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André Picard

Health reporter and columnist for The Globe and Mail. Expert on Canadian healthcare and public health issues.

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Dec 9, 2024 • 18min

What the spread of bird flu signals about another pandemic

André Picard, health columnist for The Globe, dives into the urgent implications of the recent avian flu cases, including Canada’s first human infection. He discusses alarming transmission rates among species, like pigs and poultry, and the economic impact on livestock. Picard emphasizes the crucial need for pandemic preparedness, drawing lessons from COVID-19. He also highlights strategies for preventing the virus's spread, including biosecurity measures and vaccine development challenges. This discussion calls for heightened vigilance against future outbreaks.
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Sep 16, 2025 • 23min

What you need to know about COVID-19 this fall

André Picard, a health reporter and columnist for The Globe and Mail, sheds light on the current surge in COVID-19 cases in Canada. He discusses the ongoing public reluctance to engage with the pandemic, despite rising infection rates. The conversation delves into the complexities of testing and reporting, the impact on mental health, and the influential role of politics in managing public perception. Picard emphasizes the importance of maintaining vigilance, especially as colder months approach and recommendations for vaccinations evolve.
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May 12, 2025 • 23min

Measles is now spreading across Canada. What’s being done?

André Picard, a health columnist for The Globe and Mail, discusses the alarming resurgence of measles in Canada, highlighting a spike in cases from 370 to 1,440 in Ontario. He points to declining vaccination rates, with only about 70% of children under 7 fully vaccinated. Picard critiques the public health response and emphasizes the strain on health systems. He also tackles vaccine hesitancy and misinformation, urging for better communication to improve community vaccination efforts and protect public health.

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