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We're seeing the worst measles numbers in Canada in more than a decade. Dr. Ninh Tran, medical officer of health in the country's hardest hit region of southwestern Ontario, describes how they're fighting to control the spread. And University of Alberta infectious diseases specialist Dr. Lynora Saxinger reflects on the "undead zombie of disinformation" that's helped lead us here.

WELCOME TO THE MWSA PODCAST FOR THURSDAY, JAN 30TH An open letter has been sent to the Premier, Health Minister, and members of the legislative assembly of Alberta raising concerns on the report of Alberta's COVID-19 Pandemic Response. We caught up with Dr. Lynora Saxinger - one of the Physicians who lent her name to the letter – to get her thoughts on the Province's findings – and hear why it was important to her to make her voice heard on this matter. Next – Are you a parent of a teen? Do you struggle to give them the support they need – when they're struggling? Well not to worry – we get some ‘real life' tips to help you have those difficult conversations – and truly be there for your teenager – from Karen Gallagher-Burt, our resident Mental Health Advocate & Social Worker. And finally…It's one of the fastest growing sports in the world – Pickleball! Have you joined the ranks of Pickle Ball nation? We hear details on what makes this ‘hybrid' game so unique – and history behind the sport – from Todd Boss, Pickleball enthusiast and Sports Writer for “Forbes Magazine”.

Dr. Lynora Saxinger, professor, Division of Infectious Diseases, University of Alberta

Send us a textOn this episode of the CMAJ Podcast, Dr. Mojola Omole and Dr. Blair Bigham explore the growing challenge of antimicrobial resistance and how shorter courses of antibiotics are reshaping prescribing practices. The conversation builds on insights from the CMAJ practice article “Five things to know about shorter courses of antibiotics” co-authored by Dr. Maria Ivankovic, an emergency physician at St. Joseph's Health Centre in Toronto.Dr. Ivankovic explains why shorter courses of antibiotics are as effective as longer ones for many common infections and how this approach can reduce the risk of antimicrobial resistance and adverse effects for patients. She highlights key conditions with strong evidence for shorter durations and discusses practical strategies for implementing these changes in practice.Dr. Lynora Saxinger, an infectious diseases specialist and professor of medicine at the University of Alberta, broadens the discussion by examining the current state of antimicrobial resistance in Canada and globally. She explores the drivers of resistance, including unnecessary and inappropriate antibiotic use. Dr. Saxinger introduces the concept of the antibiotic footprint as an analogue to the carbon footprint, encouraging physicians to consider the collective impact of their prescribing decisions.This episode provides actionable advice for physicians looking to balance patient care with stewardship practices, helping to preserve the effectiveness of antibiotics for future generations.To learn more about exciting physician careers from our sponsor, Vancouver Coastal Health, visit vch.ca/jobyouwantJoin us as we explore medical solutions that address the urgent need to change healthcare. Reach out to us about this or any episode you hear. Or tell us about something you'd like to hear on the leading Canadian medical podcast.You can find Blair and Mojola on X @BlairBigham and @DrmojolaomoleX (in English): @CMAJ X (en français): @JAMC FacebookInstagram: @CMAJ.ca The CMAJ Podcast is produced by PodCraft Productions

H5N1 avian flu has now spread through dairy herds in 16 U.S. states. Close to 60 human cases have been reported in the U.S. and one here in Canada with a B.C. teen. Most have been caused through contact with infected animals, though a few sources are unclear. A new study in the journal Science says the virus might be just a single mutation away from more easily spreading between people. But infectious diseases specialist, Dr. Lynora Saxinger, says that while there's no reason to panic, we need to take precautions and get any exposure to sick animals checked out.

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Antibiotics treat bacterial infections and save lives when used appropriately, but when they aren't needed, they can cause adverse effects and other harms — including antibiotic resistance, a growing global health threat. Dr. Lynora Saxinger, an infectious diseases specialist at the University of Alberta Hospital in Edmonton, explains what conditions antibiotics do — and don't — treat, why new antibiotics are limited and how resistance is affecting patients in hospital. For transcripts of The Dose, please visit: lnk.to/dose-transcripts. Transcripts of each episode will be made available by the next workday.

Next week, Albertans will be able to book appointments for RSV, flu, and Covid vaccines. What do you want to know about the latest vaccines? Dr. Lynora Saxinger joins us for the hour to take your calls and questions.

Our Ask Me Anything segment looks at EG.5, the latest Omicron subvariant in Canada. Our guest is infectious diseases expert Dr. Lynora Saxinger. She answers questions on EG.5.

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On today's show, Alberta's Minister of Affordability and Utilities, Matt Jones, joins us to break down the province's new affordability measures. We also chat with Edmontonian, Naomi Kariuki, who is living in Qatar and attending World Cup soccer games. Plus, Dr. Lynora Saxinger from the University of Alberta explains why prairie provinces are seeing so many flu cases. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Health Canada approved a new COVID-19 bivalent vaccine booster from Moderna earlier this month. The updated shot builds on the original vaccine by adding protection specifically against the Omicron BA.1 variant. Dr. Lynora Saxinger, infectious diseases specialist at the University of Alberta, shares what you need to know as the boosters roll out.

Monkeypox is a viral infection that's usually found in parts of Africa. But the current outbreak has shown up in countries including the U.K., Spain, Portugal, Australia, the United States and Canada. That's just one of several things that has doctors puzzled. So this week we're asking: What do I need to know about monkeypox? We get some clues from Lynora Saxinger, an infectious diseases specialist with the University of Alberta.

7:47 | How do you find a therapist that's a good fit? Registered clinical counsellor Megan Jespersen (yes, she's Ryan's sister!) explains how you can tell if you'd benefit from therapy, how to choose the right counsellor, and how to tell if the sessions are effective or not. Megan discusses the evolution of stigma around counselling, the growth of specific specialties (ie - religious trauma), and what "making space" means to her. 40:35 | We're staring down a sixth (!) wave of COVID-19, and everybody's got questions. How contagious is this new subvariant? How necessary is a fourth dose of the vaccine? Should we cancel gatherings for Easter, Passover, or Ramadan? Drs. Lynora Saxinger and Darren Markland take your questions, and share their (very candid) personal thoughts as we enter the third year of the pandemic.

Another wave of COVID-19 infections is hitting across Canada. Infectious disease specialist Dr. Lynora Saxinger answered questions about testing, masking, vaccinations and more.

Today's guests: Lorne Gunter, columnist - Edmonton Sun Rory Johnston, Founder- Commodity Context Dr. Lynora Saxinger, Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine and Division of Infectious Diseases at the University of Alberta See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The long-awaited attack on the Ukrainian capital seems to be underway, and The Bridge goes inside with a first-hand account of what it's like.  Olexiy Haran from Kyiv University talks to us from his home within earshot of the attacks.  And it's Monday, so we have our latest COVID update, this week with Lynora Saxinger from Edmonton. AS people start going back to their offices what's the best advice to follow?

Some provinces will be lifting mask requirements for kids in the coming months. Those decisions are getting mixed reactions, both inside of schools and elsewhere. For more on the evidence about masking in schools, we spoke with Dr. Kevin Schwartz, an infection prevention and control physician with Public Health Ontario; and Dr. Lynora Saxinger, an infectious diseases specialist at the University of Alberta.

Today's regular Monday look at where we are in the fight against COVID involves our discussion this week with Edmonton's Dr. Lynora Saxinger from the University of Alberta.  But first my thoughts on the weekend of protest on mandates.  And of course, a last thought on the weekend's NFL games.

On this week's show: Premier Tim Houston explains Nova Scotia's response to a steep rise in COVID-19 cases and infectious diseases expert Dr. Lynora Saxinger contextualizes the threat of the Omicron variant. Opposition Leader Erin O'Toole reflects on a brief yet busy first sitting of Parliament. Minister Karina Gould talks about securing final federal child care deals. Plus — a conversation about Quebec's Bill 21 and, in a podcast bonus, this year's House of Commons Christmas poem.

1:25 | Infectious disease physician Dr. Lynora Saxinger on the loosening of Alberta's COVID health restrictions for the holiday season despite the emergence of the Omicron variant.  13:05 | Maclean's Magazine senior writer Paul Wells explains why federal party leaders can no longer avoid taking a position on Quebec's Bill 21, which forbids public servants from wearing religious symbols on the job.  38:32 | Senator Paula Simons and University of Calgary political scientist Dr. Barry Cooper debate if Alberta should stay or leave the country. 1:24:13 | #EatYourWords | Ryan rebukes youth hockey players who used the death of another player's mother as cruel taunts during the game. Presented by Prairie Catering.

More cases of the COVID-19 omicron variant are showing up in Canada. Meanwhile, the federal government and the U.S. have implemented certain travel restrictions to reduce the spread. Our question this week: Is it time to rethink your family holiday plans? Is it safe to travel? Dr. Lynora Saxinger, infectious diseases expert and physician, shares what people should be considering as the holidays approach; Frederic Dimanche, director of the school of hospitality and tourism management at Ryerson University, on how the latest variant is impacting tourism; and Lawrence Young, virologist at the University of Warwick, explains what we know so far about omicron.

Power & Politics for Friday, November 26th with Mental Health & Addictions Minister Carolyn Bennett, Infectious Diseases Specialist Dr. Lynora Saxinger, WHO Special Adviser Dr. Peter Singer, Labour Minister Seamus O'Regan, and the Power Panel.

Meet Ryan's mom. She's proud of her boy, except for maybe the typo's.  Meet Ryan's dad. He's proud of his boy, he even took him to see Morrissey. That's love right there.  Ontario and Quebec are dropping vaccine requirements for healthcare workers. Dr. Lynora Saxinger, infectious disease expert at the UofA helps us understand how this impacts our fight against the virus. Is covid becoming an endemic, and how contagious are we?  Plus Steve Stebbing and What the hell should we watch this weekend. Marvel's next big superhero movie, Eternals, is here. Is it any good? Tom Hanks is alone, but this time he's not on an island. He's in the apocalypse! Steve reviews that and so much more.   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's guests: Marie Henein, criminal defence attorney, author - "Nothing But the Truth" Dr. Lynora Saxinger, Infectious Diseases Doctor, University of Alberta Dr. Ryan Brook, Associate Professor - Saskatchewan College of Agriculture and Bioresources, University of Saskatchewan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

During this episode, Lynora Saxinger, MD, FRCPC, CTropMed, updates listeners on the latest Emergency Use Authorizations and guideline recommendations for optimal clinical management of COVID-19. Gain practical insights on patient identification, risk stratification, and treatment.Key points include:Treatment of COVID-19 can be broken into antiviral and immune-modulating therapiesEach agent should be used at the correct disease stage to maximize benefitAntiviral medications and mAbs show the greatest promise early during COVID-19, before the host immune response is mountedPassive immunization with mAbs can prevent infection and severe disease—and mortality—if given early to hospitalized personsOperational challenges to using these medications exist, but given the epidemic of unvaccinated persons, these treatments become increasingly relevant to reduce burden on healthcare systemsPresenter:Lynora Saxinger, MD, FRCPC, CTropMedCochair, Scientific Advisory Group  Alberta COVID-19 Emergency Coordination Centre  Associate ProfessorDivision of Infectious DiseasesDepartment of Medicine  University of AlbertaEdmonton, Alberta, CanadaContent based on an online CME program supported by an educational grant from Gilead Sciences, Inc.Follow along with the slides at:https://bit.ly/3BxQKtD Link to full program:https://bit.ly/3BwzdlC

The first experimental pill to fight the virus that causes COVID-19 is on the way, according to the drug company Merck & Co. We hear from Dr. Lynora Saxinger, an infectious diseases specialist at the University of Alberta in Edmonton, about the new drug, molnupiravir, and other COVID-19 treatments.

Infectious diseases specialists Dr. Lynora Saxinger and Dr. Isaac Bogoch answer callers' questions on the COVID-19 health emergency in Alberta, the fourth wave, vaccine mandates and more.

Dr. Lynora Saxinger, Infectious Disease Doctor, Associate Professor, Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry, University of Alberta

8:51 | Infectious disease physician Dr. Lynora Saxinger responds to the lack of data provided by the Alberta Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Deena Hinshaw in justifying the province's decision to drop almost all pandemic measures. 42:18 | #RealTalkRoundTable | $10/day Child Care in Canada Provincial spokesperson for the successful $10aDay Child Care campaign Sharon Gregson, University of Alberta Women's & Gender Studies professor Dr. Lise Gotell, and University of Manitoba's professor of Sociology Dr. Susan Prentice discuss where Canadian regions are in making affordable child care a reality. 1:56:25 | #TrashTalk presented by Local Waste

As the economy reopens and travel ramps up, infectious diseases expert Dr. Lynora Saxinger answers callers' COVID-19-related questions.

Two weeks ago Alberta appeared to be the province with the worst Covid problems.  Now its on the verge of being the first to fully reopen.  What happened?  And is it safe?Dr Lynora Saxinger joins us from Edmonton for this one.  Plus a lot more.

Today's guests: Jann Arden, Canadian Music Hall of Fame inductee / award-winning singer wongwriter Sinikka Crosland, President of the Canadian Horse Defence Coalition Dr. Lynora Saxinger, Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases at the University of Alberta Stewart Bell, National Online Journalist, Investigative - Global News Mark Stephen, Play-by-Play voice of the Calgary Stampeders on 770 CHQR See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More and more Canadians are getting their second dose of COVID vaccine. So what's safe for you to do if you're heading into a two dose summer? Can you travel? Hug your grandkids? Go to restaurants? Infectious diseases specialist Lynora Saxinger has the answers for what life can look if you're fully vaccinated.

Today's guests: John Boyko, Author - "The Devil's Trick: How Canada Fought the Vietnam War" Ken Coates, Macdonald-Laurier Institute Senior Fellow in Aboriginal and Northern Canadian Issues / Canada Research Chair in Regional Innovation, Johnson-Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy, University of Saskatchewan Donna Kennedy-Glans, Lawyer / Former MLA & cabinet minister Dr. Lynora Saxinger, Associate Professor in the department of Medicine and Division of Infectious Diseases at the University of Alberta Adam Zivo, Digital Content Producer / Writer / LGBTQ activist See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Karen Hogan, Auditor General of Canada; James Cumming, Conservative MP; Rachel Blaney, NDP MP; Tyler Shandro, Alberta Health Minister; Rachel Aiello, CTV News; Robert Benzie, Toronto Star; Dr. Lynora Saxinger; infectious disease specialist; and Lisa Raitt, former transport minister.

Canada's vaccine rollout is speeding up, raising the possibility of COVID-19 restrictions loosening in the next few months. Today on Front Burner, infectious disease epidemiologist Dr. Lynora Saxinger talks about the kind of summer we could expect to have.

Dr. Caroline Quach, Chair of the National Advisory Committee on Immunization; Rachel Notley, Alberta NDP Leader; Anita Vandenbeld, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of National Defence; James Bezan, Conservative MP; Randall Garrison, NDP MP; Deb Schulte, Minister of Seniors; Tonda MacCharles, Toronto Star; Ian Bailey, The Globe and Mail; and Dr. Lynora Saxinger; infectious disease specialist.

In this episode, Drs José R. Arribas, Andrew Carr, and Lynora Saxinger discuss simplification strategies for a virologically suppressed patient with HIV and a complex ART treatment history.Presenters:José R. Arribas, MDResearch Director, HIV and Infectious DiseasesHospital La Paz IdiPAZMadrid, SpainAndrew Carr, MBBS, MD, FRACP, FRCPAProfessor of MedicineUniversity of New South WalesDirector, HIV and Immunology UnitSt Vincent’s HospitalSydney, AustraliaLynora Saxinger, MD, FRCPC, CTropMedCochair, Scientific Advisory GroupAlberta COVID-19 EmergencyCoordination CentreAssociate ProfessorDivision of Infectious DiseasesDepartment of MedicineUniversity of AlbertaEdmonton, AlbertaCanadaContent based on an online CME program supported by an independent educational grant from Gilead Sciences, Inc.Link to full program:https://bit.ly/3xdgcTk

In this episode, Drs José R. Arribas, Andrew Carr, and Lynora Saxinger discuss ART safety and management in a woman who wishes to conceive.Presenters:José R. Arribas, MDResearch Director, HIV and Infectious DiseasesHospital La Paz IdiPAZMadrid, SpainAndrew Carr, MBBS, MD, FRACP, FRCPAProfessor of MedicineUniversity of New South WalesDirector, HIV and Immunology UnitSt Vincent’s HospitalSydney, AustraliaLynora Saxinger, MD, FRCPC, CTropMedCochair, Scientific Advisory GroupAlberta COVID-19 EmergencyCoordination CentreAssociate ProfessorDivision of Infectious DiseasesDepartment of MedicineUniversity of AlbertaEdmonton, AlbertaCanadaContent based on an online CME program supported by an independent educational grant from Gilead Sciences, Inc.Link to full program:https://bit.ly/3xdgcTk

Generation X stepped up in a big way this week when the demographic became eligible for the AstraZeneca-Oxford vaccine. The U of A's Dr. Lynora Saxinger talks with us about the meteoric uptake of the AZ shot and how this could shift Alberta's third wave. Plus we mark Earth Week with a tour of a local shop that's making small changes for big sustainability, we get some tips about ways to reduce our waste, and associate producer Patrick Connolly takes us south of the equator to meet an Oilers' fan in the unlikeliest of places.

In this episode, Drs José R. Arribas, Andrew Carr, and Lynora Saxinger discuss weight gain concerns for a patient with initiating ART.Presenters:José R. Arribas, MDResearch Director, HIV and Infectious DiseasesHospital La Paz IdiPAZMadrid, SpainAndrew Carr, MBBS, MD, FRACP, FRCPAProfessor of MedicineUniversity of New South WalesDirector, HIV and Immunology UnitSt Vincent’s HospitalSydney, AustraliaLynora Saxinger, MD, FRCPC, CTropMedCochair, Scientific Advisory GroupAlberta COVID-19 EmergencyCoordination CentreAssociate ProfessorDivision of Infectious DiseasesDepartment of MedicineUniversity of AlbertaEdmonton, AlbertaCanadaContent based on an online CME program supported by an independent educational grant from Gilead Sciences, Inc.Link to full program:https://bit.ly/3xdgcTk

Welcome to IMPACT Medicom's MYTHBUSTER series, addressing COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy. This series is aimed at health care professionals who are on the front lines of vaccine delivery, to help address common sources of misinformation around COVID-19 vaccines. In the second episode of the series, hosted by Anna Christofides (owner of IMPACT Medicom),  we discuss with Dr. Lynora Saxinger:Common concerns that may lead to COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy The scientific evidence behind these concerns and how they can be addressed with patientsThe latest safety data, in particular, the risk of blood clots Data around length of immunity and optimal dosing schedulesOur guestDr. Lynora Saxinger is a world-renowned infectious disease specialist, based at the University of Alberta. Dr. Saxinger has been at the forefront of the media, becoming a National public figure in the discussions around COVID-19. This podcast episode is sponsored by AstraZeneca Canada.  If you enjoy our podcast, please review and subscribe. For more podcasts, papers, and medical education programs, visit our website at: http://www.impactmedicom.com.

Today's guests: Dr Theodore Warkentin, clinical and laboratory hematologist and transfusion medicine director at Hamilton General Hospital / Professor in the Department of Pathology and Molecular Medicine, and the Department of Medicine, at McMaster University Dr. Eleanor Fish, Professor of Immunology - University of Toronto  Dr. Lynora Saxinger, ssociate Professor in the Department of Medicine and Division of Infectious Diseases at the University of Alberta Kevin Drew, U.S. News' assistant managing editor for international news Karl Moore, Associate Professor of Strategy & Organization - Desautels Faculty of Management, McGill University Duane Bratt, Professor of Political Science - Mount Royal University See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The BBC had to open a new complaints page over its coverage of Prince Phillip's death.  How times have changed. And more blunt talk about Covid in Canada this wee with Dr. Lynora Saxinger from Edmonton.

April 1st means most of Alberta's $25/day child care subsidies are done. Glengarry Child Care executive director Brad West explains what that means for the families at his facility, his staff, and his business. With Alberta headed toward a "third wave" of variant-heavy cases of COVID-19, Dr. Lynora Saxinger and Dr. Gosia Gasperowicz guide us through the stats, trends, and headlines we need to understand. Why is University of Regina professor Sean Tucker calling for a public inquiry into the Alberta government's handling of COVID-19 outbreaks at meat packing plants? Dr. Tucker takes us into the 600+ pages of documents he reviewed through his lens as a occupational health and safety expert. The Metis Nation of Alberta is calling for the government to re-do its draft K-6 curriculum. President Audrey Poitras explains why she calls it "another example of Alberta's continued colonial practice over Metis peoples." 17:01 - Brad West 38:01 - Dr. Lynora Saxinger & Dr. Gosia Gasperowicz 1:19:00 - Dr. Sean Tucker 1:34:39 - Audrey Poitras

With the COVID-19 variants spreading in Canada, infectious disease specialist Dr. Lynora Saxinger joins Dr. Brian Goldman to break down the newest science around masks, with tips on which ones you should be wearing, how to fit them, and how to tell if your mask is working.

For several years, Irene Deschenes suffered sexual abuse at the hands of a Catholic priest. She joins us along with her lawyer Loretta Merritt to explain how their recent Supreme Court victory paves the way for true justice to be served. The public school board in Red Deer, Alberta will not observe Pride Week; instead, they'll promote a "Diversity Week" this year. We talk to longtime Red Deer school trustee Dianne Macaulay and LGBTQ2S+ advocate Dr. Kristopher Wells about why specific Pride celebrations are important. Emergency department Dr. Shazma Mithani, infectious diseases Dr. Lynora Saxinger, and ICU Dr. Darren Markland provide fact checks following interviews with UCP MLA Drew Barnes and Lt. Col. (Ret.) David Redman last week about easing pandemic restrictions. Yale Law professor, New York Times magazine writer, and Slate Political Gabfest co-host Emily Bazelon checks in from Connecticut to make sense of post-January 6th America, Donald Trump's second impeachment acquittal, and the early stages of Joe Biden's presidency. mCloud Technologies CEO Russ McMeekin explains why they're moving corporate headquarters to Calgary, and where he finds reason for optimism in a strained economy. Plus, we get our week started off on the right foot with another edition of Positive Reflections presented by Kuby Energy! 3:02 - Irene Deschenes and Loretta Merritt 19:01 - Red Deer Public Schools Pride Panel 37:11 - Doctors' Fact Check Panel 1:18:43 - Emily Bazelon 1:38:00 - Russ McMeekin

Lots of questions still persist about vaccines and variants.  Today we go to Edmonton for some answers from infectious disease specialist Dr. Lynora Saxinger.  And there are some encouraging signs.   We also talk about Dan Levy, Lorne Michaels and The Weeknd.  And then a very special guest on the late great Christopher Plummer.

Having escaped extremism himself, Mubin Shaikh went on to serve as a CSIS operative and undercover agent for the RCMP. He joins Ryan to shed light on Proud Boys, one of the most recent additions to Canada's terrorist watch list. The most prominent newspapers in Canada, including the Toronto Star, went "blank" on their front pages Thursday morning to send a clear message to the federal government. They say they're trying to save journalism from the influence of tech giants like Google and Facebook. John Hinds, President and CEO of News Media Canada, explains what they want the federal government to do, and what will happen without an intervention. Infectious Diseases Doctor Lynora Saxinger helps us understand the evolution of COVID-19, updated information people need to know, and implications on Canada's vaccine roll-out. Plus, Ryan reads a whole bunch of excellent emails from Real Talkers, as submitted to talk@ryanjespersen.com.

Welcome to The Morning Show Podcast for Wednesday, December 9th. We begin with reaction to the new COVID-19 restrictions put in place by the Province on Tuesday. We speak with Ward 3 Councillor Jyoti Gondek on the impact the changes will have on Calgarians… We also get an update on the ongoing conversation surrounding the Green Line LRT project. Next we look at the dilemma surrounding a Coronavirus Vaccine rollout in our Nation. Are there any consequences for those individuals who refuse to take a part in the vaccination? We get the thoughts of Lynora Saxinger, Infectious Disease Specialist from the University of Alberta. Seasonal Affective Disorder is real – and the impact of ‘SAD' may be even stronger this year amidst the Pandemic. We get some tips for beating seasonal depression – in your work environment. And finally – temperatures may be getting cooler – but the real estate market is HOT right now. We speak with Realtor Justin Havre for some tips on how to take advantage of the surprisingly strong market, if you're ready to make a move!

In our very first show, Edmonton Mayor Don Iveson joins for an exclusive one-on-one to discuss why he won't seek re-election next fall. Plus, Dr. Lynora Saxinger on Alberta's exploding COVID-19 cases.

COVID-19 cases continue to rise across Canada -- and so does the sense of urgency felt by health-care providers and public health officials. It's become clear to many that at this point, the only way to stop the virus from choking the health-care system is to bring in tough restrictions to reduce contact between people. Physicians in Alberta recommend a short, sharp lockdown -- known as a “circuit breaker” -- to slow the pandemic surge. Infectious diseases specialist Dr. Lynora Saxinger returns to The Dose to explain what that means.

We're heading into Thanksgiving weekend in the midst of a resurgence of COVID-19 in Canada. Many of us are craving a gathering with the people we love, but we're also in a critical phase of this pandemic -- and the decisions we make about gathering with others now have big consequences. Infectious diseases specialist Dr. Lynora Saxinger talks us through the risks and offers her insight on how we can flatten the curve in time for the holidays.

Dr. Lynora Saxinger, an infectious diseases specialist and associate professor of microbiology and immunology at the University of Alberta in Edmonton, answers questions about how you can return to work safely.

Dr. Lynora Saxinger, an infectious diseases specialist and associate professor of microbiology and immunology at the University of Alberta in Edmonton answers how to return to work safely during the pandemic.

Part two of Dr. Goldman's conversation with Dr. Lynora Saxinger, who joined us to talk about navigating all things summer. Yesterday we covered swimming, backyard parties, sports, patio drinks and more. Today, the great indoors: from cottages to weddings, malls, libraries, day camps, gyms and more.The infectious diseases specialist and associate professor of microbiology and immunology at the University of Alberta in Edmonton helps evaluate the risks.

This week: After a long, hard winter and spring, summer is almost here. After months of being cooped up inside, you may be desperate to have friends on your back deck, hit a hiking trail or go for a swim. But what are the risks during a pandemic? Dr. Lynora Saxinger, an infectious diseases specialist and associate professor of microbiology and immunology at the University of Alberta joins Dr. Goldman to answer the question "How safe are my favourite summer activities?"

Is the hype around Lyme Disease leading to unnecessary treatment? Lynora Saxinger, infectious disease specialist at the University of Alberta Hospital, joined Rob to chat about her thoughts on this.