Canadian Nurse

December 2014 Comments

Accurate information is essential

In the previous pages, we brought you a snapshot of some of the global efforts to control the spread and impact of Ebola in West Africa. We’ve seen the disease move beyond those borders in recent months. Many in the Canadian health-care field are working on identifying the best ways to manage...

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December 2014 Promising Practices Comments

Planning for the psychosocial aspects of Ebola virus disease

Increasing resilience at both an organizational level as well as an individual employee level is essential during any health emergency.

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December 2014 Q&A Comments

“Safety is not negotiable”

Employers need to understand that this is an occupational health and safety issue.

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December 2014 Reflection Comments

The SARS experience

“Initially, no one realized what SARS was. The information and evidence came out during the outbreaks, and procedures and treatments were developed on the fly.”

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December 2014
Comments Special Message

Message from the minister of health

The devastating Ebola virus outbreak in West Africa continues to capture the attention of the entire world. As the outbreak evolves, Canada’s frontline healthcare professionals are both our first line of defense at home and our humanitarian ambassadors abroad. I am extremely proud of our...

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December 2014
Comments Special Message

Message from the chief public health officer of Canada

The spread of the Ebola virus disease continues to take an unprecedented toll in West Africa. While the disease has not reached Canada, we must continue to be vigilant and prepare our health system for a possible case. In West Africa, Public Health Agency of Canada scientists have played a prominent...

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December 2014
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CNA Now

From The CEO: Informing and involving the nursing community | CNA resources on infectious diseases + emergency preparedness

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December 2014
Comments President's Message

Bringing evidence to bear on public health issues

Registered nurses gather evidence from a multitude of sources in order to provide the best care to patients, clients and communities. We draw from our education and experience, refer to best practice guidelines and implement specific workplace or care setting measures. Ebola must be dealt with in...

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December 2014
Comments Perspectives

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How we are preparing for Ebola

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MSF in West Africa

Accurate information is essential

Planning for the psychosocial aspects of Ebola virus disease

“Safety is not negotiable”

The SARS experience

Message from the minister of health

Message from the chief public health officer of Canada

CNA Now

Bringing evidence to bear on public health issues

Antimicrobial copper's potential

Mice strains offer genetic clues

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