Bird flu: Experts urge more surveillance in Canada — before it’s too late
Experts are urging Canada to boost its surveillance of the bird flu after traces of it were found in milk in the U.S. and it has spread among dairy cattle in the U.S.
Canada
May 3
Alberta’s flu death toll highest in 15 years as vaccine uptake declines
According to data from the province's respiratory virus dashboard, 15,215 cases of lab-confirmed influenza cases were recorded this respiratory virus season.
Health
Apr 29
Bird flu concerns over U.S. dairy cattle growing. Here’s what to know
A bird flu outbreak infecting dairy cows in the U.S. that has seeped into the country’s milk supply is under investigation, but the the WHO says the risk to the public is low.
Health
Apr 26
Amid bird flu spread, Canada boosts surveillance and testing at border
The Canadian government is expanding its surveillance program for a form of avian flu amid a growing outbreak in U.S. dairy cattle.
Canada
May 6
Autism awareness: Vancouver International Airport, Canucks network host ‘Learn to Fly’
The goal the event Saturday at Vancouver International Airport was to increase accessibility and break down barriers for people who are on the autism spectrum.
Canada
May 4
Paris skies closed for business during Olympics opening ceremony
Augustin de Romanet, chairman of Aéroports de Paris, said airlines are being warned in advance about the closure and told they will have to fly around the restricted airspace.
Sports
Apr 24
As flu season fades, spring and summer viruses emerge. What are they?
As Canadians bid farewell to the aches and chills of the respiratory virus season a new question looms: what other microbial menaces will appear as days grow warmer?
Health
May 1
Bird flu virus detected in U.S. grocery store milk. FDA says supply still safe
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration said Tuesday that samples of pasteurized milk had tested positive for remnants of the bird flu virus that has infected dairy cows.
Health
Apr 24
Bird flu risk to humans an ‘enormous concern,’ WHO says. Here’s what to know
Avian flu is caused by influenza viruses that spread among wild aquatic birds and can infect domestic poultry and other animal species.
Canada
Apr 18
Bird flu risks: What to know as the ‘versatile’ virus continues to spread
As the avian flu, also known as bird flu, continues to spread across the globe, concerns persist regarding its potential risks to human health.
Health
Apr 2
Is it safe to fly during a solar eclipse? How airlines are preparing
Canadian airlines say travellers won't see their flight times affected by Monday's total solar eclipse, though passengers should protect their eyes during the astronomical event.
Canada
Apr 4
Human case of bird flu reported in Texas linked to cattle: U.S. CDC
It is the second-ever case of the H5N1 strain of avian influenza identified in a person in the United States, the last reported in Colorado in 2022.
Health
Apr 1
More Canadians see measles as dangerous compared to COVID, flu: poll
As measles cases continue to rise across the country, an Ipsos poll shows that most Canadians see the disease as dangerous. Fewer said the same for COVID-19 and the flu.
Health
Mar 27
What are midges and why are they swarming Toronto’s lakeside region
Many who live by the lake or frequent the boardwalk in Toronto see hundreds of the tiny little flies flying around. But what are they, and how long are they around for?
Environment
Apr 18
Is flying safe? What to know amid all the news of plane problems
It has been 15 years since the last fatal crash of a U.S. airliner, but you would never know that by reading about a torrent of flight problems in the last three months.
Canada
Mar 23
Tactical helicopter fly past in Edmonton marks 100th anniversary of Royal Canadian Air Force
Monday marks 100 years of service for the Royal Canadian Air Force and the occasion was celebrated in Edmonton with a special fly past.
Canada
Apr 1
Rogers Centre renovations changed how it plays
Daulton Varsho loves to go all out when tracking down a fly ball but the new smaller foul areas at Rogers Centre have him being a little more cautious.
Sports
May 2
Major nurses union reaches agreement with Quebec for 5-year-contract
The FIQ was one of three public sector unions that had still not reached a deal with the province, and negotiations with the two others are ongoing.
Health
Mar 19
Members of Quebec health care workers union vote against tentative deal with province
The FIQ said Saturday that 61 per cent of members who took part in an online election voted against the deal. The poll had a participation rate of 77 per cent.
Canada
Apr 13
WestJet announces service to Calgary from Fredericton starting June 20
People in Fredericton will be able to fly directly to Calgary starting June 20. WestJet announced it's returning to Fredericton after leaving in 2022.
Canada
Apr 9