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Dr. Shazma Mithani, MD, FRCPC

@drshazmamithani.bsky.social
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Inner city ER Doc | Mom | Advocate | Speaker | Find me on all platforms @drshazmamithani *Posts are not medical advice

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Canadian Medical Association @cmadocs.bsky.social · 29/09/2025
False health information harms patients, providers, and the integrity of medicine. What can physicians do? Join us at #CCPH2025 for a discussion w/ @drshazmamithani.bsky.social, Dr. Sarah Newbery, @jossreimer.bsky.social, Doctor Mike and Dr. Sukhmeet Sachal. Register here: bit.ly/46b17FH
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Dr. Shazma Mithani, MD, FRCPC @drshazmamithani.bsky.social · 13/08/2025
IMPORTANT PSA FOR ALBERTANS GoA is now requiring the influenza and COVID-19 vaccines be pre-ordered on their online booking site by September 30. Please spread the word and get your family pre-ordered ASAP. bookvaccine.alberta.ca/vaccine/s/pr...
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André Picard @picardonhealth @picardonhealth.bsky.social · 22/06/2025
What are the signs of heat illness? Heat-related illness exists on a spectrum, so recognizing early symptoms is key to avoiding progression, by @drshazmamithani.bsky.social www.theglobeandmail.com/life/health-... via @theglobeandmail.com
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What are the signs of heat illness?
Heat-related illness exists on a spectrum, so recognizing early symptoms is key to avoiding progression
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Dr. Shazma Mithani, MD, FRCPC @drshazmamithani.bsky.social · 28/05/2025
“The organization calls Bill 26 an “unprecedented government intrusion” because it requires physicians to follow a law rather than clinical guidelines, the needs of patients and their own conscience.”
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Dr. Shazma Mithani, MD, FRCPC @drshazmamithani.bsky.social · 23/05/2025
That includes family doctors providing preventative care (which keeps people out of hospitals). It also includes services like home care and other supportive care that occurs in the community, rather than in hospitals. We need to start changing the conversation. /2 @picardonhealth.bsky.social
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Dr. Shazma Mithani, MD, FRCPC @drshazmamithani.bsky.social · 23/05/2025
I think we are focussing on the wrong metrics when we talk about the healthcare system. We talk a lot about hospital space. Yes, we have an aging population, but I think we would be better served talking more about keeping people out of hospitals by increasing care in the community. /1
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André Picard @picardonhealth @picardonhealth.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
Accidents happen – but these five rules will help keep you out of the ER, by @drshazmamithani.bsky.social www.theglobeandmail.com/life/health-... via @theglobeandmail.com
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Accidents happen – but these five rules will help keep you out of the ER
While some ED visits can’t be avoided, there are steps you can take to reduce your chances of needing emergency medical care
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Alberta Medical Association @albertadoctors.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
As emergency departments across Alberta face overcrowding, AMA board member Dr. Shazma Mithani @drshazmamithani.bsky.social highlights five ways to help keep you healthy and out of the ER. canadian-reviews.ca/accidents-ha...
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Accidents happen – but these five rules will help keep you out of the ER | Canada Voices - Canadian Reviews
Illustration by Photo illustration by The Globe and Mail. Sources: Unsplash, Pexels
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Dr. Shazma Mithani, MD, FRCPC @drshazmamithani.bsky.social · 11/04/2025
Really great discussion on the Money Feels podcast on healthcare privatization. Take a listen! cc @picardonhealth.bsky.social podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/m...
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80: What the Privatization of Healthcare Looks Like
Podcast Episode · Money Feels · 2025-04-10 · 47m
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Dr. Shazma Mithani, MD, FRCPC @drshazmamithani.bsky.social · 19/03/2025
2 doses is considered immune. Titres are only indicated in certain populations (like HCWs). Check with your doctor or public health on whether you should have them checked.
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Dr. Shazma Mithani, MD, FRCPC @drshazmamithani.bsky.social · 19/03/2025
2 doses of MMR is considered immune for measles. Titres are only tested in certain populations (like HCWs), and data shows that immunity exists outside what we can measure with antibody titres. R value is 12-18 (compared to 2-3 for COVID).
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Dr. Shazma Mithani, MD, FRCPC @drshazmamithani.bsky.social · 18/03/2025
We now have confirmed measles cases in multiple provinces across Canada, including Alberta. Do you have questions about measles? Drop them below! #measles #abhealth #health
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André Picard @picardonhealth @picardonhealth.bsky.social · 18/03/2025
Concern grows over low #measles #vaccination rates in parts of B.C. Some regions had less than two-thirds of 7-year-olds fully vaccinated against measles in 2023, by Akshay Kulkarni www.cbc.ca/news/canada/... via @cbcnews.ca #MMR
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Concern grows over low measles vaccination rates in parts of B.C. | CBC News
Scientists are raising the alarm over low measles vaccination rates in parts of B.C. as concern grows over outbreaks in Ontario and Texas.
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Dr. Shazma Mithani, MD, FRCPC @drshazmamithani.bsky.social · 15/03/2025
Measles has arrived in Alberta with a recent confirmed case in the Calgary region. Stay diligent and make sure you and your loved ones are adequately vaccinated. #alberta #yyc #abhealth #measles
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Andrew Longhurst 🇨🇦 🍉 @alonghurst.bsky.social · 15/03/2025
Thanks to @albertadoctors.bsky.social for the invite to speak on your health delivery model panel at the Representative Forum! Great discussion about improving timely surgical access. I met some lovely folks IRL! @drshazmamithani.bsky.social Dr Hardcastle Dr Parks #abpoli #ableg
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Dr. Shazma Mithani, MD, FRCPC @drshazmamithani.bsky.social · 14/03/2025
cc: @picardonhealth.bsky.social @caulfieldtim.bsky.social @fionamattatall.bsky.social @cmadocs.bsky.social @albertadoctors.bsky.social @antibioticdoc.bsky.social @alonghurst.bsky.social @jossreimer.bsky.social @alikamd.bsky.social
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Dr. Shazma Mithani, MD, FRCPC @drshazmamithani.bsky.social · 14/03/2025
6. Antibodies last in a newborn (from the birthing parent) for 6-12 months. 7. Vaccinated or partially vaccinated people can still get the disease but symptoms are mild. 8. Life threatening complications like pneumonia and encephalitis are much more likely if not vaccinated. /3
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Dr. Shazma Mithani, MD, FRCPC @drshazmamithani.bsky.social · 14/03/2025
4. The first MMR dose is at 12 months and the second is at either 18 months (or 4-6 years) depending where you live. 5. In outbreak situations and for international travel, an MMR dose can be given as early as 6 months (but 2 additional doses will still be needed later). /2
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Dr. Shazma Mithani, MD, FRCPC @drshazmamithani.bsky.social · 14/03/2025
A few important reminders about measles: 1. It’s one of the most contagious diseases on the planet and is spread by airborne transmission. 2. Measles lasts in the air for hours after the infected person has left the room. 3. Two doses of the MMR vaccine offer over 95% protection. /1
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Alberta Medical Association @albertadoctors.bsky.social · 12/03/2025
A measles outbreak has been reported in northern Alberta. Measles is highly contagious and the best source for preventing outbreaks is immunization. For more information visit: myhealth.alberta.ca/Topic/Immuni...
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Oliver @oilfan.bsky.social · 10/03/2025
I’m playing in a charity hockey game called the heavy hockey showdown to raise money for SACE on March 15 at the downtown community arena. Here’s a link to donate www.justgiving.com/page/oliver-...
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WE SUPPORT SACE
Help Oliver Nielsen raise money to support Sexual Assault Centre of Edmonton (SACE)
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Brian Wirzba @bjwrz.bsky.social · 10/03/2025
Sexual Assault Center Edmonton lost @albertagov.bsky.social funding!! This is abhorrent news!! What have we become in Alberta. www.instagram.com/p/DHB3qpTyAK...
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Dr. Shazma Mithani, MD, FRCPC @drshazmamithani.bsky.social · 10/03/2025
@alannasmith.bsky.social @carrietait.bsky.social @markusoff.bsky.social @mbellefontaine.bsky.social @jantafrench.bsky.social @jenleecbc.bsky.social @picardonhealth.bsky.social
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Dr. Shazma Mithani, MD, FRCPC @drshazmamithani.bsky.social · 10/03/2025
The Sexual Assault Centre for Edmonton (SACE) provides tremendous supports for sexual assault survivors in #yeg. As of today, SACE has paused intake because of an unexpected funding cut by the Alberta Government. This is absolutely devastating to SA survivors.
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Dr. Shazma Mithani, MD, FRCPC @drshazmamithani.bsky.social · 14/02/2025
I’ve said this before and I’ll say it again. Until we can start reframing our approach to health as preventative rather than reactive, we are never going to solve our health system failures. @picardonhealth.bsky.social @fionamattatall.bsky.social @naheedd.bsky.social @caulfieldtim.bsky.social
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Dr. Shazma Mithani, MD, FRCPC @drshazmamithani.bsky.social · 14/02/2025
With the extreme cold, we have been seeing many more cases of frostbite in unhoused patients. These patients often require admission to hospital, and in severe cases, require amputation months down the road. Any guesses on what could prevent this and be much more cost effective ? Housing.
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Dr. Shazma Mithani, MD, FRCPC @drshazmamithani.bsky.social · 12/02/2025
And how to protect yourself. 2/2
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Dr. Shazma Mithani, MD, FRCPC @drshazmamithani.bsky.social · 12/02/2025
I’ve been getting more questions about “Bird Flu” and whether it’s time to worry. Here’s some info on what you need to know. 1/2
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Dr. Fiona Mattatall @fionamattatall.bsky.social · 12/02/2025
With all going on in Alberta politics regarding the healthcare system right now… … your reminder that the care you receive is directly thanks to the amazing humans who work on the frontlines: the nurses, the doctors, the clerical staff, allied health, support workers 💖🧑‍⚕️
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Carrie Tait @carrietait.bsky.social · 11/02/2025
One question, one follow-up was a COVID invention. We couldn't scrum properly, so that's how govt ran phone press conferences. Now govt uses it to limit reporters' ability to press officials. It is govt control over media. That's why I don't like the mic system. Bring back proper scrums.
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Elaine Hyshka @ehyshka.bsky.social · 09/02/2025
The gap between First Nations and non-First Nations life expectancy in Alberta is 19 years, and wider now than any other point on record. This is a provincial and national emergency. #ableg www.stalbertgazette.com/local-news/f...
Graph showing divergence of life expectancy amongst First Nations and non-First Nations people in Alberta between 1999 and 2023.
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Canada Healthwatch 🍁 @canadahealthwatch.ca · 08/02/2025
Premier Smith remains silent as calls for resignation grow louder following AHS political interference allegations www.ctvnews.ca/calgary/arti... @ctvnewscalgary.bsky.social 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝘂𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀: CanadaHealthwatch.ca/newsletter 🍁
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith looking wistful and forlorn
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Andy Szava-Kovats 🇨🇦 @andyszavakovats.bsky.social · 07/02/2025
This rapid acceleration in solar deployment shows the potential of renewables to meet global energy needs now. While nuclear SMRs will likely have a role in the mix, holding out for unproven or slower-to-deploy technologies risks predatory delays. Renewables are scaling at the speed of necessity. ⚡🌍
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Alan Drummond MD @dralandrummond.bsky.social · 07/02/2025
Stretcher occupancy rates in Montreal ERs continue to climb montreal.citynews.ca/2025/02/07/q...
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Stretcher occupancy rates in Montreal ERs continue to climb
Stretcher occupancy rates in Quebec emergency rooms have been increasing for the last three weeks, but haven’t reached the levels seen during the first two weeks of January. The peak of winter activit...
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Dr. Shazma Mithani, MD, FRCPC @drshazmamithani.bsky.social · 06/02/2025
Transparency and accountability are paramount when it comes to government contracts using public dollars. I hope we see a thorough investigation to get to the bottom of these allegations.
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Dr. Shazma Mithani, MD, FRCPC @drshazmamithani.bsky.social · 05/02/2025
YES! So much this!
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Andy Szava-Kovats 🇨🇦 @andyszavakovats.bsky.social · 05/02/2025
I’m so sick of DEI opponents saying “I believe in meritocracy.” DEI exists 𝙗𝙚𝙘𝙖𝙪𝙨𝙚 the status quo was never purely merit-based—it favored certain groups due to systemic barriers. DEI helps ensure talent, not privilege, determines outcomes. ⚖️
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Dr. Shazma Mithani, MD, FRCPC @drshazmamithani.bsky.social · 03/02/2025
@drjengunter.bsky.social @alikamd.bsky.social @caulfieldtim.bsky.social @christygibson.bsky.social @fionamattatall.bsky.social @marielleelizabeth.bsky.social @birindernarang.bsky.social @janisirwin.bsky.social
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Dr. Shazma Mithani, MD, FRCPC @drshazmamithani.bsky.social · 03/02/2025
Poppy Barley Knix Liberte dairy Fairlife Dairy Canada Dry Cheeses from Quebec Wine from BC and ON Hardbite chips
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Dr. Shazma Mithani, MD, FRCPC @drshazmamithani.bsky.social · 03/02/2025
Let’s start a list of Canadian brands that we love! Reply with yours below!
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Dr. Shazma Mithani, MD, FRCPC @drshazmamithani.bsky.social · 03/02/2025
Have you hear the term “Quademic?” It’s here and in full force. Learn more below. www.parents.com/how-to-prep-...
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New Data Shows This Sick Season Has Turned Into a ‘Quad-Demic’–What Parents Need To Know
While the spread of viruses isn't necessarily abnormal for this time of year, it’s crucial for families to stay informed and prepared.
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Dr. Shazma Mithani, MD, FRCPC @drshazmamithani.bsky.social · 02/02/2025
What will the history books say about us 100 years from now? What a time to be alive.
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Andy Szava-Kovats 🇨🇦 @andyszavakovats.bsky.social · 30/01/2025
If aliens visited Earth, they’d be baffled that we’re not aggressively capturing and storing the literally free, clean energy from the sun. There’s this weird idea that solar is too “wimpy” to power society, but it already powers all life on Earth. Tons of untapped potential. ☀️🌍
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Timothy Caulfield @caulfieldtim.bsky.social · 29/01/2025
In addition to pushing science-free nonsense, the Alberta Gov COVID Report a confused mess. It relies on retracted science, uses questionable refs, listed someone as a contributor without their consent, etc etc. Also, language lifted (putting it kindly) from another report?
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😂🤦🏽‍♀️
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Timothy Caulfield @caulfieldtim.bsky.social · 29/01/2025
Flu vaccines have prevented millions of deaths – our research proves it theconversation.com/flu-vaccines... Vaccines "reduce the burden of disease on healthcare systems and, more importantly, it saves lives." "...crucial that we gather and analyse all available evidence, share it.." #VaccinesWork
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Flu vaccines have prevented millions of deaths – our research proves it
Without jabs, flu mortality would be at least double.
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Dr. Shazma Mithani, MD, FRCPC @drshazmamithani.bsky.social · 28/01/2025
The so called “report” is a mix of revisionist history, “expert” opinion and references from news websites, podcasts, substacks and social media posts. This isn’t science. It’s a predetermined outcome that cost Alberta taxpayers $2 million. @caulfieldtim.bsky.social @picardonhealth.bsky.social
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Carrie Tait @carrietait.bsky.social · 28/01/2025
SCOOP: John Conly, a Calgary physician, said he was not on the task force that advised govt to halt COVID vaccines, even though the report listed him as a contributor. Doctors across the country are calling the report bunk. www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/alber... W @alannasmith.bsky.social
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Alberta physician listed on provincial COVID report says he doesn’t agree with findings, demands his name be removed
The Canadian Medical Association and the Alberta Medical Association have issued separate statements dismissing the $2-million project as ‘misinformation’
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Timothy Caulfield @caulfieldtim.bsky.social · 28/01/2025
Despite all the spin, there remains strong support for childhood vaccination requirements. Yes, support decreasing (ugh) & strong political divide (ugh). But important to recognize that public opinion doesn't always map the rage rhetoric. #VaccinesWork
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