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EXPLAINER: Is COVID-19 winding down? Scientists say no.
Scientists predict the scourge that's already lasted longer than the 1918 flu pandemic will linger far into the future.
Unions representing 60,000 B.C. healthcare workers reach tentative contract deal
Meena Brisard, the lead negotiator for the nine-union Facilities Bargaining Association, said protecting members' earnings against rising living costs had been a priority during the talks that began in February.

India and China clear needle free COVID-19 vaccines

Regulators in India authorized Bharat Biotech's nasal version on Tuesday as an option for people who haven't yet been vaccinated.
Ontario's science table members would have advised against scrapping COVID isolation

Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Kieran Moore said last week that those who test positive for COVID-19 no longer need to isolate for five days, an approach he referred to as "practical and pragmatic.''
Kevin Hamilton appointed new registrar, CEO for College of Pharmacists of Manitoba

Hamilton has served on the college’s council and committees for eight years in various positions.  
A pox on your pooch? First canine case of monkeypox confirms it can happen

The U.S. Center for Disease Control and Prevention has compiled a list of symptoms indicating potential monkeypox in a pet, as well as recommended precautionary measures. Note to pet owners: Don't try to bathe your animal baby in disinfectant.
Sweetening the pot: Patient desperate for family doctor offers $5K finders fee

So far two people have responded with leads, but both have told Vancouver resident Gary Shuster they're not interested in the reward.
Quebec election: CAQ admits that family doctor for all Quebecers 'not possible'

Party leader Francois Legault had promised everyone a family doctor during the 2018 election campaign but failed to follow through after he was elected premier.
Spice linked to food poisoning investigation in Ontario

Symptoms associated with aconite poisoning can include nausea, vomiting, dizziness, weakness, irregular heart beats, and in severe cases, death.
EXPLAINER: How bivalent vaccines work and what we know about protection they offer

Health authorities have signalled that a swift rollout of the new shots from Moderna will be important to fend off an anticipated fall surge.
Public Health Ontario to have final say on topics studied by new science table

Public Health Ontario said it has invited existing science table members to "submit their expressions of interest'' to join the new team before a call goes out to the public on Sept. 8.
Northern pharmacy practice: Lessons in collaboration, adaptation and reconciliation

The many issues preventing patients in remote indigenous communities from receiving optimal health care are longstanding and complex; I am happy to be able to do my part to start working towards solutions.