IPAC News for the week of August 21 – 25, 2023

Exploring the impact of mental health conditions on vaccine uptake in high-income countries: a systematic review. Journal
A new spray-based method for the in-vitro development of dry-surface biofilms. Journal
Washington State Health names milkshakes as source of deadly Listeriosis outbreak. News
Covid-19 linked with higher risk of high blood pressure, study finds. News
11-state salmonella outbreak linked to small turtles. News
COVID-19 cases are ticking up in Toronto. Should you rush to get vaccinated? News
Highly mutated COVID virus variant BA.2.86 showing up in multiple countries. News
Hollywood studio Lionsgate brings back mask mandate amid Covid spike. News
CDC warns not to ‘kiss or cuddle your turtle’ as salmonella outbreak spreads to 11 states. News
Quebec recommends new COVID-19 vaccine this autumn for people at risk. News
Canada ‘likely at the start’ of new COVID-19 wave. How big will it get? News
COVID resurgence sparks concerns as hospitalizations increase across Canada. News
Want a COVID-19 booster? Experts say most Canadians should wait for updated shots. News
Ontario doctors weigh in on screen time and vaccinations ahead of back-to-school. News
Polish authorities probe whether deadly Legionnaires’ outbreak was result of water tampering. News