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Fauci to retire as top U.S. government infectious disease expert
Dr. Anthony Fauci, the U.S. infectious disease expert who became a household name during the COVID-19 pandemic, has announced he will retire after more than five decades of service.
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100s could be infected with polio in New York, health officials say
A health official in New York State says hundreds of people could be infected with the polio virus.
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Canada now has more than 1,000 monkeypox cases
As Canada hits more than 1,000 cases of Monkeypox, public health officials say we have enough vaccine supply. In the U.S., health officials are giving smaller doses of the monkeypox vaccine to stretch limited supplies.
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Study Shows Infectious Diseases Might Be Worsening Due to Climate Change
Climate change is making more than half of human pathogenic diseases even worse, according to a study published in the journal Nature. More than 200 known infectious diseases have been at some point aggravated by climate-related events...
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Health officials say 100s could be infected with polio in New York
A health official in New York State says hundreds of people could be infected with the polio virus.
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What to Know About the Monkeypox Outbreak
Dr. William Schaffner, the professor of infectious diseases at Vanderbilt Medical Center, joined Cheddar News to break down concerns about monkeypox, the World Health Organization taking a second look at the outbreak, and how it differs...
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Not Ready for 'Mission Accomplished' as Biden Marks Tragic COVID Milestone
During the global pandemic summit, President Biden marked a "tragic milestone" of at least one million deaths from COVID-19 in the United States, and Dr. William Schaffner, a professor of infectious diseases at Vanderbilt Medical Center,...
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Fears Ukraine War Could Lead to Rise in COVID-19, Other Infectious Diseases
As the Russia's invasion of Ukraine continues, medical experts are worried conditions in active warzones will exacerbate the current pandemic — or even give rise to other contagions. Dr. Daniel Fagbuyi, a war veteran and former Obama...
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Alberta's COVID-19 crisis could drag on, expert says
The COVID-19 crisis in Alberta continues to worsen with hospitalizations reaching a record high. Dr. James Talbot, a former chief medical officer of health for the province, says the dire hospital situation could extend for weeks and...
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President Biden Plans To Get 70% Of Americans At Least One Vaccine Shot By Fourth Of July
Dr. William Schaffner, Professor of Preventive Medicine, Department of Health Policy, Professor of Medicine joins Cheddar to discuss President Biden's new vaccine goals.
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Pfizer Vaccine Boosters Await CDC Panel Decision
Dr. Asha Shah, director of infectious diseases at Stamford Health, joined Cheddar ahead of the CDC panel meeting on COVID booster shots. She discussed the frequently asked question about who might be eligible for the Pfizer vaccine...
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How the FDA Will Determine Need for COVID Vaccine Booster Shots
Amid conflicting reports on the need for COVID-19 vaccine boosters, the FDA's advisory committee will be reviewing the current information on the Pfizer shot on Friday before issuing its own opinion. Dr. William Schaffner, MD, professor...
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Ontario sees over 1,700 new COVID-19 cases for third straight day
Ontario sees over 1,700 new COVID-19 cases for the third straight day, sparking concern the rising numbers represent the start of a new wave in the hard-hit province.
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Americans Must Continue COVID-19 Precautions Through Early Autumn Despite Vaccine Says Infectious Disease Expert
Dr. Drew Weissman, MD, PhD, a professor of Infectious Diseases at Penn Medicine joins Cheddar to discuss the FDA vaccine committee meeting on the Moderna vaccine candidate.
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Thousands still flying into Canadian airports amid COVID-19 restrictions
More than 200,000 international travellers have arrived in Canada since March 23rd when borders were tightened.
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COVID-19: What are the risks of eating at a restaurant?
An infectious disease specialist answers questions about the risks of eating at a restaurant as they reopen during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Is Quebec moving too quickly?
A Montreal infectious diseases specialist reacts to a decision by Quebec on Wednesday to increase the number of people who can gather together.
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Airborne transmission of COVID-19 unlikely: experts
Infectious disease experts say research that found pieces of coronavirus suspected to have travelled through the air showed no evidence that those particles were still infectious.
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How to stay safe as bars and clubs begin to reopen
Bars and clubs are beginning to reopen across the country. Dr. Lisa Barrett, an infectious disease specialist, explains things you can do to stay safe if you choose to go out. Thumbnail credit: Paul Chiasson/The Canadian Press
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How long can we expect COVID-19 pandemic to last?
Doctors answer your questions about the coronavirus in Canada, including how long we can expect this COVID-19 pandemic to last.
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Airlines cut flights as travellers cancel amid coronavirus outbreak
The airline industry is preparing for a major hit as travel advisories and restrictions have travellers changing their plans.
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Don't make your own hand sanitizer: infectious disease expert
Soap and water is a better way to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus than any homemade hand sanitizer, says Jason Kindrachuk of the University of Manitoba's department of microbiology and infectious diseases.
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Public health specialist on travel screening, hand shaking during coronavirus outbreak
Dr. Colin Lee, a specialist in public health and infectious disease, answers questions about screening travellers for coronavirus and whether people should stop shaking hands.
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Travellers scramble, markets drop amid coronavirus fears
Travellers are cancelling plans amid growing fears and travel advisories over the ongoing spread of COVID-19. And nearly every major stock exchange has fallen to new lows as concerns grow.