September 26, 2022 General information Bivalent COVID vaccine now available to all Ontarians over 18 years of age. Why do we have the bivalent BA.1 version whilst the US has the BA.4 and 5?
August 31, 2022 General information New alcohol drinking guidelines produced by the Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction recommends people consider drink limits to two per week (the lowest risk category) to minimize cancer risk and other alcohol-related diseases.
August 26, 2022 Epidemiology Why do edible cannabis products have to look like candy or other treats? Hospitalization rates for accidental cannabis poisoning in kids increased two times more in provinces that legalized edibles: study
August 25, 2022 Food Science The science and research behind food additives GMOs, and pesticides adds perspective to their use: increasing food yields and supply. It has also led to the reduction of harmful dyes, trans fats, and residue limits among others to safeguard health.
August 24, 2022 Health Policy Clear communication about vaccine scheduling and messaging needs to be clear to reduce rates of vaccine fatigue according to study, maybe. The proverbial horse can be brought to the water but you know the rest.
August 22, 2022 Epidemiology CDC urges polio vaccination as it has been detected in wastewater samples in and around New York City.
August 16, 2022 Health Policy New Moderna BA.1 variant vaccine approved for use in UK. We will likely see BA.4 and BA.5 omicron subvariant versions here as U.S. FDA wants the latter versions included in any vaccine submitted for their approval.
August 11, 2022 Epidemiology Doctors express concern about the availability of Sodium Nitrite and recommend tighter regulation/restrictions. Study reports it was intentionally used citing the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service investigating deaths deemed to be suicides.
August 3, 2022 Health Policy The variability of MAID decisions is illustrated in this patient’s experience.
July 14, 2022 Health Policy Fourth COVID vaccine dose now open to all adults in Ontario who choose to do so. Who should partake in this option? @billcarrolltalk and I discuss the assumptions being made and why for most, you should opt in.
