COVID-19, flu vaccines on the way as cases rise: CRISP report

By Admin 02/10/2023

Oct. 10 marks the formal start date for COVID-19 and flu vaccine availability, though high-risk individuals may be eligible for an earlier shot. Go to Source 02/10/2023 – 21:04 /Andrew Benson Twitter: @hoffeldtcom

Saskatchewan Ministry of health encourages those eligible to get new COVID-19 booster

By Admin 27/09/2023

As fall rolls around, the Saskatchewan Ministry of health is expecting an increase in COVID-19 activity. The government recently announced that a new booster shot is available. Go to Source 27/09/2023 – 18:05 /Emily-May Simmonds Twitter: @hoffeldtcom

Back-to-school booster? What to know about fall COVID-19 vaccine guidance

By Admin 10/08/2023

COVID-19 and other respiratory viruses are expected to make a resurgence in the fall when schools reopen across Canada, experts are warning. Go to Source 10/08/2023 – 12:03 /Saba Aziz Twitter: @hoffeldtcom

Interest in feeding wild birds soared during lockdown, finds global study

By Admin 02/08/2023

Coronavirus | The Guardian Covid-19 restrictions ushered in worldwide avian enthusiasm, with potential wellbeing benefits Interest in wild bird feeding surged over the pandemic, a study has found.Researchers used data from Google Trends to assess the weekly frequency of searches for terms including “bird feeder”, “bird food” and “bird bath” from January 2019 to May […]Continue reading

Understanding viral justice

By Admin 18/07/2023

MIT News – Artificial intelligence In the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, the word “viral” has a new resonance, and it’s not necessarily positive. Ruha Benjamin, a scholar who investigates the social dimensions of science, medicine, and technology, advocates a shift in perspective. She thinks justice can also be contagious. That’s the premise of Benjamin’s […]Continue reading

Alberta mom suing Starbucks over her firing because she alleges her cancer was confused for COVID-19

By Admin 30/06/2023

A mom who alleges Starbucks mistakenly thought her cancer symptoms were COVID-19 symptoms is now taking legal action, arguing she was wrongfully fired over the mix-up. Go to Source 30/06/2023 – 06:02 /Elissa Carpenter Twitter: @hoffeldtcom

Do you need a COVID booster for your summer vacation? Experts weigh in

By Admin 24/06/2023

New COVID-19 cases have decreased in Canada – and so has the vaccination uptake. Here’s why some experts recommend booster vaccines for those planning to travel this summer. Go to Source 24/06/2023 – 15:03 /Saba Aziz Twitter: @hoffeldtcom