Katie Dangerfield
National Online Journalist, Health
Katie is an award-winning journalist with a passion for storytelling.
She started working with Global News Winnipeg in 2014, as a Writer/Producer for the morning news and then as an Online Producer for GlobalNews.ca/Winnipeg. Katie is now working as a National Health Reporter with Global News Online in Toronto.
She covers beats ranging from health, science and the environment.
Before working in Winnipeg, Katie lived in Vancouver, where she received her master’s degree in journalism from the University of British Columbia, and worked in documentary films and radio.
Her love for travel has taken her to Nicaragua, Bolivia, Argentina and many parts of Europe. She also traveled to Prague to study international reporting.
Katie has a passion for news, health and baking.
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This Igloo cooler can sever fingers, Health Canada warns in recallIgloo coolers are being recalled in Canada and the U.S. after reports of severe injuries, including fingertip amputations, caused by a faulty tow handle that can pinch fingers.ConsumerFeb 14
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Over a pound of fentanyl seized at U.S. border, and it came from CanadaU.S. Customs and Border Protection officers in Seattle seized over a pound of fentanyl crossing the border from Canada, just days after Canada announced it's 'fentanyl czar.'CrimeFeb 14
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The danger of bird flu mixing with human flu? A potential pandemicAs cases of seasonal influenza surge, health officials are closely monitoring a growing threat—the potential fusion of human and bird flu strains.HealthFeb 13
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Mini Ritz crackers are being pulled off shelves in Canada. Here’s whyChristie brand Original Mini Ritz Crackers are being recalled across Canada due to an undeclared milk allergen, with no reported reactions so far, according to the CFIA.HealthFeb 13
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Dead geese spark bird flu fears as migration fuels outbreak risk in CanadaAs migratory birds return to Canada this spring, health officials are bracing for a potential surge in bird flu cases as many may be carrying the virus.HealthFeb 12
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This shampoo is recalled in Canada due to a bacteria hazardA shampoo, available online and in stores like Sephora, has been recalled in Canada due to potential contamination with a hazardous microbe.HealthFeb 11
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The flu is on the rise in Canada. Here’s what to knowAs of Feb. 1, 21.2 per cent of tests have come back positive for influenza. Since Aug. 25, 2024, a total of 76 influenza-associated deaths were reported in Canada.HealthFeb 10
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Your brain may have a plastic spoon’s worth of microplastics, study findsA recent study has found microplastics are accumulating in the human brain, with potential connections to diseases such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and ALS.HealthFeb 6
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Canada’s fentanyl czar details should clear ‘by end of week,’ minister saysThe details for Canada's new fentanyl czar are expected to be finalized by the end of the week, with Canadians likely to hear 'very shortly' after what this new role will entail.CanadaFeb 6
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What is a ‘fentanyl czar’ and what powers could they have?The trade war between Canada and the U.S. is on pause after Prime Minister Justin Trudeau agreed to measures addressing President Donald Trump’s concerns over fentanyl trafficking.CanadaFeb 4
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What is a trade war? A breakdown of tariffs and retaliationAs trade tensions rise between China and the United States, Canada is not out of the water yet, leaving some to wonder if an inevitable trade war is on the way.CanadaFeb 4
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From hearing aids to pacemakers, tariffs may drive up medical device costsWhether pacemakers, insulin pumps or hip replacement, Canadians may face a spike in health costs if Trump imposes a 25 per cent tariff on imports from Canada.HealthJan 31
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Egg prices soar in U.S. What’s keeping Canada’s prices stable?As egg prices in the United States continue to rise, with no end in sight, the question remains: how will Canadian prices be affected by the bird flu?HealthJan 29
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Parents, toss infant self-feeding devices ‘immediately’: Health CanadaHealth Canada has issued an urgent advisory for parents and caregivers to stop using infant self-feeding devices, citing serious choking and suffocation hazards.HealthJan 28
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The winter ‘quademic’? You may be sick with one of these 4 virusesSneezing, fever, chills, vomiting, coughing — it’s not just one virus wreaking havoc this winter; it’s a combination of four major illnesses.HealthJan 27
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Sick of the stomach bug? Moderna is making a norovirus vaccineModerna is developing an mRNA-based vaccine for norovirus, now in Phase 3 trials, with hopes of approval by 2026 to combat the highly contagious stomach virus.HealthJan 24
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Muscle strength, cardio linked to 46% drop in cancer death risk, study saysFor cancer patients, maintaining physical fitness and muscle strength could be a powerful weapon in the fight against the deadly disease, according to a recent study.HealthJan 24
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Does fizzy water help you lose weight? Here’s what the research saysA study published in BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health suggests the CO2 in carbonated water might help with weight loss by boosting how red blood cells process glucose.HealthJan 23
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When does frostbite become a threat? What to know during the deep freezeFrostbite is becoming a real threat across parts of Canada as extreme cold grips the regions, forcing people to bundle up in heavy layers and limit time outdoors.HealthJan 22
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The Ozempic debate: Large study reveals the good and the badA new study shows that GLP-1 drugs offer health benefits such as reducing risks for heart disease but also carry potential risks like gastrointestinal issues.HealthJan 21
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Who is Usha Vance? What to know about the lawyer married to JD VanceJD Vance was sworn in as the United States vice president on Monday with his wife, Usha Chilukuri Vance, and their three young children by his side.U.S. NewsJan 20
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Donald Trump threatens Canada, Mexico with 25% tariffs by Feb. 1President-elect Donald Trump, who took office on Monday, has pledged tariffs of 25 per cent import surcharge on Canadian and Mexican products.CanadaJan 20
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Eating while watching screens — any screens — means eating more: studyWhile sitting down to watch your favourite television show may seem like a relaxing way to unwind, it also could fuel your appetite, leading to binge eating.HealthJan 15
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Toxic metals found in some protein powders, report says. Should you be worried?Some protein powders, particularly plant-based and chocolate-flavoured varieties, have been found to contain heavy metals like lead and cadmium, according to a recent report.HealthJan 14
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Los Angeles wildfires: The unique dangers of urban wildfire smokeAs wildfires rage across Los Angeles, the smoke billowing into the air carries more than the expected risks of particulate matter and carbon emissions.HealthJan 10