COVID-19

Another Toronto hospital declares COVID-19 outbreak; six patients infected
Another Toronto hospital has declared an outbreak of COVID-19. The Scarborough Health Network says six patients are infected in one unit at its general hospital in the city's east end. A spokeswoman for the health network says the unit has been closed to admissions in order to protect patients and staff.
B.C. doctor raises red flag about prolonged wait times for regular childhood immunization
Dr. Lauren Swann said she first became aware of the issue through feedback from her patients, but ran into similar problems herself when she tried scheduling her 18-month-old son for some shots.

Company handling CFPC exams lost some residents' tests

Prometric, the U.S.-based testing administration company handling the exams, told some residents in an email that it's unable to retrieve and score their tests due to technical problems. As a result, it said, those residents will need to take the test again in its entirety.
Despite criticism, Ontario pharmacies keep on testing for COVID-19

The pandemic is a time for all healthcare professionals to work together to their maximum scope, says Ontario Pharmacists Association's Justin Bates.
Webinar on demand: Respiratory tract infections during a pandemic
Cases of multisystem inflammatory disease in children may rise through second wave of COVID-19

While the condition is rare, Dr. Rae Yeung, a professor of pediatrics and immunology at the University of Toronto and SickKids hospital said parents should know what symptoms to look out for.
Public health recommendations around face shields should change

Healthcare workers working with patients that are potentially COVID-19 positive, should use face shields for splatter alone. Goggles are the only safe eye protection for aerosols.
London hospital narrowly avoids psychiatric residents' walkout over COVID-19 safety concerns

The residents called one workroom an occupational hazard wherein social distancing proved impossible.
Thinking about instant retirement? Not so fast
Usual 15-minute wait time after flu vaccine can be reduced if certain conditions met

National Advisory Committee on Immunization issues recommendations on duration of observation period after influenza vaccination during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Another Toronto hospital declares COVID-19 outbreak; six patients infected

B.C. doctor raises red flag about prolonged wait times for regular childhood immunization

Company handling CFPC exams lost some residents' tests

Despite criticism, Ontario pharmacies keep on testing for COVID-19

Webinar on demand: Respiratory tract infections during a pandemic

Cases of multisystem inflammatory disease in children may rise through second wave of COVID-19

Public health recommendations around face shields should change

London hospital narrowly avoids psychiatric residents' walkout over COVID-19 safety concerns

Thinking about instant retirement? Not so fast

Usual 15-minute wait time after flu vaccine can be reduced if certain conditions met