Reposted by Carrie Bernard MD (she/her)Long Covid Advocacy @longcovidadvoc.com · 30/04/2026Excellent 🧵 Long Covid is not psychologically informed! It's: 🦠 Viral persistence 🧬 Immune dysregulation 🧠 Neurological 🫀 Cardiovascular ⚡ Mitochondrial 🧪 Autoimmunity Thanks to all the team involved. 04815
Reposted by Carrie Bernard MD (she/her)Tara Moriarty @moriartylab.bsky.social · 03/02/2026Canadian COVID Forecast: Jan 31 - Feb 13, 2026 SEVERE: AB, MB, NB, PEI, SK VERY HIGH: CAN, North, NS, ON, QC HIGH: BC, NL MODERATE: none About 1 in 122 people in Canada are CURRENTLY infected. 13265168
Reposted by Carrie Bernard MD (she/her)College of Family Physicians | Collège des médecins de famille @cfpc-cmfc.bsky.social · 24/10/2025Yesterday, CFPC President @carriedbernard.bsky.social appeared before the Standing Committee on Health, urging expanded residency training and stronger support for internationally trained physicians in joining the Canadian system, so they can deliver high-quality, patient-centred care across Canada. 021
Reposted by Carrie Bernard MD (she/her)Nosferatu @realnosferatu.bsky.social · 25/09/2025R.I.P. cyclingmagazine.ca/mtb/edmonton...cyclingmagazine.caEdmonton mountain bike community grieves tragic loss of Dr. Darren Markland - Canadian Cycling MagazineRespected cycling and healthcare advocate died riding in Nordegg 5194
Reposted by Carrie Bernard MD (she/her)College of Family Physicians | Collège des médecins de famille @cfpc-cmfc.bsky.social · 16/09/2025CFPC President @carriedbernard.bsky.social reminds us in the latest @cfpjournal.bsky.social issue that reconciliation is a journey we are all called on to take together:cfp.caOur commitment to reconciliation![Figure][1]</img> This year marks the 10th anniversary of the release of the final report of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s 94 Calls to Action.[1][2] We’ve had 10 years to address the calls but, in truth, we’ve had much longer to come to terms with Canada’s harmful 001
Reposted by Carrie Bernard MD (she/her)Canada Healthwatch 🍁 @canadahealthwatch.ca · 19/08/2025Health Canada Approves LP.8.1 Variant Adapted COVID-19 Vaccine from Pfizer-BioNTech www.newswire.ca/news-release... More news → CanadaHealthwatch.ca 🍁 623084
Carrie Bernard MD (she/her) @carriedbernard.bsky.social · 31/07/2025Thanks to @maxwellsmith.bsky.social for this helpful post about masks in health-care settings 👇👇👇👇 252
Reposted by Carrie Bernard MD (she/her)College of Family Physicians | Collège des médecins de famille @cfpc-cmfc.bsky.social · 23/07/2025“We create, assess, and protect professional standards, stand behind certification, and maintain self-regulation. We advocate nationally, steward CPD, and bring all Chapters together for discussion and advocacy.” 📰 Read @carriedbernard.bsky.social message today: www.cfpc.ca/en/about... 011
Reposted by Carrie Bernard MD (she/her)College of Family Physicians | Collège des médecins de famille @cfpc-cmfc.bsky.social · 09/07/2025Our ‘Ivory Tower’ and stuffy persona: This is generally linked to our standards functions. Many family doctors struggle to see the relevance but it’s a bit like air: Mostly invisible and vital.” www.cfpc.ca/en/about... 011
Reposted by Carrie Bernard MD (she/her)My IRL friends call me Chris @christyceeck.bsky.social · 29/06/2025Please share this photo and story widely. There is a window of time to help this person whose life might be in grave danger. "approximately 5'8" in height, with a beard. They were wearing eyeglasses, with a black t-shirt, black pants, white sneakers, and holding a black water bottle."toronto.citynews.ca1 person came in contact with a bat that may have rabies: Toronto Public HealthToronto Public Health (TPH) is looking for a person who came into contact with a bat that may have a rabies infection on Wednesday. 199159
Reposted by Carrie Bernard MD (she/her)College of Family Physicians | Collège des médecins de famille @cfpc-cmfc.bsky.social · 12/06/2025“In my first FMM column I promised to keep you informed by providing timely, meaningful updates. […] with that in mind I would like to tell you about our recent May Board meeting.” 📰 Read @carriedbernard.bsky.social message today: www.cfpc.ca/en/about... 011
Reposted by Carrie Bernard MD (she/her)College of Family Physicians | Collège des médecins de famille @cfpc-cmfc.bsky.social · 05/06/2025This month and beyond, we encourage you to learn more about the contributions to family medicine by CFPC members who are Indigenous, and how we can all promote culturally safe care: www.cfpc.ca/en/news-... 011
Reposted by Carrie Bernard MD (she/her)College of Family Physicians | Collège des médecins de famille @cfpc-cmfc.bsky.social · 23/05/2025Québec Government’s proposed bill 106 is a threat to both quality of care and to family medicine. It devalues family medicine, which will likely worsen the current shortage of primary care physicians. FPs need more support and more resources to deliver appropriate care to their patients 011
Reposted by Carrie Bernard MD (she/her)Canada Healthwatch 🍁 @canadahealthwatch.ca · 23/05/2025Measles cases increase by 173 in Ontario, bringing outbreak’s total close to 1,800 www.thecanadianpressnews.ca/health/measl... @cdnpress.bsky.social 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀 ⇢ CanadaHealthwatch.ca 🍁 24726
Reposted by Carrie Bernard MD (she/her)College of Family Physicians | Collège des médecins de famille @cfpc-cmfc.bsky.social · 21/05/2025“We are realists and we are taught to journey with our patients, no matter what life serves up. We share in their joy, and when there is bad news we acknowledge the suffering and offer realistic hope.” 📰 Read @carriedbernard.bsky.social message today: www.cfpc.ca/en/about... 011
Carrie Bernard MD (she/her) @carriedbernard.bsky.social · 19/05/2025Today is World #Familydoctor Day. Family Doctors are the backbone of all great primary healthcare systems, providing comprehensive compassionate community based care. Today, please thank a family doctor for their commitment and care! www.cfpc.ca/en/about-us/...cfpc.caThe Leadership Corner | The College of Family Physicians of Canada 040
Reposted by Carrie Bernard MD (she/her)College of Family Physicians | Collège des médecins de famille @cfpc-cmfc.bsky.social · 06/05/2025Get answers to your burning questions at the May 12th CFPC Member Town Hall. Topics include member classes, financial updates, and advocacy efforts. Register now for this virtual event. cfpc.zoom.us/webinar... 001
Carrie Bernard MD (she/her) @carriedbernard.bsky.social · 25/04/2025Grateful to receive wisdom today from @tanyatalaga.bsky.social at the Society of Rural Physicians of Canada's conference. We must be willing to "stand up and say something" #reconciliation #theknowing 040
Reposted by Carrie Bernard MD (she/her)College of Family Physicians | Collège des médecins de famille @cfpc-cmfc.bsky.social · 23/04/2025As Canadians head to the polls, let’s demand that health care remains a top priority. Family doctors are irreplaceable, improving health outcomes and system efficiency. Read @carriedbernard.bsky.social message today: www.cfpc.ca/en/about... 002
Reposted by Carrie Bernard MD (she/her)Ontario College of Family Physicians - OCFP @ocfp.bsky.social · 22/04/2025➡️Review the Green Office Toolkit for easy & practical ideas to take meaningful action and create more eco-friendly clinics: greenhealthcare.ca/green-office... @carriedbernard.bsky.social @ccghc.bsky.social @peachhealthon.bsky.social 033
Carrie Bernard MD (she/her) @carriedbernard.bsky.social · 18/04/2025Grateful to live in Canada where I cast my ballot, free from harassment, confident it will count. Hoping our politicians will make #healthcare a priority-it matters to Canadians. See my short piece in Family Medicine Matters👇👇👇👇 0122
Reposted by Carrie Bernard MD (she/her)College of Family Physicians | Collège des médecins de famille @cfpc-cmfc.bsky.social · 13/04/2025Don’t miss this important CFPC-hosted English language election debate on April 14th. National party representatives discuss how to make sure all Canadians have access to high-quality care from their own family doctor: streamyard.com/watch... @drdougeyolfson.bsky.social @mpjulian.bsky.social 001
Reposted by Carrie Bernard MD (she/her)Maxwell Smith, PhD @maxwellsmith.bsky.social · 08/04/2025Well done, Carrie! That family docs provide over 50% of health care services received by Canadians but account for less than 6% of the health care budget is a striking figure. 031
Carrie Bernard MD (she/her) @carriedbernard.bsky.social · 08/04/2025Happy to see health care being discussed on the campaign trail. I was asked about increasing access to family doctors on CTV this past weekend 👇👇👇 150
Reposted by Carrie Bernard MD (she/her)Nick Tsergas @nicktsergas.ca · 01/04/2025Healthcare for Real is a (really good 👍) initiative from the Canadian Medical Association to combat false health information. They've got tons of reel-type content on their YouTube channel. If you like debunking disinfo, put their stuff all over Facebook and Insta — for the normies. 37926
Reposted by Carrie Bernard MD (she/her)Erik Greb @medscapeerik.bsky.social · 27/03/2025A survey sponsored by the CFPC found that Canadians' satisfaction with family doctors has hit a new high. Canadians say that the federal government should do more to improve access to family doctors and lighten their administrative burden. @carriedbernard.bsky.social www.medscape.com/viewarticle/...medscape.comCanadians Value Family Physicians, Seek Improved AccessIn a new survey, Canadians say they want stronger government support to improve access to physicians and reduce the burden of running a medical practice. 021
Carrie Bernard MD (she/her) @carriedbernard.bsky.social · 27/03/2025Wise words about the importance of Primary Care and the truth from @drtomfrieden.bsky.social at @cmadocs.bsky.social 2025 health summit. "Facts are stubborn things". 000
Carrie Bernard MD (she/her) @carriedbernard.bsky.social · 24/03/2025As Canadians choose who will govern, all parties need to prioritize #healthcare. We ALL need ongoing care from a #familydoctor working in a primary care #team. 000
Carrie Bernard MD (she/her) @carriedbernard.bsky.social · 16/03/2025Serving on the board of the College of Family Physicians of Canada is not only an honour, it also means a commitment to shaping the future of #familymedicine. Are you thinking about joining a board? If you have the skills & passion, I recommend it! www.cfpc.ca/en/about-us/...cfpc.caThe Leadership Corner | The College of Family Physicians of Canada 000
Reposted by Carrie Bernard MD (she/her)Science Magazine @science.org · 15/03/2025A #SciencePerspective by @zalaly.bsky.social and @erictopol.bsky.social identifies key issues that need to be prioritized in the study of #LongCovid. Learn more on #LongCovidAwarenessDay: scim.ag/3XKbds3 8432206
Reposted by Carrie Bernard MD (she/her)Dr. Mona Nemer / Dre Mona Nemer @chiefscican.bsky.social · 15/03/2025On International #LongCovidAwarenessDay, we recognize the millions of people still struggling with the lasting effects of covid-19. We must do more. Our report, Dealing with the Fallout, highlights the urgent need for better care, research, and support: science.gc.ca/site/science...science.gc.caDealing with the fallout: Post-COVID Condition and its continued impact on individuals and society 14717
Reposted by Carrie Bernard MD (she/her)André Picard @picardonhealth @picardonhealth.bsky.social · 11/03/20252020 hindsight on #COVID19: When lockdowns upended Canadians’ lives, The Globe looked ahead at how it might change us forever. How did those predictions fare against reality? We asked our reporters to follow up. www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/artic... via @theglobeandmail.comtheglobeandmail.comFive years ago, we predicted how COVID-19 would change our world. Here’s what we got right – and wrongFive years after the pandemic arrived in Canada, we look back at some of our forecasts 44013
Carrie Bernard MD (she/her) @carriedbernard.bsky.social · 10/03/2025 Canada has the least "universal" universal health system says @picardonhealth.bsky.social Time for redesign with a focus on community & primary care. Less "sick care". We need brave creative leaders who can re-imagine health care in Canada 47317
Reposted by Carrie Bernard MD (she/her)John Dupuis @dupuisj.bsky.social · 01/03/2025Why Are People Wearing Masks in 2025? open.substack.com/pub/misfitme...open.substack.comWhy Are People Wearing Masks in 2025?a mental health professional’s perspective 4322696
Reposted by Carrie Bernard MD (she/her)Maxwell Smith, PhD @maxwellsmith.bsky.social · 28/02/2025And when 'alarmists' were right, they were never alarmists. 0133
Reposted by Carrie Bernard MD (she/her)André Picard @picardonhealth @picardonhealth.bsky.social · 01/03/2025As childhood #vaccination rates slide in Canada, health-care providers look for new ways to fight skepticism, by @kkirkup.bsky.social www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/artic... via @theglobeandmail.com #infodemictheglobeandmail.comAs childhood vaccination rates slide in Canada, health-care providers look for new ways to fight skepticismExperts see rise in online misinformation and reduced access to primary care as factors that explain drop in childhood vaccine coverage 56016
Reposted by Carrie Bernard MD (she/her)André Picard @picardonhealth @picardonhealth.bsky.social · 21/02/2025What does it mean to lead with a #disability? Will I appear weak if I ask for accommodations? The president of the College of Family Physicians on Canada reflects on the challenges of living with #LongCOVID, by @carriedbernard.bsky.social www.cfp.ca/content/71/2... #COVID19cfp.caLeading with a disability![Figure][1]</img> What does it mean to lead with a disability? Will I appear weak if I ask for accommodations? I pondered these questions as it became apparent long COVID-19[1][2] would continue to... 0219
Carrie Bernard MD (she/her) @carriedbernard.bsky.social · 19/02/2025What does it mean to lead with a disability? I asked myself this question in the lead up to my CFPC presidency. Thankfully I am well supported. www.cfp.ca/content/71/2... Thankfully, leaders across medicine are starting to reconsider the medical culture's abelist framework. 1103
Reposted by Carrie Bernard MD (she/her)Katharine Hayhoe @katharinehayhoe.com · 06/01/2025I compared 22 identical climate-related posts on Threads vs Bluesky over the last 3 months, and the difference is shocking. Normalized engagement on Threads dropped nearly 2/3 + my following dropped, while Bluesky engagement held steady + following quadrupled. What’s driving this? Read on! 🧵media.tenor.coma monkey holding a smiley face a butterfly and an @ symbolAlt: a monkey holding a smiley face a butterfly and an @ symbol 681344487
Reposted by Carrie Bernard MD (she/her)Dr Joss Reimer @jossreimer.bsky.social · 03/02/2025Physicians remain the most trusted source of credible health information for Canadians. As a profession, we can - and we must - help patients navigate what’s true and what’s not in an increasingly polarized media environment. www.linkedin.com/posts/canadi...linkedin.comCanadian Medical Association on LinkedIn: How misinformation threatens health care — and what we can do about itThe risks from #misinformation are many — and when it comes to health, sometimes deadly. Read more from CMA President Dr. Joss Reimer. 0145
Reposted by Carrie Bernard MD (she/her)Dr Joss Reimer @jossreimer.bsky.social · 05/02/2025Violence against health care workers is always unacceptable. The senseless attacks in Halifax are a reminder of the dangers that health care workers in Canada face far too often. www.cma.ca/about-us/wha...cma.caAttacks, abuse of health workers must not be tolerated: CMA, CNA, CFNUThe reprehensible assault of health workers in Halifax last week is a harsh reminder of the dangers health professionals across Canada face while trying to provide quality care to patients. 076
Reposted by Carrie Bernard MD (she/her)Tara Moriarty @moriartylab.bsky.social · 03/02/2025Canadian COVID Forecast: Feb 1-14, 2025 SEVERE: ON VERY HIGH: CAN, AB, MB, North, QC HIGH: BC, NB, NL, NS, PEI, SK MODERATE: none About 1 in 42 people in Canada are CURRENTLY infected. 25491293
Reposted by Carrie Bernard MD (she/her)Timothy Caulfield @caulfieldtim.bsky.social · 06/02/2025Incredible that this still needs to be said. But it needs to be said. Vaccines do not cause autism. Here is how we know www.statnews.com/2025/02/03/v... by @matthewherper.bsky.social Part of the challenge is that this belief increasingly tied to political identity.statnews.comHere is how we know that vaccines do not cause autismVaccines do not cause autism. You’ve almost certainly read that before — but often without a full explanation of how we know it to be true. Here's how we know. 727383
Reposted by Carrie Bernard MD (she/her)Trish Greenhalgh @trishgreenhalgh.bsky.social · 02/02/2025Woooooooo ⬇️⬇️⬇️ Someone’s done it - archived the entire datasets of the US CDC before the orange toddler could destroy them. #episky #medsky #academicsky 12745178
Reposted by Carrie Bernard MD (she/her)Alan Drummond MD @dralandrummond.bsky.social · 02/02/2025Canadian health work force needs tens of thousands of additional providers, study finds /via @globeandmail www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/artic...theglobeandmail.comCanadian health work force needs tens of thousands of additional providers, study findsCountry not producing enough health care providers to keep up with demand; report calls for increases in education and training to stave off worsening shortages 3175
Reposted by Carrie Bernard MD (she/her)André Picard @picardonhealth @picardonhealth.bsky.social · 03/02/2025Canada needs tens of thousands of additional health workers, including 23,000 family doctors and 28,000 registered nurses, study finds, by @kkirkup.bsky.social www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/artic... via @theglobeandmail.com #nursing #PrimaryCare #cdnhealththeglobeandmail.comCanadian health work force needs tens of thousands of additional providers, study findsCountry not producing enough health care providers to keep up with demand; report calls for increases in education and training to stave off worsening shortages 910840
Reposted by Carrie Bernard MD (she/her)Jonathan Laxton, MD, FRCPC @drjonl.bsky.social · 02/02/2025For all our American neighbours who may be struggling to find accurate health information - thr Public Health Agency of Canada has a website you are more than welcome to use: www.canada.ca/en/public-he... 12637011485
Carrie Bernard MD (she/her) @carriedbernard.bsky.social · 02/02/2025Happy to collaborate with @jossreimer.bsky.social @cmadocs.bsky.social , CNA and CFNA as we met with the Provincial and Territorial Health Ministers from across the country. I heard commitments to strengthen #familymedicine & #teambasedcare #bettertogether 172