October

To build back a better health system, start at the frontline HRI Portal “Now is the winter of our discontent. As the cold and flu season threatens to send our country back into dreaded lockdowns, […]

The search for COVID-19 treatments: 32 clinical trials happening right now in Canada CTV News “The Toronto-based University Health Network is taking part in this trial involving peginterferon-lambda, a part of the human antiviral …” […]

Biomarkers could be used in a quick, inexpensive COVID-19 blood screening tool Western News “A new study from Western University, Lawson Health Research Institute and University of Alberta suggests that COVID-19 affects the body’s blood […]

The psychology of wearing masks: Why some people are complying and others are not CBC.ca “Sociocultural psychologist and University of Saskatchewan professor Dr. Jan … “You’ll see some people having this urge to pull their […]

Using plasma to treat COVID-19 still in question after clinical trial results CBC.ca “… at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre in Toronto, commended the Indian … Dana Devine, chief scientist at Canadian Blood Services, is part of a […]

Researchers look at drones to deliver medical supplies to remote communities CTV Toronto “Researchers at the University of Calgary, SAIT, Alberta Health Services and Alberta Precision Laboratories are partnering with the Stoney Nakoda …” TAGS: […]

COVID-19 transmission expected to change in winter. Here’s what a microbiologist wants you to … CTV Toronto “York University microbiology associate professor Dasantila Golemi-Kotra said a big reason for the change in transmission is colder […]

CHEO offers vital care with new drive-up Mental Health Vitals Clinic CHEO “To safely meet the needs of children and youth who are accessing CHEO mental health services during the COVID-19 pandemic, CHEO has transformed […]

Protecting the Vulnerable During COVID-19: Webinar Registration Open! Canadian Frailty Network “Don’t miss this informative webinar about how you can protect yourself and others this flu season. Registration is free. All are welcome!” TAGS: COVID-19, […]

Call for Nominations – It’s Time to Celebrate Nurses! Canadian Nurses Foundation “Canadian Nurses Foundation is expanding our #ThankANurse initiative to further shine a spotlight on the nursing community across Canada and thank them for […]