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November 9, 2025 at 4:10 PM
We have experienced another setback and are facing a crisis situation.
If my efforts have ever been helpful to you, we could use your support.
All reposts and donations are very deeply appreciated.
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If my efforts have ever been helpful to you, we could use your support.
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Agreed!! And @canadastrong.bsky.social ear loop respirators are so comfy and even stylish. People would be so much happier and healthier in them.
October 23, 2025 at 2:06 AM
Agreed!! And @canadastrong.bsky.social ear loop respirators are so comfy and even stylish. People would be so much happier and healthier in them.
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Infections in Canada this week are expected to result in 2,500 hospitalizations, 500 deaths (people who die at least 1 year earlier than they would without COVID) and 20,000 new long COVID cases serious enough to limit daily life activities.
September 30, 2025 at 3:42 AM
Infections in Canada this week are expected to result in 2,500 hospitalizations, 500 deaths (people who die at least 1 year earlier than they would without COVID) and 20,000 new long COVID cases serious enough to limit daily life activities.
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“Surgical masks are not considered respirators and shall not be used as respiratory protection by HCWs.” -CSA
Proud to have co-authored this piece with amazing collaborators at the @thewhn.bsky.social.
Let me know what you think.
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Let me know what you think.
whn.global/whn-joins-in...
WHN joins in the chorus: Medical masks are not PPE - WHN
Overview Throughout the COVID pandemic, there has been confusion from public health and medical leaders over which masks to wear to prevent transmission of the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Inadequate supplies of...
whn.global
October 21, 2025 at 8:19 PM
“Surgical masks are not considered respirators and shall not be used as respiratory protection by HCWs.” -CSA
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The Long COVID Web’s 3rd long COVID symposium is on now. Started today and continuing tomorrow. On NL time, so ‘early’ for many Canadians/North Americans. Great sessions so far. www.longcovidweb.ca/events/copy-...
2025 Symposium | Long COVID Web
This symposium will offer invited speakers and panelists as well as all participants interested in the subject, the opportunity to express themselves on these issues and to explore possible solutions ...
www.longcovidweb.ca
October 20, 2025 at 11:05 PM
The Long COVID Web’s 3rd long COVID symposium is on now. Started today and continuing tomorrow. On NL time, so ‘early’ for many Canadians/North Americans. Great sessions so far. www.longcovidweb.ca/events/copy-...
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Nova Scotia, our Covid forecast is now severe. About 1 of every 58 people is infected. Wear a well-fitted mask (like an N95) in public spaces. Open windows or meet outside. Booking for Covid & flu vaccines is now available.
October 15, 2025 at 1:16 AM
Nova Scotia, our Covid forecast is now severe. About 1 of every 58 people is infected. Wear a well-fitted mask (like an N95) in public spaces. Open windows or meet outside. Booking for Covid & flu vaccines is now available.
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It's me again with another update 😜
#Ontario #wastewater graph updated with September 7 data
- Kingston, London, Toronto updated: wwater.ca/Ontario
- Also updated: BC, MB, NB, NS, QC, SK, YT
wwater.ca
Source: health-infobase.canada.ca/wastewater/
#Ontario #wastewater graph updated with September 7 data
- Kingston, London, Toronto updated: wwater.ca/Ontario
- Also updated: BC, MB, NB, NS, QC, SK, YT
wwater.ca
Source: health-infobase.canada.ca/wastewater/
September 19, 2025 at 6:07 PM
It's me again with another update 😜
#Ontario #wastewater graph updated with September 7 data
- Kingston, London, Toronto updated: wwater.ca/Ontario
- Also updated: BC, MB, NB, NS, QC, SK, YT
wwater.ca
Source: health-infobase.canada.ca/wastewater/
#Ontario #wastewater graph updated with September 7 data
- Kingston, London, Toronto updated: wwater.ca/Ontario
- Also updated: BC, MB, NB, NS, QC, SK, YT
wwater.ca
Source: health-infobase.canada.ca/wastewater/
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If you need high filtration respirator masks that fit your face securely & cannot afford them, contact a nearby Mask Bloc to request free PPE. Worldwide directory: maskbloc.org
If all you have are surgical masks, close the gaps against your face by adding a mask fitter brace like www.fixthemask.com
If all you have are surgical masks, close the gaps against your face by adding a mask fitter brace like www.fixthemask.com
MASK UP!!! There is no excuse for not masking during the ongoing pandemic especially when we no longer have access to COVID vaccines (which were never enough anyway)
UK: Covid cases climb to highest level this year with thousands testing positive.
"Almost 1,500 people tested positive for the coronavirus last week, up by 20% on the week before, new data from the UK Health Security Agency has revealed."
Source: archive.md/RkUjl
"Almost 1,500 people tested positive for the coronavirus last week, up by 20% on the week before, new data from the UK Health Security Agency has revealed."
Source: archive.md/RkUjl
August 25, 2025 at 10:38 PM
If you need high filtration respirator masks that fit your face securely & cannot afford them, contact a nearby Mask Bloc to request free PPE. Worldwide directory: maskbloc.org
If all you have are surgical masks, close the gaps against your face by adding a mask fitter brace like www.fixthemask.com
If all you have are surgical masks, close the gaps against your face by adding a mask fitter brace like www.fixthemask.com
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**Time sensitive request (by tomorrow Aug 14)**
We need evidence-based mask standards in healthcare! The Canadian Aerosol Coalition has created a petition in support of CSA mask standards in healthcare - pls consider signing via the link below:
www.aerosoltransmissioncoalition.ca?fbclid=IwQ0x...
We need evidence-based mask standards in healthcare! The Canadian Aerosol Coalition has created a petition in support of CSA mask standards in healthcare - pls consider signing via the link below:
www.aerosoltransmissioncoalition.ca?fbclid=IwQ0x...
aerosoltransmissioncoalition.ca
The home page of the Canadian Aerosol Transmission Coalition – a group of individuals sharing their knowledge and expertise to help guide government leaders and public health officials with their deci...
www.aerosoltransmissioncoalition.ca
August 13, 2025 at 1:40 PM
**Time sensitive request (by tomorrow Aug 14)**
We need evidence-based mask standards in healthcare! The Canadian Aerosol Coalition has created a petition in support of CSA mask standards in healthcare - pls consider signing via the link below:
www.aerosoltransmissioncoalition.ca?fbclid=IwQ0x...
We need evidence-based mask standards in healthcare! The Canadian Aerosol Coalition has created a petition in support of CSA mask standards in healthcare - pls consider signing via the link below:
www.aerosoltransmissioncoalition.ca?fbclid=IwQ0x...
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If you agree that we should have respirators in healthcare, there’s still time to submit a public comment and have your say.
We can’t let people like the author of the piece above dictate public perception on masks.
Many of us understand the science and want mitigations in healthcare:
We can’t let people like the author of the piece above dictate public perception on masks.
Many of us understand the science and want mitigations in healthcare:
Support a National Standard for N95s (and other respirators) in Healthcare
The Canadian Standards Association is looking for public feedback on an update of a national standard for N95s (and other respirators).
donoharmbc.ca
August 13, 2025 at 12:00 AM
If you agree that we should have respirators in healthcare, there’s still time to submit a public comment and have your say.
We can’t let people like the author of the piece above dictate public perception on masks.
Many of us understand the science and want mitigations in healthcare:
We can’t let people like the author of the piece above dictate public perception on masks.
Many of us understand the science and want mitigations in healthcare:
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Why Are People Wearing Masks in 2025?
misfitmentalhealth.substack.com/p/why-are-pe...
misfitmentalhealth.substack.com/p/why-are-pe...
Why Are People Wearing Masks in 2025?
A Mental Health Professional’s Perspective
misfitmentalhealth.substack.com
July 31, 2025 at 10:18 PM
Why Are People Wearing Masks in 2025?
misfitmentalhealth.substack.com/p/why-are-pe...
misfitmentalhealth.substack.com/p/why-are-pe...
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Hi all. It’s tremendously important that between now and Aug 19 (deadline) that you provide public comment to CSA on the newest revisions to Z94.4: selection, use, and care of respirators. For the first time ever it includes healthcare. Must make CSA account. publicreview.csa.ca/Home/Details...
Selection, use, and care of respirators (New Edition)
publicreview.csa.ca
July 24, 2025 at 12:43 AM
Hi all. It’s tremendously important that between now and Aug 19 (deadline) that you provide public comment to CSA on the newest revisions to Z94.4: selection, use, and care of respirators. For the first time ever it includes healthcare. Must make CSA account. publicreview.csa.ca/Home/Details...
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We are overjoyed to announce that the CR Box Lending Library is now LIVE! We are limiting this pilot project to the Fredericton Area for the time being.
Book A CR Box Here -> docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Request Masks and Rapid Tests -> docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Book A CR Box Here -> docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Request Masks and Rapid Tests -> docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
July 23, 2025 at 3:14 PM
We are overjoyed to announce that the CR Box Lending Library is now LIVE! We are limiting this pilot project to the Fredericton Area for the time being.
Book A CR Box Here -> docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Request Masks and Rapid Tests -> docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Book A CR Box Here -> docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Request Masks and Rapid Tests -> docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
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It’s never too late to start masking again.
Covid isn’t over. Measles is spreading rapidly. We’ve got anti-vaxxers in charge if public health.
There’s a huge community of support here if you want to learn more about respirators.
You won’t be the lone masker, I promise!
Covid isn’t over. Measles is spreading rapidly. We’ve got anti-vaxxers in charge if public health.
There’s a huge community of support here if you want to learn more about respirators.
You won’t be the lone masker, I promise!
June 24, 2025 at 4:45 AM
It’s never too late to start masking again.
Covid isn’t over. Measles is spreading rapidly. We’ve got anti-vaxxers in charge if public health.
There’s a huge community of support here if you want to learn more about respirators.
You won’t be the lone masker, I promise!
Covid isn’t over. Measles is spreading rapidly. We’ve got anti-vaxxers in charge if public health.
There’s a huge community of support here if you want to learn more about respirators.
You won’t be the lone masker, I promise!
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Great article. Cites statistics on effectiveness and durability of vaccines and reminds us that infections are different for everyone, including waaay too many who are asymptomatic (to not be masking all the time).
As NB.1.8.1 spreads, there’s only one thing spreading faster: misinformation. Here, I run down 5 of the most common errors I see circulating about COVID and encourage people to integrate airborne disease mitigation into their lives holistically.
www.thegauntlet.news/p/common-mis...
www.thegauntlet.news/p/common-mis...
Common Misconceptions about COVID Hold Strong as New Variant Spreads
Media has the public talking about the "razor blade" COVID variant, but years of inaccurate public health messaging have taken their toll
www.thegauntlet.news
June 5, 2025 at 11:05 PM
Great article. Cites statistics on effectiveness and durability of vaccines and reminds us that infections are different for everyone, including waaay too many who are asymptomatic (to not be masking all the time).
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We are cancelling the live event due to rainy weather but we are still building our donated DIY air cleaners (indoors at home) and will be launching our lending library! 💕 Thanks to Haley for organizing and communicating with the Leg
Please join us on June 7th to celebrate clean air day and the launch of our air filter lending library.
Masks are (super) strongly recommended and provided.
(organized by the NB Mask Bloc)
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Masks are (super) strongly recommended and provided.
(organized by the NB Mask Bloc)
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June 4, 2025 at 4:28 PM
We are cancelling the live event due to rainy weather but we are still building our donated DIY air cleaners (indoors at home) and will be launching our lending library! 💕 Thanks to Haley for organizing and communicating with the Leg
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If you want to see some other different colourful lines go up and down, check out current Covid wastewater data (sourced from PHAC) at wwater.ca/New_Brunswic.... Huge Covid surge in Moncton 😢 mask up! #nbpoli
Moncton, New Brunswick - Wastewater 🇨🇦
At-a-glance graphs of COVID-19, RSV, and flu levels in Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada.
wwater.ca
April 29, 2025 at 12:37 PM
If you want to see some other different colourful lines go up and down, check out current Covid wastewater data (sourced from PHAC) at wwater.ca/New_Brunswic.... Huge Covid surge in Moncton 😢 mask up! #nbpoli
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Please read our public statement regarding the recent news of a COVID-19-related death of a New Brunswick child under 5 years of age.
protectnb.ca/POPNB-March-...
protectnb.ca/POPNB-March-...
March 27, 2025 at 12:14 PM
Please read our public statement regarding the recent news of a COVID-19-related death of a New Brunswick child under 5 years of age.
protectnb.ca/POPNB-March-...
protectnb.ca/POPNB-March-...
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We have launched a new petition demanding an update from GNB on promised clean air initiatives and for government to acknowledge airborne transmission of SARS-CoV-2.
Public Health has a press conference tomorrow morning. Please sign and share: chng.it/HTf9NZfMsk
#nbpoli
Public Health has a press conference tomorrow morning. Please sign and share: chng.it/HTf9NZfMsk
#nbpoli
Sign the Petition
Require an update from GNB on role of aerosols and IAQ in transmission; progress on IAQ
chng.it
March 27, 2025 at 12:10 PM
We have launched a new petition demanding an update from GNB on promised clean air initiatives and for government to acknowledge airborne transmission of SARS-CoV-2.
Public Health has a press conference tomorrow morning. Please sign and share: chng.it/HTf9NZfMsk
#nbpoli
Public Health has a press conference tomorrow morning. Please sign and share: chng.it/HTf9NZfMsk
#nbpoli
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HHS is cutting Long Covid funding. They declared the pandemic “over” and LC research a “waste of time”
The pandemic is not over. Millions are suffering & more get sick every day.
We are truly on our own. Protect yourself. Wear a mask. The only way to avoid Long Covid is to not get Covid.
The pandemic is not over. Millions are suffering & more get sick every day.
We are truly on our own. Protect yourself. Wear a mask. The only way to avoid Long Covid is to not get Covid.
March 26, 2025 at 9:07 PM
HHS is cutting Long Covid funding. They declared the pandemic “over” and LC research a “waste of time”
The pandemic is not over. Millions are suffering & more get sick every day.
We are truly on our own. Protect yourself. Wear a mask. The only way to avoid Long Covid is to not get Covid.
The pandemic is not over. Millions are suffering & more get sick every day.
We are truly on our own. Protect yourself. Wear a mask. The only way to avoid Long Covid is to not get Covid.
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I woke Papi up from his long nap to answer a letter from a concerned reader who says they feel scared and small in the wake of everything these days johnpaulbrammer.substack.com/p/what-am-i-...
What Am I Supposed to Do?
On feeling small in turbulent times
johnpaulbrammer.substack.com
March 26, 2025 at 2:38 PM
I woke Papi up from his long nap to answer a letter from a concerned reader who says they feel scared and small in the wake of everything these days johnpaulbrammer.substack.com/p/what-am-i-...
The only thing as shocking as the terrible information revealed is that unpaid private citizens are the only ones doing this important work - *years* of it now. Forever grateful to Chris and all the POPNB team, but gawdamn that you’re the folks shouldering this responsibility.
As promised, I sought to find out why NB redefined Covid-19 deaths and how that redefinition impacted reporting, and the response is frightening.
They changed the definition based on vibes, resulting in 2 of every 3 covid-caused deaths not being reported.
#nbpoli #covid19
They changed the definition based on vibes, resulting in 2 of every 3 covid-caused deaths not being reported.
#nbpoli #covid19
Cultivating the Myth of Transparency
New Brunswick Public Health obscured Covid-19 death metrics in the name of convenience
popnb.substack.com
March 20, 2025 at 7:04 PM
The only thing as shocking as the terrible information revealed is that unpaid private citizens are the only ones doing this important work - *years* of it now. Forever grateful to Chris and all the POPNB team, but gawdamn that you’re the folks shouldering this responsibility.
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As promised, I sought to find out why NB redefined Covid-19 deaths and how that redefinition impacted reporting, and the response is frightening.
They changed the definition based on vibes, resulting in 2 of every 3 covid-caused deaths not being reported.
#nbpoli #covid19
They changed the definition based on vibes, resulting in 2 of every 3 covid-caused deaths not being reported.
#nbpoli #covid19
Cultivating the Myth of Transparency
New Brunswick Public Health obscured Covid-19 death metrics in the name of convenience
popnb.substack.com
March 20, 2025 at 3:52 PM