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Vaccine ingredients are a big concern. It's normal to have questions, but make sure to get your facts from a trusted source.
If you want to learn even more about vaccines for kids from trusted experts you should join our #KidsVaccinesDay Town Hall! tinyurl.com/SUFKids2023
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If you want to learn even more about vaccines for kids from trusted experts you should join our #KidsVaccinesDay Town Hall! tinyurl.com/SUFKids2023
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Why exactly did we not get vaccinated against chickenpox back in the day?
The reason is simple, there was simply no vaccine available against the varicella zoster virus causing the diseases we commonly call chickenpox and shingles. It only became part of the national immunization program in 2004.
Some might think children don’t really need the vaccine because chickenpox is mild. They’ll just get it like we did. But chickenpox is not always mild, and even after recovery, the virus stays dormant in the body and can re-activate many years later in the form of shingles (a.k.a. herpes zoster) a very painful disease mainly affecting adults (1,2,3). Before the vaccine was available, many healthy children needed to be hospitalized every year following a chickenpox infection and some even died. Adults and immunocompromised kids and adults are also at risk for severe disease (1).
Now, children in Canada will receive their first chickenpox vaccine dose when they are 12 to 15 months old and a second when 18 months old (or later, just before they start school) (3). Adults and adolescents can also get vaccinated (3). After that, they will be 90% protected against any form of varicella, and 100% protected against severe disease (4)! That’s one hell of a gift!
Want to learn even more about vaccines for kids? Join our #KidsVaccinesDay Town Hall! tinyurl.com/SUFKids2023
Sources: tinyurl.com/SUFChickenpoxVaxFacts
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The reason is simple, there was simply no vaccine available against the varicella zoster virus causing the diseases we commonly call chickenpox and shingles. It only became part of the national immunization program in 2004.
Some might think children don’t really need the vaccine because chickenpox is mild. They’ll just get it like we did. But chickenpox is not always mild, and even after recovery, the virus stays dormant in the body and can re-activate many years later in the form of shingles (a.k.a. herpes zoster) a very painful disease mainly affecting adults (1,2,3). Before the vaccine was available, many healthy children needed to be hospitalized every year following a chickenpox infection and some even died. Adults and immunocompromised kids and adults are also at risk for severe disease (1).
Now, children in Canada will receive their first chickenpox vaccine dose when they are 12 to 15 months old and a second when 18 months old (or later, just before they start school) (3). Adults and adolescents can also get vaccinated (3). After that, they will be 90% protected against any form of varicella, and 100% protected against severe disease (4)! That’s one hell of a gift!
Want to learn even more about vaccines for kids? Join our #KidsVaccinesDay Town Hall! tinyurl.com/SUFKids2023
Sources: tinyurl.com/SUFChickenpoxVaxFacts
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February 13th is #WearRedCanada to raise awareness about women’s heart health AND it’s Palentine’s day (a day celebrating friendship). Because of this we wanted to give you some facts to share with all the women in your life!
Sources: tinyurl.com/SUFWmnHeart Women’s Heart Health, 1/4
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Sources: tinyurl.com/SUFWmnHeart Women’s Heart Health, 1/4
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With winter viruses in the air, let’s all take precautions to keep healthy.
Did you know that one of the things you can do to protect yourself is wear a mask? It’s true! Masks don’t just protect you from COVID-19, they can help increase your chances of avoiding things like influenza and other air-born viruses.
Not sure when to mask up? See our latest decision tree tinyurl.com/SUFMaskForViruses
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Did you know that one of the things you can do to protect yourself is wear a mask? It’s true! Masks don’t just protect you from COVID-19, they can help increase your chances of avoiding things like influenza and other air-born viruses.
Not sure when to mask up? See our latest decision tree tinyurl.com/SUFMaskForViruses
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Do you know about DeepFakes? They’re trickier than defending your home from the wet bandits!
DeepFakes are manipulated videos, or other digital representations, made by artificial intelligence. The goal is to make fake images and sounds that appear to be real. Misinformers can use this technology to create media that helps support their agenda.
They can be funny and entertaining, but as the technology improves people need to become more thoughtful about what they’re seeing on the screen.
DeepFakes are getting better all the time but focusing on the weaknesses of the software makes it easier to spot when something isn’t real.
Watch our video for tips on how to spot them for yourself. 👀
Did you learn something new? Be sure to share with a friend and let us know your questions about AI.
Sources: tinyurl.com/SUFDeepFakeHoliday
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DeepFakes are manipulated videos, or other digital representations, made by artificial intelligence. The goal is to make fake images and sounds that appear to be real. Misinformers can use this technology to create media that helps support their agenda.
They can be funny and entertaining, but as the technology improves people need to become more thoughtful about what they’re seeing on the screen.
DeepFakes are getting better all the time but focusing on the weaknesses of the software makes it easier to spot when something isn’t real.
Watch our video for tips on how to spot them for yourself. 👀
Did you learn something new? Be sure to share with a friend and let us know your questions about AI.
Sources: tinyurl.com/SUFDeepFakeHoliday
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Winter can be a tiring time and it’s easy to let your guard down around COVID precautions.
With so many indoor gatherings in December it’s important to remember that the pandemic isn’t over. It’s best to be cautious and consider the most at-risk members of your group when planning an event.
Wear a mask in crowded spaces, wash your hands, get your booster and stay home if you feel sick. Let’s keep each other safe this holiday season.
Music by: @hebontheweb
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With so many indoor gatherings in December it’s important to remember that the pandemic isn’t over. It’s best to be cautious and consider the most at-risk members of your group when planning an event.
Wear a mask in crowded spaces, wash your hands, get your booster and stay home if you feel sick. Let’s keep each other safe this holiday season.
Music by: @hebontheweb
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With the cold weather chasing us indoors it’s time to think about how we mask up. Things like masking in crowded indoor spaces can really help to stop the spread of all sorts of viruses this winter.
In addition to public masking, don’t forget to consider your family and loved ones. When planning a holiday party consider your precautions to protect the most vulnerable member of your group.
How are you adapting to the changing weather?
Let us know in the comments below.
Masking resources: tinyurl.com/SUFMaskUp
Swiss Cheese Model (a classic! 🧀):
tinyurl.com/SUFSwissCheeseLayers
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In addition to public masking, don’t forget to consider your family and loved ones. When planning a holiday party consider your precautions to protect the most vulnerable member of your group.
How are you adapting to the changing weather?
Let us know in the comments below.
Masking resources: tinyurl.com/SUFMaskUp
Swiss Cheese Model (a classic! 🧀):
tinyurl.com/SUFSwissCheeseLayers
#ScienceUpFirst #LaSciencedAbord
Making your mind up can be hard, especially when you don’t have all of the facts.
Our booster menu has never been so diverse and it is normal to feel a little lost in all of it. Both Moderna and Pfizer have bivalent vaccines targeting the original strain and either the Omicron sub-variant BA.1 or BA.4/5.
But don’t worry too much, like our friend Amanda confides in her diary, all four bivalent vaccines are great and are predicted to provide better protection against the current variants than the original formula. If you got any of the original boosters you should not worry either as they too will protect you against severe outcomes and hospitalization from COVID-19. The best booster you can get this fall is the one that is available to you.
Check out our resources for more specific information on the bivalent vaccine:
tinyurl.com/SUFDearBivalent
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Our booster menu has never been so diverse and it is normal to feel a little lost in all of it. Both Moderna and Pfizer have bivalent vaccines targeting the original strain and either the Omicron sub-variant BA.1 or BA.4/5.
But don’t worry too much, like our friend Amanda confides in her diary, all four bivalent vaccines are great and are predicted to provide better protection against the current variants than the original formula. If you got any of the original boosters you should not worry either as they too will protect you against severe outcomes and hospitalization from COVID-19. The best booster you can get this fall is the one that is available to you.
Check out our resources for more specific information on the bivalent vaccine:
tinyurl.com/SUFDearBivalent
#ScienceUpFirst #LaSciencedAbord
Let me tell you the story of how supplements became popular when their benefits have yet to be proven and they have been shown to be dangerous on several occasions.
The story of Linus Pauling reminds us that in science it is important to look at the evidence and not the anecdote.
Are you surprised by this story or did you already know? Tell us in the comments, we are curious!
Sources: tinyurl.com/SUFSupplements
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The story of Linus Pauling reminds us that in science it is important to look at the evidence and not the anecdote.
Are you surprised by this story or did you already know? Tell us in the comments, we are curious!
Sources: tinyurl.com/SUFSupplements
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There is a lot of misunderstanding when it comes to #LongCOVID . Some ill intended individuals would have you believe that it's a condition made up to scare you.
Not only is this not true, but many other viruses can cause post-acute sequelae like long COVID. These conditions simply have a different name, often specific to the virus causing the condition.
Did you know that other viruses could cause post-acute sequelae?
Tell us in the comments or leave us your questions on long COVID. Either way we want to know!
Sources: tinyurl.com/SUFPostAcuteSequelae
For more content on long COVID checkout our post here 👇
https://tinyurl.com/SUFlongCovidFacts
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Not only is this not true, but many other viruses can cause post-acute sequelae like long COVID. These conditions simply have a different name, often specific to the virus causing the condition.
Did you know that other viruses could cause post-acute sequelae?
Tell us in the comments or leave us your questions on long COVID. Either way we want to know!
Sources: tinyurl.com/SUFPostAcuteSequelae
For more content on long COVID checkout our post here 👇
https://tinyurl.com/SUFlongCovidFacts
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Bad news!
Supplements being labeled as “natural” or “organic” does not automatically make them safe.
Watch this video to learn why 👇
Make sure to talk to a healthcare professional about any over-the-counter supplements you are taking or planning on using. Not doing so could be dangerous for you.
Leave in the comments our slide into our DM to ask us any questions you might have on supplements. We are happy to help!
Sources: tinyurl.com/SUFSupplements
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Supplements being labeled as “natural” or “organic” does not automatically make them safe.
Watch this video to learn why 👇
Make sure to talk to a healthcare professional about any over-the-counter supplements you are taking or planning on using. Not doing so could be dangerous for you.
Leave in the comments our slide into our DM to ask us any questions you might have on supplements. We are happy to help!
Sources: tinyurl.com/SUFSupplements
#ScienceUpFirst #LaSciencedAbord
