A new COVID-19 variant, EG.5 emerges, underlining ongoing global mutations. EG.5 was added to WHO monitoring on July 19. EG.5 constitutes 14.6% of UK cases and 17.3% of US cases. Dr. Isaac Bogoch, an expert in infectious diseases at University Health Network in Toronto, anticipates the emergence of EG.5 cases in Canada shortly, possibly even if they have not surfaced yet. “It's probably everywhere and if it isn't everywhere, it'll be everywhere,” he told CTVNews.ca in a phone interview Monday.
Canadian health officials want people to consider getting a COVID-19 booster shot before the flu season, despite it being almost two months away. An immunologist from McMaster University believes it will be challenging to achieve vaccination targets this fall, given historical difficulties in reaching required numbers for flu vaccinations. The city's COVID-19 dashboard shows over 76,000 infections and 700 deaths since the pandemic began.
London Health Sciences Centre launched Ontario eHub Health Information Exchange, sharing patient data with LTC homes within 30 mins of discharge. Collaborating with 29 LTC providers in southwestern Ontario, it streamlines care by providing medication, health history, allergies, and care plans through electronic health records, eliminating LTC staff's need to call for information. Immediate support awaits patients at their new home.
In this podcast, Monique candidly shares her experiences and insights, offering a glimpse into her fascinating career trajectory. Join us as we embark on this enlightening discussion with Monique Harding—an exceptional nurse whose career evolution from Mental Health RN to Nurse Educator serves as a testament to the endless possibilities within the nursing profession. Stay tuned for an enriching and insightful conversation that will leave you inspired and motivated.
Ontario's paramedic services face critical strain, leaving communities concerned as ambulances remain unavailable for extended periods. Shockingly, the province fails to monitor this issue. Although data on paramedics' wait times in ERs is known, it's kept confidential. Calls for action to aid paramedics intensify, but the absence of public information hampers a clear understanding of the problem's magnitude.
Sudbury Health Unit advises waiting until fall for COVID-19 booster shots to maximize immune response. Getting a booster now may lead to waning immunity during the respiratory season. They urge individuals to boost their immunity before the start of the season when respiratory viruses are expected to peak. While most Canadians have received primary shots, interest in boosters has decreased. Federal and provincial health authorities encourage people to get vaccinated.
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