

Jun 4th Event: “Managing Marine Operations during a Pandemic” w/ Dr. John Ross
You are invited! COVE is hosting a special virtual event on how to manage your Marine Operations during a pandemic with John Ross MD FRCPC from PRAXES. When: Join us on Thursday, June 4th at 11:00 AM ADT Where: Zoom and YouTube Register here: https://mailchi.mp/coveocean.com/youre-invited-to-a-special-presentation-managing-marine-operations-during-a-pandemic-with-dr-john-ross-of-praxes-medical-group-4952306 —– Dr. Ross is an Emergency Physician for 30 years, Professor…
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CoVID-19 IgM/IgG testing kits for use on ships
CoVID-19 IgM/IgG testing kits for use on ships May 13, 2020 | By Dr. John Ross MD FRCPC — I am being asked by many marine clients about the availability of CoVID-19 IgM/IgG testing kits for use on ships. As of today, according to the Health Canada website, there are no point-of-care tests available, meaning…
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PRAXES Update on COVID-19 for Marine Organizations
PRAXES Update on COVID-19 for Marine Organizations Apr 19, 2020 | Dr. John Ross MD FRCPC — On November 17, 2019, the first case of a new virus infection was noted in China, in Wuhan. On Jan 25 ON and BC had the first Canadian cases from Wuhan travelers. On March 15, NS became the…
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COVID-19 – Information Specifically for Marine Operations
PRAXES understands that COVID-19 information is everywhere these days, but most information does not address the specific needs of Marine Operations. These links below provide excellent information from trusted sources. From the CDC for marine operators: https://www.cdc.gov/quarantine/maritime/recommendations-for-ships.html https://www.cdc.gov/quarantine/maritime/federal-regulations-reporting-illness-death-ships-destined-united-states.html General Infection Control Guidance: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/hcp/guidance-prevent-spread.html IMO Documents: http://www.imo.org/en/MediaCentre/HotTopics/Pages/Coronavirus.aspx http://www.imo.org/en/MediaCentre/HotTopics/Documents/Circular%20Letter%20No.4204-Add.3.pdf http://www.imo.org/en/MediaCentre/HotTopics/Documents/Circular%20Letter%20No.4204-Add.4.pdf For more information on the remote…
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