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COVID-19 shows up in Canadian wildlife for first time with three Quebec deer infected
Until more is known, it says anyone exposed to respiratory tissues and fluids from deer should wear a well-fitting mask and avoid splashing of fluids as much as possible.
Children's hospital takes a break from providing virtual ER, redirects staff to 'extraordinary' demand for in-person care
In October, the emergency department saw 7,100 kids, a 68% increase from the same month in 2020.

Fitbit app can detect undiagnosed atrial fibrillation: study

A study of more than 450,000 Fitbit wearers shows that an algorithm for the fitness tracker has a high positive predictive value for detecting atrial fibrillation.
Ontario's Dr. Kieran Moore says effort underway to find a more 'appealing' COVID-19 treatment for unvaccinated

Dr. Moore was responding to a question about how Ontario plans to deal with the 350,000-plus residents who have not yet had their first dose of the vaccine.
Unique aspects and manifestations of cardiovascular disease in women

Canadian Women’s Heart Health Alliance adds new chapter to Atlas, focusing on unique aspects and manifestations of CVD in women.
Unvaccinated travellers barred from planes and trains as of today

The stringent new requirement comes into effect as Canada reacts to the emergence of the new, highly mutated Omicron variant of COVID-19.
All travellers arriving by air, except from U.S., must now test at airport

The new measures come as public health officials around the world warn of the potentially dangerous new Omicron variant of COVID-19.
Alberta pharmacists: Nominate a peer for an APEX award!

The APEX award is given by the Alberta Pharmacists' Association.
More than $1B needed to clear surgical backlogs: Canadian Medical Association

Health systems lost an average of 118 days of procedure time for hip replacements on the high end of the spectrum, and an average of 46 days for breast cancer surgery on the low end.
Border services finds hundreds of suspected fake COVID-19 test results from those trying to enter Canada

Canadians who present fake documents can still enter the country, but could face investigations and fines from PHAC.