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  • Manitoba’s top doctor hopes to see increased vaccination numbers
    Dr. Brent Roussin said 18 per cent of Manitobans have rolled up their sleeves for their coronavirus vaccines and 25 per cent have received their flu shots.
    Health
    Feb 16
  • Weddings trend toward smaller, less traditional events in Manitoba
    After years of delays and postponements caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and its associated restrictions, the industry is finally bouncing back.
    Lifestyle
    Jan 9
  • With respiratory illness season here, Manitoba experts say ‘get that booster shot’
    Professor of disease modelling at York University, said Canadians, including Manitobans, are more vulnerable outbreaks because immunity is running low, and getting lower.
    Health
    Nov 15, 2023
  • Manitoba says shipments of COVID and flu shots are being distributed
    Manitoba is gearing up for the season of sniffles and coughs by sending out COVID and seasonal flu shots across the province.
    Health
    Oct 6, 2023
  • Man. government signed contract for COVID-19 video and song, then cancelled project
    The video was planned as a "virtual reflection/memorial event'' for early 2021, the provincial Finance Department said in response to a freedom of information request.
    Canada
    Jul 29, 2023
  • A run for their money: Community, competition among Assiniboia Downs jockeys
    Nerves of steel, a need for speed, and the ability to have a special human-animal bond; those are just some of the job requirements for the 15 jockeys at the Assiniboia Downs.
    Features
    Jun 29, 2023
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  • Family of Manitoba woman who died after aborted medical flight sues
    'The government and Shared Health deprived Krystal of her right to life,' reads the statement of claim filed by Elaine Mousseau's lawyers in the May 2021 death of her daughter.
    Health
    Mar 9, 2023
  • Hoping third time’s the charm for Team Einarson at World Women’s Curling Championship
    The journey to claim the 2023 World Women's Curling Championship in Sandviken, Sweden begins for Team Kerri Einarson, who earned the right to represent Canada with a Scotties win.
    Sports
    Mar 10, 2023
  • Postmedia to move Alberta community newspapers to digital, make changes in Saskatchewan
    Postmedia announced measures as part of a transformation plan to come for community newspapers in the prairies which includes Saskatchewan.
    Canada
    Jan 18, 2023
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  • Street drugs in Canada are becoming more toxic — and tools to treat them less effective. Why?
    A rise in highly potent fentanyl mixed with sedatives is making Canada’s street drug supply so unpredictable, tools to prevent overdoses like naloxone are not always effective.
    Health
    Jan 12, 2023
  • ‘A way of keeping the memory alive’: Manitoba veteran reflects on remembrance, importance of supporting legion
    Supporting the Royal Canadian Legion is something Harold 'Timer' Hyndman has been taking to heart for 75 years and counting.
    Canada
    Jan 6, 2023
  • Elective surgeries postponed at Winnipeg’s children’s hospital as patient surge continues
    Eleven elective surgeries have been postponed at Winnipeg's children's hospital in the past three weeks as it continues to see high numbers of kids sick with respiratory illnesses.
    Health
    Jan 4, 2023
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  • Here’s how COVID-19 may factor in 2023 in Manitoba
    Though it may feel like it is over, the COVID-19 pandemic is still trudging along and did still affect the lives of thousands of Manitobans in 2022. 
    Health
    Dec 31, 2022
  • Manitoba doctors call for COVID-19 vaccine mandate for all health care workers
    Dr. Brent Roussin, Manitoba's chief public health officer, says details about vaccine requirements are expected later this week.
    Health
    Aug 23, 2021
  • Manitoba reports 27 new COVID-19 cases
    Since March 2020 Manitoba has reported 58,283 lab-confirmed cases of COVID-19 and 1,188 deaths have been linked to the virus.
    Health
    Aug 23, 2021
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  • What is ‘conscientious objection’? Here’s why major parties are talking about it
    Conscientious objection is heralded by social conservatives who say doctors shouldn't have to perform or refer medical procedures like abortions that are against their beliefs.
    Canada
    Aug 20, 2021
  • Winnipeg mandates COVID-19 vaccine for front-line city staff
    The City of Winnipeg is making vaccination against COVID-19 a requirement for front-line city staff.
    Health
    Sep 14, 2021
  • Manitoba yet to post data on COVID-19 cases in schools
    Parents reminded to keep kids home from school if they're showing COVID-19 symptoms.
    Health
    Sep 13, 2021
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  • Province’s first COVID-19 doses will immunize 900 Manitobans: Premier
    Manitoba is ready to receive its first doses of COVID-19 vaccine as early as next week, the premier says.
    Health
    Dec 9, 2020
  • Canada’s vast, remote geography leaves rural towns vulnerable in coronavirus fight
    The latest spread opens a new front for the world's second-largest country by area as it prepares for a logistically difficult vaccination program.
    Canada
    Dec 8, 2020
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