Respirology

No proven effective therapies currently exist for COVID-19 prophylaxis or treatment, but numerous agents are being examined in clinical trials

Small studies from around the world are showing mixed results about survival rates for COVID-19 patients placed on ventilators

The 30-day prescription limit has been controversial, no doubt, but necessary to ensure the long-term medication needs of Canadians

Emergency doctors have been warned to try to avoid using the limited supply of medications needed for patients on ventilators, as they could be critical in the fight against COVID-19.

Alberta is expanding its eligibility for COVID-19 testing to anyone with symptoms of the illness.

The 2019-2020 flu season appears to be quietly winding down; however, data should be interpreted with caution due to COVID-19's impact on reporting activity

Neurological manifestations may include impaired consciousness, stroke, ataxia, seizure, taste/smell impairment, vision impairment, nerve pain and skeletal muscle pain