Hundreds of Alberta doctors are saying the province's health-care system has already crossed the brink of disaster, and are urging officials to act swiftly with more restrictions to prevent further spread of COVID-19. On Sunday, the province recorded 1,584 new positive cases — more new cases than Ontario, which has three times the population of Alberta. While none of us want to have a second lockdown, I do not see any alternative at present. We are Albertans, too, and we are profoundly concerned about the health and welfare of our families and fellow citizens. Troy Mitchell, MD, MSc., EdmontonDr.

Source: CBC News November 23, 2020 23:48 UTC