False health information harms patients, providers, and the integrity of medicine. What can physicians do? Join us at #CCPH2025 for a discussion w/ @drshazmamithani.bsky.social, Dr. Sarah Newbery, @jossreimer.bsky.social, Doctor Mike and Dr. Sukhmeet Sachal. Register here: bit.ly/46b17FH

IMPORTANT PSA FOR ALBERTANS GoA is now requiring the influenza and COVID-19 vaccines be pre-ordered on their online booking site by September 30. Please spread the word and get your family pre-ordered ASAP. bookvaccine.alberta.ca/vaccine/s/pr...

What are the signs of heat illness? Heat-related illness exists on a spectrum, so recognizing early symptoms is key to avoiding progression, by @drshazmamithani.bsky.social www.theglobeandmail.com/life/health-... via @theglobeandmail.com

“The organization calls Bill 26 an “unprecedented government intrusion” because it requires physicians to follow a law rather than clinical guidelines, the needs of patients and their own conscience.”

I think we are focussing on the wrong metrics when we talk about the healthcare system. We talk a lot about hospital space. Yes, we have an aging population, but I think we would be better served talking more about keeping people out of hospitals by increasing care in the community. /1

Accidents happen – but these five rules will help keep you out of the ER, by @drshazmamithani.bsky.social www.theglobeandmail.com/life/health-... via @theglobeandmail.com

As emergency departments across Alberta face overcrowding, AMA board member Dr. Shazma Mithani @drshazmamithani.bsky.social highlights five ways to help keep you healthy and out of the ER. canadian-reviews.ca/accidents-ha...

Really great discussion on the Money Feels podcast on healthcare privatization. Take a listen! cc @picardonhealth.bsky.social podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/m...

We now have confirmed measles cases in multiple provinces across Canada, including Alberta. Do you have questions about measles? Drop them below! #measles #abhealth #health

Concern grows over low #measles #vaccination rates in parts of B.C. Some regions had less than two-thirds of 7-year-olds fully vaccinated against measles in 2023, by Akshay Kulkarni www.cbc.ca/news/canada/... via @cbcnews.ca #MMR

Measles has arrived in Alberta with a recent confirmed case in the Calgary region. Stay diligent and make sure you and your loved ones are adequately vaccinated. #alberta #yyc #abhealth #measles

Thanks to @albertadoctors.bsky.social for the invite to speak on your health delivery model panel at the Representative Forum! Great discussion about improving timely surgical access. I met some lovely folks IRL! @drshazmamithani.bsky.social Dr Hardcastle Dr Parks #abpoli #ableg

A few important reminders about measles: 1. It’s one of the most contagious diseases on the planet and is spread by airborne transmission. 2. Measles lasts in the air for hours after the infected person has left the room. 3. Two doses of the MMR vaccine offer over 95% protection. /1

A measles outbreak has been reported in northern Alberta. Measles is highly contagious and the best source for preventing outbreaks is immunization. For more information visit: myhealth.alberta.ca/Topic/Immuni...

I’m playing in a charity hockey game called the heavy hockey showdown to raise money for SACE on March 15 at the downtown community arena. Here’s a link to donate www.justgiving.com/page/oliver-...

Sexual Assault Center Edmonton lost @albertagov.bsky.social funding!! This is abhorrent news!! What have we become in Alberta. www.instagram.com/p/DHB3qpTyAK...

The Sexual Assault Centre for Edmonton (SACE) provides tremendous supports for sexual assault survivors in #yeg. As of today, SACE has paused intake because of an unexpected funding cut by the Alberta Government. This is absolutely devastating to SA survivors.

With the extreme cold, we have been seeing many more cases of frostbite in unhoused patients. These patients often require admission to hospital, and in severe cases, require amputation months down the road. Any guesses on what could prevent this and be much more cost effective ? Housing.

I’ve been getting more questions about “Bird Flu” and whether it’s time to worry. Here’s some info on what you need to know. 1/2

With all going on in Alberta politics regarding the healthcare system right now… … your reminder that the care you receive is directly thanks to the amazing humans who work on the frontlines: the nurses, the doctors, the clerical staff, allied health, support workers 💖🧑‍⚕️

One question, one follow-up was a COVID invention. We couldn't scrum properly, so that's how govt ran phone press conferences. Now govt uses it to limit reporters' ability to press officials. It is govt control over media. That's why I don't like the mic system. Bring back proper scrums.

The gap between First Nations and non-First Nations life expectancy in Alberta is 19 years, and wider now than any other point on record. This is a provincial and national emergency. #ableg www.stalbertgazette.com/local-news/f...

Premier Smith remains silent as calls for resignation grow louder following AHS political interference allegations www.ctvnews.ca/calgary/arti... @ctvnewscalgary.bsky.social 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝘂𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀: CanadaHealthwatch.ca/newsletter 🍁

This rapid acceleration in solar deployment shows the potential of renewables to meet global energy needs now. While nuclear SMRs will likely have a role in the mix, holding out for unproven or slower-to-deploy technologies risks predatory delays. Renewables are scaling at the speed of necessity. ⚡🌍

Stretcher occupancy rates in Montreal ERs continue to climb montreal.citynews.ca/2025/02/07/q...

Transparency and accountability are paramount when it comes to government contracts using public dollars. I hope we see a thorough investigation to get to the bottom of these allegations.

I’m so sick of DEI opponents saying “I believe in meritocracy.” DEI exists 𝙗𝙚𝙘𝙖𝙪𝙨𝙚 the status quo was never purely merit-based—it favored certain groups due to systemic barriers. DEI helps ensure talent, not privilege, determines outcomes. ⚖️

Let’s start a list of Canadian brands that we love! Reply with yours below!

Have you hear the term “Quademic?” It’s here and in full force. Learn more below. www.parents.com/how-to-prep-...

What will the history books say about us 100 years from now? What a time to be alive.

If aliens visited Earth, they’d be baffled that we’re not aggressively capturing and storing the literally free, clean energy from the sun. There’s this weird idea that solar is too “wimpy” to power society, but it already powers all life on Earth. Tons of untapped potential. ☀️🌍

In addition to pushing science-free nonsense, the Alberta Gov COVID Report a confused mess. It relies on retracted science, uses questionable refs, listed someone as a contributor without their consent, etc etc. Also, language lifted (putting it kindly) from another report?

Flu vaccines have prevented millions of deaths – our research proves it theconversation.com/flu-vaccines... Vaccines "reduce the burden of disease on healthcare systems and, more importantly, it saves lives." "...crucial that we gather and analyse all available evidence, share it.." #VaccinesWork

The so called “report” is a mix of revisionist history, “expert” opinion and references from news websites, podcasts, substacks and social media posts. This isn’t science. It’s a predetermined outcome that cost Alberta taxpayers $2 million. @caulfieldtim.bsky.social @picardonhealth.bsky.social

SCOOP: John Conly, a Calgary physician, said he was not on the task force that advised govt to halt COVID vaccines, even though the report listed him as a contributor. Doctors across the country are calling the report bunk. www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/alber... W @alannasmith.bsky.social

Despite all the spin, there remains strong support for childhood vaccination requirements. Yes, support decreasing (ugh) & strong political divide (ugh). But important to recognize that public opinion doesn't always map the rage rhetoric. #VaccinesWork

Physician listed on Alberta #COVID19 report demands his name be removed. @cmadocs.bsky.social and @albertadoctors.bsky.social denounce $2-million report as 'misinformation,' by @carrietait.bsky.social @alannasmith.bsky.social www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/alber... via @theglobeandmail.com

The CMA endorses the Alberta Medical Association's concerns about the Alberta COVID-19 Pandemic Data Review Task Force report. This report promotes misinformation and risks undermining trust in medical and scientific communities. Our statement ⬇️

Alberta Medical Association statement regarding the report of the Alberta COVID-19 Pandemic Data Review Task Force

Dear Alberta Government, This...👇 "This report is anti-science and anti-evidence. It advances misinformation. It speaks against the broadest, and most diligent, international scientific collaboration and consensus in history." via @albertadoctors.bsky.social 🙏

Vaccines save lives. That is all. I can’t believe we have to keep reiterating this.

Given Alberta's accelerating embrace of contrarian vaccine nonsense, let's highlight what body of evidence actually says about COVID vaccines: - Saved millions - < healthcare costs - < long COVID - > pregnancy outcomes - < risk of stroke - etc etc My take healthydebate.ca/2024/09/topi...

I can’t tell you how many patients I see in the ER who come in with complications of their chronic illnesses because they can afford their medications. You know what’s less expensive than multiple ER visits over a year? Pharmacare.

I have so much hate in me right now. I can’t even articulate my rage.

'Just' family doctors -- The hidden curriculum against family medicine in medical schools, by Helen Jingshu Jin www.cfp.ca/content/71/1... via @ritamc.bsky.social #MedEd

Still seeing lots of influenza A in the ER across all ages. It’s not too late to get the flu shot for your entire family. Even if you’ve had one strain of influenza, remember that the vaccine covers for multiple strains!

About 37% of Canadians are forced to seek health advice online due to the lack of a family doctor. The result? Around 23% report harm from bad advice, and 43% feel anxious from #misinformation. This isn’t just data — it’s a health crisis. Read here ⬇️

Leaving the @who.int is a terribly dumb decision not only for the health of Americans, but for global health.