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What can I do to make Halloween safe this year? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
COVID-19 has turned every aspect of our lives upside down. Right now, there’s a burning question on the minds of countless kids and parents across the country: Is Halloween still happening? Public...
ListenWhat does the flu vaccine have to do with COVID-19? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, public health officials say getting a flu shot is more important than ever this year. The flu and COVID are different diseases caused by different viruses, so...
ListenWhat are the safe rules for gathering with family and friends? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
We’re heading into Thanksgiving weekend in the midst of a resurgence of COVID-19 in Canada. Many of us are craving a gathering with the people we love, but we’re also in a critical phase of this pa...
ListenWhat have we learned about COVID-19 to keep my elderly loved one safe in long-term care this time around? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Although the majority of people recently infected with COVID-19 have been younger adults, the virus has already made its way back into long-term care and retirement homes, with about 100 active out...
ListenMore young people are getting COVID-19. How worried should I be? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
As many experts feared, the number of COVID-19 cases is rising after flattening out during the summer. The biggest climb is among people under 40, especially adults who are 20-29 years old. The rea...
ListenWhat does all this COVID math mean, and how is it going to affect my life this fall? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The number of new COVID-19 cases has been rising in several parts of Canada and health experts are worried. But what do these daily and weekly totals really mean? What's a "reproduction number" and...
ListenHow can I safely return to work during the pandemic? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dr. Lynora Saxinger, an infectious diseases specialist and associate professor of microbiology and immunology at the University of Alberta in Edmonton, answers questions about how you can return t...
ListenHow can I send my kids back to school safely? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dr Nisha Thampi, medical director of infection prevention and control at the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario, answers the question: How can I send my kids back to school safely for them and ...
ListenYour mask questions answered from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dr. Brian Goldman and infectious disease expert Dr Susy Hota explain how masks work and how best to use them.
ListenWhat's the best advice for losing my COVID-19 pounds? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Addressing emotional roots of comfort eating key to losing weight gained during the pandemic
ListenThe Dose: How do contact tracing apps work, and what do I need to know about them? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dr Prabhat Jha, Director of the Centre for Global Health Research, at St Michael’s Hospital, and Professor of epidemiology, Dalla Lana School of Public Health, University of Toronto answers questio...
ListenMasks, social bubbles, lessons learned: How do I stay safe from COVID-19 now? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
A lot of things have changed since our lives went into lockdown almost four months ago. Almost every part of Canada is cautiously reopening businesses and services, people are starting to resume co...
ListenIs it safe to have sex or be intimate with someone new during COVID-19? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
When the coronavirus pandemic hit North America governments and infectious disease experts advised the public to stay home and stay physically distant from anyone not in their household. Those rest...
ListenHow does systemic racism predispose people to COVID-19? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
This month, as we’ve faced a global pandemic, we've also seen an historic movement rise up to protest anti-Black racism. That movement and COVID-19 are coalescing at the same time for a number of r...
ListenHow safe are my favourite summer activities? Part two: The great indoors, from cottages, resorts and malls to gyms and daycamps. from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Part two of Dr. Goldman's conversation with Dr. Lynora Saxinger, who joined us to talk about navigating all things summer. Yesterday we covered swimming, backyard parties, sports, patio drinks and...
ListenHow safe are my favourite summer activities like swimming, soccer and backyard parties? (Part One) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
This week: After a long, hard winter and spring, summer is almost here. After months of being cooped up inside, you may be desperate to have friends on your back deck, hit a hiking trail or go for ...
ListenIntroducing Season 3 of Other People’s Problems from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On Season 3 of Other People’s Problems, host Hillary McBride takes you where microphones rarely go, into her therapy office where her clients hurt, heal, and ultimately thrive. This is what people ...
ListenI want life to get back to normal. How close are we to an effective vaccine against COVID-19? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
As we continue to grapple with the COVID-19 pandemic, most of us are anxious to return to normal life, when we can hug our elderly parents or grandparents and once again gather in large groups. Man...
ListenHow do I keep myself and my loved ones safe as restrictions around self-isolation are lifted? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
As physical distancing, handwashing and staying home have helped to reduce the spread of COVID-19, public health officials are starting to cautiously relax some of the self-isolation measures Canad...
ListenI’m struggling with my mental health because of the ongoing pandemic. What can I do to cope? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, along with stressors from physical isolation to home schooling to grief, many people may feel their ability to manage is reaching its limits. Canadians are suffe...
ListenFact vs. Fiction: What do we really know about kids and COVID-19 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Of all the things we don’t understand about COVID-19, how it affects children is at the top of the list. There’s still a lot of confusion and misinformation about what role kids play in spreading t...
ListenIs it safe to go to the ER during COVID-19? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Since the beginning of the pandemic in mid-March, patient visits to hospital emergency room have dropped by up to a half. It's not surprising since leaving the house, let alone a trip to see the do...
ListenThe Dose Fact vs Fiction: Is there any truth to the rumour that the coronavirus escaped from a lab in China? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The question of how COVID-19 spread to humans has been circulating widely this week. One theory making the rounds is that the deadly virus originated and escaped from a lab in China. It gained stea...
ListenWhat do I need to know about ventilators in light of COVID-19? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Since people began getting sick from COVID-19, there’s been concern about having enough medical supplies of all kinds, including ventilators for very ill patients. While no one wants to be in a pos...
ListenI'm a kid. Can you answer my questions about COVID-19? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dr. Goldman answers questions about the coronavirus from kids across Canada, with the help of Tai Poole, host of the CBC podcast Tai Ask Why, and Matt Galloway, host of CBC Radio's The Current
ListenIf I test negative for COVID-19, am I clear? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic was declared, we’ve heard a lot of talk about coronavirus tests. But how do tests for such a new virus work and what do the results really tell you? If your test co...
ListenThe Dose Bonus: What you need to know about masks and food safety from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
This week: How to don and doff a face mask safety. What are the best materials for a homemade mask? Who really needs a mask? How can I clean my mask? Do I need to worry about getting takeout? Shoul...
ListenHow can I help the senior in my life get through COVID-19? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
COVID-19 is hitting seniors hard across Canada. Several long-term care homes have suffered deadly outbreaks, including a nursing home in a small Ontario town that lost more than a dozen seniors in ...
ListenFact vs. Fiction: Your COVID-19 questions answered on The Dose from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dr. Susy Hota, the Medical Director for Infection Prevention and Control at University Health Network in Toronto joins Dr. Brian Goldman to answer 10 questions on COVID-19.
ListenHow can I manage my addiction during COVID-19? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Many people battling substance use disorders and addictions are especially vulnerable during the COVID-19 pandemic. The emotional stress can leave some people struggling to avoid relapse. Physical ...
ListenHow can I manage my anxiety and take care of my mental health right now? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In this new COVID-19 reality, we’ve been talking a lot about how to protect our physical health and slow the spread of the coronavirus. But there's also been an enormous toll on our mental health....
ListenStill confused about COVID-19? The Dose answers your questions from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dr. Goldman and infectious disease specailist Dr. Isaac Bogoch separate fact from fiction: Will Ibuprofen worsen COVID-19 symptoms? Is it true that children and young people don't get severe case...
ListenWhat do I need to know about COVID-19 and blood pressure? Plus, when should I worry about my blood pressure? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
There have been stories circulating suggesting a connection between blood pressure medication and how people fare if they get COVID-19. Dr. Nadia Khan, president of Hypertension Canada, clears up s...
ListenHow do we protect ourselves from COVID-19? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dr. Allison McGeer, one of Canada's top infectious disease specialists, joins host Dr. Brian Goldman to give you the most up-to-date information on the new coronavirus, a reality check on travel ba...
ListenShould I take a daily Aspirin to ward off heart attacks and strokes? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
For years, doctors have been telling people to take an Aspirin a day to help prevent heart attacks and strokes. But recent studies suggest that unless you've already had a heart attack or a stroke,...
ListenI'm a grown-up. What vaccines do I need? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Health officials say they’re in a battle against misinformation amid a disturbing rise in measles and other diseases. Conversations about vaccines usually centre on children. But what vaccinations ...
ListenShould I worry if my BMI is too high? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Having a high BMI is supposed to be a call to get serious about your health by losing weight. But recent studies say BMI can be inaccurate and misleading. So should you worry if your BMI is too hig...
ListenIntroducing The Dose (Trailer) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Introducing The Dose with Dr. Brian Goldman. It's a deep dive into the health questions you want answered. Every week, the team behind White Coat, Black Art will bring you the top experts and the ...
ListenWhat do I need to know as we get closer to a COVID-19 vaccine? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
There are now two COVID-19 vaccine candidates that look very promising. Late-stage clinical trials suggest they may be more than 90 per cent effective. The Canadian government has signed deals with...
ListenWhat’s a COVID ‘circuit breaker’ and how can it help get control of the pandemic? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
COVID-19 cases continue to rise across Canada -- and so does the sense of urgency felt by health-care providers and public health officials. It’s become clear to many that at this point, the only w...
ListenIntroducing The Dose (Trailer) from 2020-02-07T00:10
Introducing The Dose with Dr. Brian Goldman. It's a deep dive into the health questions you want answered. Every week, the team behind White Coat, Black Art will bring you the top experts and the ...
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Introducing The Dose with Dr. Brian Goldman. It's a deep dive into the health questions you want answered. Every week, the team behind White Coat, Black Art will bring you the top experts and the ...
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