Kirsten M Fiest

Apr 26, 2024 | winnipegfreepress.com | Kirsten M Fiest |James Talbot |Jason Cabaj

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Apr 25, 2024 | theconversation.com | Kirsten M Fiest |James Talbot |Jason Cabaj

Recent surges in measles cases globally underscore the urgent need for heightened vigilance and action to combat the resurgence of this highly contagious and potentially deadly disease. While Canada has made significant strides in measles control, declining vaccination rates and increasing vaccine hesitancy pose a concerning threat to the health of the public.

Sep 13, 2023 | sepsiscanada.ca | Kirsten M Fiest

In collaboration with patient partners from Sepsis Canada, Dr. Jeanna Parsons Leigh, Dr. Kirsten Fiest, and their team have developed a survey to better understand to public’s knowledge about sepsis (what is sepsis, how does someone get it, signs and symptoms, its course, and its treatment). The team will examine if people have a different understanding of sepsis and different information needs based on their gender, age, education, income, or ethnic and/or cultural background.