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New COVID-19 treatment study shows remdesivir reduces need for ventilation
In the largest single country trial of the potential COVID-19 treatment remdesivir to date, researchers have found the drug reduced the need for mechanical ventilation in hospitalized patients, when compared with standard of care.
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Potential resurgence of respiratory viruses in young children
Canada should anticipate a resurgence of a childhood respiratory virus as COVID-19 physical distancing measures are relaxed, according to BC Children’s Hospital researchers in their commentary in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal).
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New study to track COVID-19 transmission in Vancouver schools
Researchers at BC Children’s Hospital, the University of British Columbia and Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) are teaming up with the Vancouver School District to better understand COVID-19 transmission in Vancouver schools.
