http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/new-nouv-eng.php Public Health Agency of Canada - Updates from the Public Health Agency of Canada en-ca Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:59:34 -0500 5 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#a638011768cb3a0f28ca69e465013b44 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/ccdrw-rmtch/2012/0512-eng.php 2008 estimate of worldwide rotavirus-associated mortality in children younger than 5 years before the introduction of universal rotavirus vaccination programmes: a systematic review and meta-analysis; Projected life expectancy of people with HIV according to timing of diagnosis Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:57:53 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#e26a27a4d0239ac87989856b4c0307d8 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/bid-bmi/dsd-dsm/rvdi-divr/index-eng.php The Respiratory Virus Detection Surveillance System reports on respiratory viruses in Canada. Each week, selected laboratories report numbers of tests performed and numbers positive for Influenza, Respiratory Syncytial Virus, Parainfluenza, and Adenovirus to the Centre for Immunization and Respiratory Infectious Diseases (CIRID), Public Health Agency of Canada. Thu, 02 Feb 2012 17:54:28 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#16d1dc9220fbf592099f3df6d73afcc1 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/tmp-pmv/yf-fj/designation/index-eng.php Procedures for Yellow Fever Vaccination Centres in Canada is targeted to heath care providers in Canada who wish to have their health care sites designated as Yellow Fever Vaccination Centres and to those who already work at designated sites. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:55:47 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#d1d363451cc035469a275d2bcba5e732 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/lab-bio/res/advi-avis/sbn-asb-2012-01-31-eng.php This biosafety advisory is being provided by the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) in response to recent publications of efficiently transmissible engineered Influenza A H5N1 viruses. The Pathogen Regulation Directorate (PRD) has developed this advisory based on current scientific evidence available on this pathogen and is subject to review and change as more information becomes available. The Risk Group (RG) of efficiently transmissible Influenza A H5N1 viruses is RG4. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 07:57:07 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#00eb882c4021cf54dc9b5e271fc1a559 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/ccdrw-rmtch/2012/0412-eng.php Entry Point for Hepatitis C Infection Identified; The Number Needed to Vaccinate to Prevent Infant Pertussis Hospitalization and Death Through Parent Cocoon Immunization Fri, 27 Jan 2012 17:03:18 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#07e798ce2f24ee2bb47642028b079657 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/hcai-iamss/cjd-mcj/cjdss-ssmcj/stats-eng.php Referrals of Suspected CJD Reported by CJDSS; CJD Cases Reported by CJDSS; CJD Cases Reported by Province; Incidence of CJD Cases Reported by CJDSS in Canada Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:36:01 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#f61fb528986411dcab1c63dfca17638d http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/media/nr-rp/2012/2012_0126-eng.php The Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, Minister of Health, today announced a community-based project to raise awareness of Human Papillomavirus (HPV) infection among young women, their partners and families. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 16:43:37 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#295a7f6ef7f1548cabe1347bf6ec94cd http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/bid-bmi/dsd-dsm/rvdi-divr/index-eng.php The Respiratory Virus Detection Surveillance System reports on respiratory viruses in Canada. Each week, selected laboratories report numbers of tests performed and numbers positive for Influenza, Respiratory Syncytial Virus, Parainfluenza, and Adenovirus to the Centre for Immunization and Respiratory Infectious Diseases (CIRID), Public Health Agency of Canada. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 15:27:24 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#95c5a2eb4cc667cef71458150e1ee2d7 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/tmp-pmv/thn-csv/measles-rougeole-eng.php The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) reminds travellers to make sure their measles vaccination is up-to-date. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 13:47:21 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#aa326999503709918a4796cb45fb4810 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/tmp-pmv/thn-csv/sfd-gid-eng.php The Public Health Agency of Canada advises travellers going to warm winter destinations to practise safe food and water precautions and good hand hygiene while travelling abroad. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:55:39 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#5b74c68d158e1fc036ffb9bc9dde85df http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/tmp-pmv/thn-csv/wbhv-eng.php Many people may be planning to travel to popular tourist destinations, or home to visit family and friends in areas where there may be risks to their health during the winter months. Fri, 20 Jan 2012 16:18:20 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#004a5b2b9bb694091caec33ba22b0628 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/ccdrw-rmtch/2012/0312-eng.php India Polio-Free For One Year; Determinants of Per-Coital-Act HIV-1 Infectivity Among African HIV-1–Serodiscordant Couples Fri, 20 Jan 2012 15:36:04 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#753bd2982d7416a58d1c54ce158116a4 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/cd-mc/publications/diabetes-diabete/your-guide-votre-guide/index-eng.php Diabetes affects roughly two and a half million Canadians. Left untreated, diabetes can lead to many serious complications, including: heart disease, kidney disease, vision loss, and lower limb amputation. Fri, 20 Jan 2012 08:58:15 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#987e2186874231fcd2563b206896a7bb http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/bid-bmi/dsd-dsm/rvdi-divr/index-eng.php The Respiratory Virus Detection Surveillance System reports on respiratory viruses in Canada. Each week, selected laboratories report numbers of tests performed and numbers positive for Influenza, Respiratory Syncytial Virus, Parainfluenza, and Adenovirus to the Centre for Immunization and Respiratory Infectious Diseases (CIRID), Public Health Agency of Canada. Thu, 19 Jan 2012 17:25:27 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#56fc8b1019f972e95c9a503bc9b16471 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/media/nr-rp/2012/2012_0119-eng.php (Ottawa, Ontario) – The Government of Canada today announced support for young Canadians playing team sports. This support, announced by the Honourable Bal Gosal, Minister of State (Sport), on behalf of the Minister of Health, will help reduce the rate and severity of concussions and brain injuries and improve return-to-play decision-making for children and youth playing team sports. Thu, 19 Jan 2012 13:21:19 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#c947c7a8ae62e665a305ad726602a5d2 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/ccdrw-rmtch/2012/0212-eng.php Decreased Prevalence of Anemia in Highland Areas of Low Malaria Transmission After a 1-Year Interruption of Transmission; Drug to Treat HIV in Children Shows Promise Via National Clinical Trial Thu, 19 Jan 2012 12:25:47 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#ba56255286971392d51a05ea9321644e http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/tmp-pmv/thn-csv/japnuc-eng.php The Public Health Agency of Canada recommends travellers continue to follow the advice of the Japanese authorities regarding the evacuation zones around the Fukushima nuclear plant and monitor the updated situation reports about the event posted by the Japanese government. Thu, 19 Jan 2012 10:00:00 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#df19fd26a7bd86da3aa7c3581d0b0736 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/publicat/ccdr-rmtc/11vol37/acs-dcc-8/index-eng.php The National Advisory Committee on Immunization (NACI) provides the Public Health Agency of Canada with ongoing and timely medical, scientific and public health advice relating to immunization. The Public Health Agency of Canada acknowledges that the advice and recommendations set out in this statement are based upon the best current available scientific knowledge and is disseminating this document for information purposes. Wed, 18 Jan 2012 14:13:06 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#efe3b07d5933a534ac3817325821de52 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/bid-bmi/dsd-dsm/rvdi-divr/index-eng.php The Respiratory Virus Detection Surveillance System reports on respiratory viruses in Canada. Each week, selected laboratories report numbers of tests performed and numbers positive for Influenza, Respiratory Syncytial Virus, Parainfluenza, and Adenovirus to the Centre for Immunization and Respiratory Infectious Diseases (CIRID), Public Health Agency of Canada. Thu, 12 Jan 2012 14:37:12 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#c388485720e7121338b6b9dc5fa849a7 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/tmp-pmv/thn-csv/h5n1-eng.php Avian influenza (H5N1), commonly known as “bird flu” is a viral infection that can spread easily and quickly among birds. Travellers are reminded that countries around the world, in particular, countries in Asia, the Middle East, Europe and Africa continue to report cases of avian influenza (H5N1). Thu, 12 Jan 2012 10:00:00 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#0df249df4df9f5bfb07c13022b1931b2 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/ccdrw-rmtch/2012/0112-eng.php Malaria Patients Vulnerable To Deadly Infection Due To Immunological Defense Mechanism; Culture-Confirmed Multidrug-Resistant Tuberculosis in Children: Clinical Features, Treatment, and Outcome Fri, 06 Jan 2012 16:53:57 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#4e2ad7c2621dc120747156937784a8e0 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/bid-bmi/dsd-dsm/rvdi-divr/index-eng.php The Respiratory Virus Detection Surveillance System reports on respiratory viruses in Canada. Each week, selected laboratories report numbers of tests performed and numbers positive for Influenza, Respiratory Syncytial Virus, Parainfluenza, and Adenovirus to the Centre for Immunization and Respiratory Infectious Diseases (CIRID), Public Health Agency of Canada. Fri, 06 Jan 2012 15:56:28 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#14fa6c39d195ff2840242ad7b43fb815 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/bid-bmi/dsd-dsm/rvdi-divr/index-eng.php The Respiratory Virus Detection Surveillance System reports on respiratory viruses in Canada. Each week, selected laboratories report numbers of tests performed and numbers positive for Influenza, Respiratory Syncytial Virus, Parainfluenza, and Adenovirus to the Centre for Immunization and Respiratory Infectious Diseases (CIRID), Public Health Agency of Canada. Wed, 04 Jan 2012 11:24:12 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#f3788f78c67c77b86ab287a8f11a0271 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/influenza/h3n2-eng.php In recent weeks, a new variant of the influenza A H3N2 virus, now referred to as A(H3N2)v has been identified in the United States. A(H3N2)v is a swine origin influenza virus which also has genes from birds and humans, and usually infects pigs. Sat, 31 Dec 2011 11:16:23 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#ade70998d9da539f1be6ea5cce7cb5b0 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/ccdrw-rmtch/2011/5111-eng.php Preliminary implications for Europe of the 2011 influenza season in five temperate southern hemisphere countries; Patients with chronic hepatitis C less likely to take medications over time Fri, 23 Dec 2011 13:02:17 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#cd09be1bf4bd39f769df7f53aac18e80 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/tmp-pmv/thn-csv/dengue-eng.php Outbreaks caused by the four types of dengue virus have become increasingly frequent over the past 25 years. About 40% of the world’s population lives in areas where there is a risk of dengue fever. Fri, 23 Dec 2011 11:01:06 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#bfe7cdf83269bb82f34cdf11ee7befbf http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/bid-bmi/dsd-dsm/rvdi-divr/index-eng.php The Respiratory Virus Detection Surveillance System reports on respiratory viruses in Canada. Each week, selected laboratories report numbers of tests performed and numbers positive for Influenza, Respiratory Syncytial Virus, Parainfluenza, and Adenovirus to the Centre for Immunization and Respiratory Infectious Diseases (CIRID), Public Health Agency of Canada. Thu, 22 Dec 2011 15:24:01 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#f0c4980e5b548cc1b24cb1bf859f2c70 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/std-mts/sti-its/alert/2011/alert-gono-eng.php In response to increasing gonococcal antimicrobial resistance being observed in Canada and globally, the Canadian treatment guidelines for gonorrhea are being revised. An updated version of the gonorrhea chapter for the Canadian Guidelines on Sexually Transmitted Infections drafted by the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC), in consultation with an Expert Working Group, will be available in due course. Wed, 21 Dec 2011 07:38:55 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#2930e9936b8943e523c658ba9b82e5f6 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/about_apropos/audit/ar-ra-2010-eng.php The Audit Committee (AC) is an essential part of the audit regime established by the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC, or Agency) under the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat’s (TBS) Policy on Internal Audit. Mon, 19 Dec 2011 10:30:00 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#a767c204018ad3a7f3ca75415046ddc4 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/about_apropos/audit/2011/act-int-eng.php The overall objective of the audit was to provide the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC or the Agency) management with an independent assessment of the framework, policies and processes for managing its International Activities (IAs), with due regard to its legal mandate and authorities. Mon, 19 Dec 2011 10:30:00 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#6a698df9555a6e964a67ad8ec39f001f http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/about_apropos/evaluation/reports-rapports/2010-2011/fechvi-eficvv/index-eng.php The Canadian HIV Vaccine Initiative (CHVI) formative evaluation was conducted to measure the progress of the first two years of the initiative. The data collection phase occurred between May and August 2009. A number of areas requiring improvement were identified, namely delays in implementing CHVI funding programs and processing transfer payments between departments, and the need for a revised governance structure and performance measurement system. Mon, 19 Dec 2011 10:30:00 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#e542a3506e966631f81d83e8b8d633f7 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/ccdrw-rmtch/2011/5011-eng.php Unpleasant Smell Linked To Gonorrhea In Men; Invasive Bacterial Infections in Relation to Influenza Outbreaks, 2006–2010 Fri, 16 Dec 2011 16:32:44 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#c718151b7b243e6bed4a2cd246246509 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/tmp-pmv/thn-csv/thai-flood-inondation-eng.php Heavy rainfall in Thailand has caused severe widespread flooding in many parts of the country; however, the situation is improving. The number of provinces affected is declining as the flood waters continue to recede. Fri, 16 Dec 2011 12:04:59 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#2f5b17e7e2a9e2b5ec585c6dec7e6a63 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/bid-bmi/dsd-dsm/rvdi-divr/index-eng.php The Respiratory Virus Detection Surveillance System reports on respiratory viruses in Canada. Each week, selected laboratories report numbers of tests performed and numbers positive for Influenza, Respiratory Syncytial Virus, Parainfluenza, and Adenovirus to the Centre for Immunization and Respiratory Infectious Diseases (CIRID), Public Health Agency of Canada. Thu, 15 Dec 2011 17:02:24 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#9a2e6c3489739631477dd1078a2fbc37 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/hcai-iamss/cjd-mcj/cjdss-ssmcj/stats-eng.php Referrals of Suspected CJD Reported by CJDSS; CJD Cases Reported by CJDSS; CJD Cases Reported by Province; Incidence of CJD Cases Reported by CJDSS in Canada Tue, 13 Dec 2011 15:40:02 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#d405816f39dce45ba7638d4a5f471d64 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/publicat/cdic-mcbc/32-1/index-eng.php Chronic Diseases and Injuries in Canada - A peer-reviewed, scientific journal published four times a year, with annual volume indexes; current evidence relevant to the control and prevention of chronic (i.e. non-communicable) diseases and injuries in Canada; research from fields such as epidemiology, biostatics, behavioural sciences, health services and public health. Mon, 12 Dec 2011 12:09:08 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#451f193c633e09de3effc3aec2c13199 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/tmp-pmv/thn-csv/malaria-paludisme-eng.php During the winter season, Canadians may be planning to travel to popular tourist destinations or home to visit family and friends in areas where there may be a risk of malaria. Mon, 12 Dec 2011 10:00:00 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#b0e40889aae5d111902c81e2b5f805dc http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/ccdrw-rmtch/2011/4911-eng.php Children With HIV/AIDS Falling Through the Cracks of Treatment Scale-Up Efforts; Primary prophylaxis of cryptococcal disease with fluconazole in HIV-positive Ugandan adults: a double-blind, randomised, placebo-controlled trial Fri, 09 Dec 2011 17:09:08 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#074cc295badd69dc48c5f6f263660542 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/bid-bmi/dsd-dsm/rvdi-divr/index-eng.php The Respiratory Virus Detection Surveillance System reports on respiratory viruses in Canada. Each week, selected laboratories report numbers of tests performed and numbers positive for Influenza, Respiratory Syncytial Virus, Parainfluenza, and Adenovirus to the Centre for Immunization and Respiratory Infectious Diseases (CIRID), Public Health Agency of Canada. Fri, 09 Dec 2011 14:50:31 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#3bae5e30c6efe018fa6a0a42c8d044ae http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/aids-sida/acap-pacs-eng.php The Public Health Agency of Canada is pleased to announce the launch of a solicitation for funding under the AIDS Community Action Program (ACAP) for 2012 to 2014. Fri, 02 Dec 2011 17:37:09 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#dbe958522121ae317e5c2095713442ef http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/aids-sida/nhvsrf-fnisb-eng.php The Public Health Agency of Canada is pleased to announce the launch of a solicitation for funding under the National HIV/AIDS Voluntary Sector Response Fund (NHVSRF) for 2012 to 2014. Fri, 02 Dec 2011 17:33:41 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#74e102433cdd82f002e50d9b86efe4eb http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/ccdrw-rmtch/2011/4811-eng.php Cryptococcus gattii in the United States: Clinical Aspects of Infection With an Emerging Pathogen; Laboratory diagnosis of syphilis: A survey to examine the range of tests used in Canada Fri, 02 Dec 2011 15:50:16 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#0539491a7f4e1e7f3201309a4367fa0b http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/bid-bmi/dsd-dsm/rvdi-divr/index-eng.php The Respiratory Virus Detection Surveillance System reports on respiratory viruses in Canada. Each week, selected laboratories report numbers of tests performed and numbers positive for Influenza, Respiratory Syncytial Virus, Parainfluenza, and Adenovirus to the Centre for Immunization and Respiratory Infectious Diseases (CIRID), Public Health Agency of Canada. Thu, 01 Dec 2011 14:26:05 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#f13c47d0fed468ef9334003a671ec784 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/tmp-pmv/thn-csv/meningo-eng.php The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) recommends vaccination against meningococcal disease (commonly called meningitis) when travelling to areas experiencing outbreaks and for high risk travellers. Thu, 01 Dec 2011 11:18:42 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#6b47dbd822714d83658f83a6a06dd79c http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/aids-sida/aids-day-jour-sida-eng.php About 34 million people around the world are living with HIV or AIDS, and about 1.8 million people died from AIDS-related causes in 2010. World AIDS Day is an opportunity for individuals and groups to come together to remember and demonstrate worldwide support for people living with, and affected by, HIV and AIDS. Thu, 01 Dec 2011 10:00:00 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#42f03ebcdba8496ae6607996c30f3f55 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/aids-sida/re-vac-eng.php Through the Canadian HIV Vaccine Initiative, Health Minister Leona Aglukkaq today highlighted $17 million for five new, innovative research projects dedicated to accelerating the development of a safe and effective HIV vaccine. Thu, 01 Dec 2011 10:00:00 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#4b83f0f2333d42a8b9fac566eaec5382 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/dpr-rmr/qfr-rft/2011-2012-sep-eng.php This quarterly report should be read in conjunction with the Main Estimates and Supplementary Estimates A. It has been prepared as required by section 65.1 of the Financial Administration Act, and in the form and manner prescribed by the Treasury Board (TB). This report will not be subject to an external audit or review. Tue, 29 Nov 2011 08:41:15 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#fb9c79400236a2b3a95754f2bebf655f http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/ccdrw-rmtch/2011/4711-eng.php Syphilis Rises 36% In USA In Four Years; Community case management of severe pneumonia with oral amoxicillin in children aged 2-59 months in Haripur district, Pakistan: a cluster randomised trial Fri, 25 Nov 2011 15:38:49 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#66b7e47ce7f109903cf177ae288d5a9f http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/hp-ps/hl-mvs/framework-cadre/2011/index-eng.php Canada is facing an obesity epidemic. Currently, one in four children and youth in Canada are overweight or obese. Increasingly, obese children are being diagnosed with a range of health conditions previously seen almost exclusively among adults, including type-2 diabetes and high blood pressure. Fri, 25 Nov 2011 14:51:03 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#33fa9dd949afbbefa1e0dcb06b2b7b6e http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/bid-bmi/dsd-dsm/rvdi-divr/index-eng.php The Respiratory Virus Detection Surveillance System reports on respiratory viruses in Canada. Each week, selected laboratories report numbers of tests performed and numbers positive for Influenza, Respiratory Syncytial Virus, Parainfluenza, and Adenovirus to the Centre for Immunization and Respiratory Infectious Diseases (CIRID), Public Health Agency of Canada. Thu, 24 Nov 2011 15:25:24 -0500 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/rss/new-eng.xml#b6703845399bf5b56c87dacff1f9ecd0 http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/publicat/maf-crg-mr-rd-2011/index-eng.php Work is underway across the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) to address the comments expressed in the Treasury Board Secretariat (TBS) Management Accountability Framework (MAF) assessment of 2010-2011. Thu, 24 Nov 2011 07:26:32 -0500