Low prevalence of reported SARS-CoV-2 infections means that recommendations to reduce spread have worked reasonably well and must continue while we move through the stages of reopening society.

Dr. Barry Dworkin

Medical Mythbusting Commentary for June 16, 2020

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Why a 1% infection rate might not be a win for Ottawa

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