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23 December 2025
Is dementia a vaccine-preventable condition?
What if protecting your brain were as simple as rolling up your sleeve? New research shows that common vaccines, such as those for shingles, flu, and pneumonia, may lower your risk of dementia by 20%.Full story -
1 March 2023
Probing probiotics: 3 evidence-based benefits related to their use
From digestive to respiratory health, research highlights the potential benefits of probiotics.Full story -
24 March 2021
Rolling out the COVID-19 vaccines (Part 3): the need for open, transparent and tailored communication
Decision-makers are also facing the challenge of communicating to the public about their vaccination plans, and the safety and effectiveness of vaccines. This is particularly challenging in a context where new information (and misinformation) about COVID-19 vaccines is emerging on a daily basis.Full story -
10 February 2021
Rolling out the COVID-19 vaccines (Part 2): Allocating vaccines and necessary equipment equitably
After months of waiting, vaccination campaigns have finally started in order to fight the COVID-19 pandemic. While health systems are used to running vaccination campaigns, the global COVID-19 pandemic raises many challenges. In a context of a limited supply of vaccine doses, who should be prioritized and on what grounds?Full story -
27 January 2021
Rolling out the COVID-19 vaccines (Part 1): Securing and distributing a reliable supply of vaccines
After months of the COVID-19 pandemic, there is hope on the horizon with the approval and start of the roll-out of several vaccines. The roll-out of the COVID-19 vaccines is arguably one of the largest health-system initiatives ever conducted. This blog post is the first in a series which examine evidence and experiences from Canada and other countries about the COVID-19 vaccine roll-out.Full story -
19 March 2019
Help flu shots stick with prebiotics and probiotics?
Preventing the flu is top-of-mind for many people during flu season. Supplementation with prebiotics or probiotics may be one way to enhance the flu shot’s protective effects.Full story -
28 June 2016
The shingles vaccine: Should you get it?
Shingles is a painful condition that can attack anyone who has ever had chicken pox, but is most likely to strike older adults and others with weakened immune systems. Vaccines are available that cut the chance of getting shingles. Is vaccination worth it? Dr. Mark Loeb provides a professional view and shingles patient Jean shares her personal experience.Full story -
11 December 2015
'Tis the season... Have you had your flu shot yet?
It’s quick, easily available, virtually painless and the first line of attack against a nasty bout of flu. The flu vaccine is recommended for everyone and is particularly critical for those with weakened or compromised immune systems such as older adults living in long-term care facilities.Full story
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