To close out the eve, panelists had an opportunity to ask all their burning questions to @docdanielle who spoke to everything from medical training to the Canada health act
Between talks, our 36 panel have been discussing core values, defining critical issues and building consensus on recommendations.
They’re getting ready to present these soon to our VIPs including CEO of @OntarioHealthOH, Matt Anderson
The number of doses you need depends on
-your age
-whether you have a weak immune system and
-whether you live in a setting were you have a higher risk of getting COVID
Here we've summarized recommendations for people who do NOT have a weak immune system 👇🏽
This table summarizes recommendations for those that DO have a weak immune system (because of a health condition or because of medications they take)
(And yes, some people now qualify for a 5th dose!) 👇🏽
Public education is crucial b/c the meds are only effective if given within 5 days of symptoms. And most people have received the message to not bother the healthcare system if they have symptoms and can manage at home. Now we want *some* people to call us ASAP
*NEW* Our latest study @AnnFamMed@RickGlazier1 shows that team-based primary care, coupled with payment reform, can improve patient outcomes & reduce ED use
We desperately need to expand team-based primary care in Canada
(a mega 🧵)
#Primarycare is the foundation of a high-performing health system. Yet, primary care has been in crisis for the last 2 decades—challenged by an outdated payment model, growing patient need, rapidly growing evidence, and dysfunctional electronic medical record systems
Sharing the care with an interprofessional team has been seen for some time as an antidote to this crisis
Pharmacists, social workers, nurses and others can provide additional expertise and support to patients, particularly those with chronic mental and physical health issues