Genetic sequences of viruses isolated from the scaly animals are 99% similar to that of the circulating virus — but the work is yet to be formally published. ift.tt/37276dS

This is so amazing I briefly considered switching to R

NEW: here’s today’s update of the coronavirus outbreak trajectory chart Current data show the virus spreading faster in the US than in all European countries except Italy, but all western outbreaks remain on broadly similar paths ft.com/content/a26fbf…

Let's dispel the notion that "novel coronavirus is just like the flu". Sharing this striking comparison of #Flu, #COVID19, #SARS and #MERS made by BioRender. #COVID19 is 30x more deadly and almost 2x more contagious than the flu. We have no existing immunity to COVID19.

#SFU is following #COVID-19 recommendations from regional & provincial medical health officers. We are exploring remote options for students, faculty, & staff. We will continue to share updates with our community as this situation evolves on our website: ow.ly/eHI850yLkye

COVID-19 is not the “Chinese virus." It is a worldwide pandemic. My administration stands with the Asian community in rejecting these falsehoods and racism. Chicago’s response to this pandemic will be determined by science and compassion, not fear and bigotry.

Awesome experience collaborating on getting this out. Thank you all! Finlay Mclintock Venus Lau, PhD Kristen Gray @rob_beiko Fiona Brinkman

Attention 🇨🇦 #genomics researchers, visit the new CanCOVID site and join the expert community of Canadian #COVID19 researchers, clinical collaborators, and healthcare stakeholders: bit.ly/GC_CanCOVID Dr. Mona Nemer Health Canada and PHAC

T-Minus 30 minutes until our kick-off livestream! #hackseqRNA

Strains from Europe and Eastern Canada account for most COVID-19 cases in B.C., genomic data shows | CBC News cbc.ca/news/canada/br…; great example of what genomics can do for COVID-19, but the data for this observation should be made publicly available to support the statement!

We admit, sometimes wearing a mask in public isn't the most fashionable or comfortable choice. But some people wear Leafs jerseys, so yeah. Just saying. OttawaPublicHealth.ca/Masks

A Vancouver street artist has installed a cutout of Dr. Bonnie Henry's stern gaze at Third Beach, days after a drum circle drew large crowds at the beach. buff.ly/2X0uUg1

British Columbia is experiencing an ongoing Salmonella outbreak, linked to red onions imported from the United States. We recommend you do not consume or serve imported onions. More information from Health Canada and PHAC: ow.ly/RLYm50AMY4s

Wearing a non-medical mask can help protect others from #COVID19. Some people can spread the virus when they have very mild symptoms or may not know that they have it. A mask helps to contain droplets from talking, laughing, singing, coughing, or sneezing: ow.ly/cc1h50AXMS4

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First report of US outcomes for Omicron: ~53,000 cases in Southern California (vs Delta), consistent w/ S Africa and UK medrxiv.org/content/10.110… ~50% less hospital admission from ER/out-patient ~75% less ICU admission ~70% reduction in hospital length of stay

A Canadian #Bioinformatics #jobs board (jobs can be anywhere in the world). Two requirements: 1-Job has something to do with bioinformatics and 2-Canadians are encouraged to apply. Free 2 post & free 2 read (no ads) | bit.ly/2pOdmmi