Covid Vaccine Safety, Alcohol Risks, and Cannabis Heartbeat Concerns
Morning Medical with Dr. Chow
A daily update covering the latest medical & health news from around the world using artificial intelligence. Doctor Chi-Ming Chow is a family physician, general internist, and cardiologist. He is also a Professor of Medicine at the University of Toronto.
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Covid Vaccine Safety, Alcohol Risks, and Cannabis Heartbeat Concerns

E479 • Aug 14, 2026 • 19 mins

In this episode, Dr. Chi-Ming Chow addresses the safety of Covid vaccines during pregnancy, emphasizing recent findings. He examines the relationship between different types of alcohol and mortality risks, offering insights into health impacts. The episode covers a Health Canada warning about unauthorized cosmetic injectables, highlighting potential dangers. Dr. Chow discusses Canadian awareness of respiratory illnesses and the implications for public health. He explores the connection between cannabis use and irregular heartbeats. Additionally, the episode discusses Grifols' temporary shutdown of plasma donation activities in Canada. Dr. Chow concludes with reflections on these health topics.

Key Points

  • Extensive research has shown that Covid vaccines are safe for pregnant women and are not linked to an increased risk of miscarriage, stillbirth, or preterm birth.
  • A large study presented at the American College of Cardiology’s Annual Scientific Session found that wine consumption was associated with lower mortality rates, whereas beer and spirits were linked to higher mortality risks.
  • Health Canada has issued a warning after seizing unauthorized and counterfeit cosmetic injectable products from a spa in Hamilton, Ontario, highlighting the significant risks associated with using unapproved health products.
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