fleeing war
Health Minister Tom Osborne said in an interview today his department will also name someone to help Ukrainians who have healthcare expertise navigate the licensing process.