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- 12/22/2021
UK data suggests hospitalization between 50% and 70% less likely with omicron
The findings from the U.K. Health Security Agency add to emerging evidence that omicron produces milder illness than other variants. - 12/22/2021
National poultry council says it's watching cases of bird flu in N.L. closely
Poultry and egg processors across the country are stepping up monitoring and biosecurity measures after Canada's food safety watchdog confirmed cases of the H5N1 avian influenza at a Newfoundland exhibition farm. - 12/22/2021
Cycling reduces all-cause mortality including CVD by 24% in diabetics
The effect is independent of practicing other common types of physical activity. - 12/22/2021
Five things to know about prescribing walking aids
There is still stigma associated with the use of walking aids—here three clinicians offer up some tips some physicians may not know. - 12/21/2021
American Pharmacists Association acknowledges burnout a serious issue for pharmacists and patients
National and state associations have launched a tool that pharmacy personnel can use to describe both positive and negative workplace experiences, helping to form an aggregate picture. - 12/21/2021
Trudeau, Freeland push back at Biden on COVID-19 holiday gatherings
The Trudeau government is pushing back at U.S. President Joe Biden's televised message to vaccinated Americans that they can gather safely for the holidays despite the spread of the Omicron variant. - 12/21/2021
Pfizer pill becomes 1st US authorized home COVID treatment
The long-awaited milestone comes as U.S. cases, hospitalizations and deaths are all rising and health officials warn of a tsunami of new infections from the omicron variant that could overwhelm hospitals. - 12/21/2021
More Ontario health units reallocating COVID-19 resources in light of Omicron
Growing case numbers are making it difficult for people to access testing in a timely manner, which in turn is delaying the identification of cases for followup, one health unit said.