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Mpox DNA targeted by University of Lethbridge researchersA team of University of Lethbridge researchers broke down the genetic code of Mpox, formerly known as monkeypox, a foundation discovery for future treatment.FeaturesJul 7, 2023
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Mpox is no longer a global health emergency, WHO declaresMpox, formerly known as monkeypox, is no longer a global health emergency, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared Thursday in a press conference.HealthMay 11, 2023
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Experts say remain vigilant as mass mpox vaccination clinic wraps up in HalifaxEven though Nova Scotia has had only one confirmed mpox case, experts are still advising those at risk to get vaccinated and remain vigilant.CanadaMay 3, 2023
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N.B. company helps study wastewater for COVID-19, mpox at Toronto Pearson airportLuminUltra is working on a study of wastewater at Canada's largest airport to determine what kind of subvariants of COVID-19 are present in the country.HealthJan 11, 2023
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More investment needed to counter COVID-19 misinformation, Canada’s top doctor saysTheresa Tam says more investments are needed to combat misinformation about vaccines and pandemic measures to ensure Canada is ready for possible new COVID-19 variants of concern.HealthDec 23, 2022
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Montreal non-profit pioneered use of ‘mpox’ before WHO official changeLong before the World Health Organization's official modification, a Montreal community organization pioneered a movement for change of its own.HealthNov 28, 2022
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Monkeypox renamed ‘mpox’ by WHO following racism concernsIn August, WHO began consulting experts about renaming the disease, shortly after the UN agency declared monkeypox's spread to be a global emergency.WorldNov 28, 2022
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How to get messaging right on masks, vaccines as ‘triple threat’ of viruses swirlHealth officials looking to get buy-in among Canadians for measures like masking should use more positive and personal appeals - and should follow their own advice, experts say.HealthNov 20, 2022
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Monkeypox infections ‘steadily decreasing’ in Canada, PHAC declaresAs of Nov. 4, the total number of monkeypox cases reported in Canada to date was 1,444, the latest federal government data indicates.HealthNov 10, 2022
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Monkeypox ‘almost eradicated’ in Montreal, once epicentre of virus outbreak in CanadaMontreal has almost eradicated the virus on its territory, according to doctors in the city — but they warn it's too early to declare victory.HealthNov 7, 2022
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