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HHS Share /Tag: acute-flaccid-paralysis

Tag: acute-flaccid-paralysis

October 29, 2018

What you need to know about the “mystery virus” acute flaccid paralysis

You've probably heard about acute flaccid paralysis, the "mystery virus" that media are comparing to polio for causing sudden, unexplained paralysis in children. Should you be concerned? Dr. Jeff Pernica, our infectious disease specialist, explains.

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If you're experiencing a medical issue that isn't

If you're experiencing a medical issue that isn't life-threatening this long weekend, know your health-care options, like an Urgent Care Centre, your local pharmacy or call 811 to speak to a registered nurse 24/7. For a medical emergency, please call 911 or visit the closest emergency department.

We hope you have a safe and happy long weekend!

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Because these 15 teens successfully completed this

Because these 15 teens successfully completed this 7-week program, each has received a $1,500 bursary toward their future studies. Congratulations and thank you for spending your summer with our researchers!
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This month, orthopedic surgeons at our Juravinski

This month, orthopedic surgeons at our Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre performed their first hip replacement surgery using a new, state-of-the-art orthopedic surgical robot designed specifically for hip and knee replacements.

Thanks to @supporthhsfoundation for providing the funds to allow us to utilize this amazing technology.
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Earlier this year, Dr. Ian Jones was working as a

Earlier this year, Dr. Ian Jones was working as a resident in the Hamilton General Hospital’s intensive care unit. In the staff break room, he snacked on a piece of chocolate that, unbeknownst to him, contained peanuts.
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He started to have difficulty breathing and signaled for help. He knew he was experiencing serious allergic reaction.
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Staff rushed for the anaphylaxis kit to help him breathe - a kit Jones had helped to create as a Continuous Quality Improvement project five years earlier while working as a medical student.
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