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OPEN LETTER: Urgent action to ensure equitable application of public health protections
Read more: OPEN LETTER: Urgent action to ensure equitable application of public health protections“Flattening the curve cannot be done without testing. It is imperative to triage resources to…
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Preparedness, prevention and control of COVID-19 in prisons
Read more: Preparedness, prevention and control of COVID-19 in prisonsPeople in prisons and other places of detention are likely to be more vulnerable to…
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Rights in the time of COVID-19: Lessons from HIV for an effective, community-led response
Read more: Rights in the time of COVID-19: Lessons from HIV for an effective, community-led responseIn times of fear and panic, some countries may resort to politically-driven, restrictive, stigmatizing and…
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Operations Manual: COVID-19 Management in Housing
Read more: Operations Manual: COVID-19 Management in HousingPurpose: this document provides guidance for implementing and operating COVID-19 facilities for vulnerable populations (homeless…
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Expanding access to diacetylmorphine & hydromorphone in Canada
Read more: Expanding access to diacetylmorphine & hydromorphone in CanadaClick HERE for more resources Abstract: The increasing incidence of fatal opioid overdose is a…
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Sex and Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
Read more: Sex and Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)Here are some tips for how to enjoy sex and to avoid spreading COVID-19.
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Risk Mitigation in the Context of Duel Public Health Emergencies
Read more: Risk Mitigation in the Context of Duel Public Health EmergenciesAs the effects of the pandemic continue, the drug supply may become significantly more adulterated…
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COVID-19 and Ceremonial Spiritual Practices
Read more: COVID-19 and Ceremonial Spiritual PracticesThese guidelines were developed with consultation from public health professionals, First Nations health professionals and…
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Safer Drinking Tips During COVID-19
Read more: Safer Drinking Tips During COVID-19Everyone is different but for some people who drink very heavily, stopping all at once…
