COVID-19 VOCs – Especially Delta Variant – More Virulent Than Original Strain
A large study from Ontario confirms that SARS-CoV-2 variants of concern (VOCs), especially the Delta variant, are more virulent than the native strain of the…
Canadian Medical Association Journal
Cannabis Legalization Linked To Increase in Fatal Motor Vehicle Collisions
Legalization of recreational cannabis may be associated with an increase in fatal motor vehicle collisions based on data from the United States, and authors discuss…
Research Shows Regular Exercise, Even in Polluted Areas, Can Lower Risk of Death
Regular exercise, even performed in areas with air pollution, can reduce the risk of death from natural causes, according to new research in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association…
Scientists Warn: Anticipate a Resurgence of Respiratory Viruses in Young Children
Canada should anticipate a resurgence of a childhood respiratory virus as COVID-19 physical distancing measures are relaxed, authors warn in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal)….
Rare but Possible: COVID-19-Related Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Adults
In rare cases, adults who have recovered from COVID-19 may develop multisystem inflammatory syndrome, and clinicians should consider this possibility in adults with specific symptoms,…
Noninfluenza Viruses Have Rates of Illness and Death Similar to Flu
Noninfluenza respiratory viral infections (NIRV) are associated with illness and death rates similar to influenza in hospitalized adults, according to new research in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association…
Children Less Infectious Than Adults With COVID-19 – Daycare & In-Person School May Be Relatively Safe
Children may not be as infectious in spreading SARS-CoV-2 to others as previously thought, according to new University of Manitoba-led research in CMAJ (Canadian Medical…
New U.S. Research Confirms COVID-19 Complications: Lung, Kidney and Cardiovascular Issues
A large study of patients in the United States who contracted coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) confirms many complications of the disease, according to new research…
Researchers Eliminate SARS-CoV-2 and Bacteria From N95 Masks With Low-Cost Moist Heat Treatment
A new study shows that moist heat treatment of N95 masks eliminates severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) and bacteria, which would allow reuse…
Serious Potential Adverse Effects of Chloroquine and Hydroxychloroquine for Treating COVID-19
Chloroquine, hydroxychloroquine, and azithromycin are being used to treat and prevent COVID-19 despite weak evidence for effectiveness, and physicians and patients should be aware of…
Presciption Medications Can Interact With Cannabis: 5 Things to Know
A practice article provides 5 things to know on how drugs can interact with cannabinoids in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal). The antifungal drug ketoconazole was…
People With Food Insecurity Are 10% to 37% More Likely to Die Prematurely
Adults with food insecurity (i.e., inadequate access to food because of financial constraints) are 10% to 37% more likely to die prematurely from any cause…
Novel Health Risks Presented by Cannabis Edibles
With the recent legalization of cannabis edibles in Canada, physicians and the public must be aware of the novel risks of cannabis edibles, argue authors…
“Popcorn Lung” – New Type of Life-Threatening E-Cigarette Vaping Lung Injury Uncovered
A research case report describing lung injury related to e-cigarette use in a 17-year-old Canadian may be the first documented case of a new form…
5 Critical Things to Know About Opioid Use Disorder in Pregnancy
Opioid use is increasing in pregnancy as well as the general population. A “Five things to know about …” practice article on opioid disuse in…
In People With Diabetes, What Really Matters Is Fat Mass Index, Not BMI
In people with diabetes, fat mass index, not body mass index (BMI), is associated with a higher risk of cardiovascular events, according to new research…
Warning: Commonly Used Drug for Alzheimer’s Disease Doubles Risk of Hospitalization
A drug commonly used to manage symptoms of Alzheimer disease and other dementias — donepezil — is associated with a two-fold higher risk of hospital…
Gastroesophageal Reflux Associated With Chronic TMD Pain
Gastroesophageal reflux (GERD) is associated with chronic, painful temporomandibular disorder — pain in the temporomandibular joint — and anxiety and poor sleep contribute to this…
