Epidemiologist

• No evidence for ‘immunity debt’ theories, Winnipeg epidemiologist says

  Epidemiologist Cynthia Carr says even during the height of the pandemic, your immune system was working full-time.

  Health

  Nov 14, 2022
  
• Why does Saskatchewan have fewer restrictions? It’s about the surges: Manitoba epidemiologist

  Province's extension of the public health orders for an added three weeks reflects 14-fold case increase.

  Health

  Jan 10, 2022
  
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• Don’t travel internationally, keep gatherings small during holidays: Saskatchewan epidemiologist

  A Saskatchewan epidemiologist is suggesting residents cancel any international trips and keep holiday gatherings limited to less than 10 people to avoid the spread of COVID-19.

  Health

  Dec 17, 2021
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• Any new New Brunswick COVID-19 restrictions will likely apply province-wide, premier says

  N.B. Premier Blaine Higgs says any new COVID-19 health measures will likely apply across the province rather than targeting a specific region or health zone.

  Health

  Sep 28, 2021
• Proceed with caution: Saskatchewan epidemiologist on recent decline of new COVID-19 cases

  Saskatoon-based epidemiologist Dr. Nazeem Muhajarine is preaching caution despite a steady decline in new COVID-19 cases in Saskatchewan.

  Canada

  Jun 7, 2021
• Saskatchewan experts provide a glimpse into a post-pandemic future

  With every COVID-19 vaccination, the future looks a little brighter. But when exactly will life as we once knew it go back to normal? USask experts say it's hard to know exactly.

  Canada

  Mar 12, 2021
• Manitoba’s COVID-19 cases dropping, but test positivity on the rise

  Lower testing during the holidays has seen the test positivity rate shoot up to 12.6 per cent from 10 per cent.

  Health

  Dec 29, 2020
• One third of Saskatchewan residents would get COVID-19 vaccine immediately: poll

  Saskatchewan residents are more hesitant than not when it comes to getting a coronavirus vaccine, according to an Angus Reid Institute poll.

  Health

  Nov 20, 2020
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• Trick-or-treating in New Brunswick can be safe despite coronavirus: epidemiologist

  People are concerned about the safety of trick-or-treating amid the pandemic. An epidemiologist with the University of Ottawa says trick-or-treating is possible if done safely.

  Sep 21, 2020
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• Infectious disease expert warns how easy it is to burst your social bubble

  Health units across Ontario urge people to limit their social circles to stop the spread of the virus. Experts say it's challenging to keep a 'social bubble' pure.

  Canada

  Aug 24, 2020