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N.B. woman publishing book about long Covid experienceA New Brunswick woman is publishing a book about her experiences with long COVID. She says she hopes it will help others going through the same health-care problems feel less alone. Suzanne Lapointe reports.Global News at 6 New BrunswickAug 27
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Fallout ensues after the closure of long-COVID outpatient programThose suffering from long-COVID in Alberta are fighting back after the government informed them the Long-COVID Inter-Professional Outpatient Program was ending. Justin Sibbet reports.Global News at 5 LethbridgeAug 14
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Scientists launch 1st lung cancer vaccine clinical trials using COVID-19 mRNA technologyJust a few years after mRNA vaccines proved their effectiveness against COVID-19, scientists are now looking at how they can be used to treat other serious diseases — including lung cancer. Researchers are beginning clinical trials using the technology to create a vaccine to treat non-small-cell lung cancer (NSCLC), the most common form of the...HealthAug 25
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Global News at 6 New Brunswick: Aug. 27, 2024Fredericton’s fire chief says the city needs a new station as population continues to grow, a New Brunswick woman is publishing a book about her experiences with long COVID, and traffic continues to soar at the Fredericton International Airport.Global News at 6 New BrunswickAug 27
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What to know amid a surge in whooping cough casesDr. Iris Gorfinkel joins us to discuss a sharp rise in whooping cough cases in Quebec, highlighting the signs parents should watch for. She also sheds light on a new vaccine in trial for lung cancer, parallels with COVID-19, and the reintroduction of mask mandates in Quebec. Plus, Dr. Gorfinkel weighs in on the safety...The Morning ShowAug 30
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Global News Hour at 6 BC: July 26Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry lifts the last remaining COVID-19 health order, by dropping B.C.’s vaccine mandate for health-care workers. How Metro Vancouver’s new board chair is addressing recent controversies along with the big questions that remain. And the Olympic “spy drone” scandal deepens, as allegations surface of the practice going back several years.Global BCJul 26
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Beloved IWK train rolls again after four-year hiatusFour years after the IWK Health Centre shut down the beloved train display due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the trains are rolling again. Operated by volunteers, the trains have long been a favourite with kids visiting the region’s largest children’s hospital.HealthJul 5
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SFU Long COVID studyAn SFU report is calling for increased support for those who suffer from long COVID. Global News Morning speaks with SFU Long COVID Research Assistant Kayli Jamieson about the study, and her own experience with long COVID.Global News Morning BCApr 5
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Report calls for more research and support for long COVID patientsMore than 3.5 million Canadians have experienced symptoms of long-COVID but many people still don’t believe it’s real. As Travis Prasad reports, a new SFU study is calling for more education, investment and support for those suffering from the lingering effects of COVID.Global News Hour at 6 BCApr 5
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Selwyn Township firefighters host community pancake breakfastFirefighters in Selwyn Township were busy feeding the community on Sunday with a pancake breakfast that’s run for more than 30 years. The event was back after a five-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It raises money for the Selwyn Firefighters Association, supporting equipment and bereavement support along with community causes such as Swim...May 27
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Canadian Covid Society formedA new non-profit group called the ‘Canadian Covid Society’ has been formed. Its aim is to provide scientific knowledge about the harms of COVID-19 and support people living with long COVID. Katherine Ward has this story and more in Health Matters for Mar. 7, 2024.Health MattersMar 7
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Can nicotine patches treat long COVID-19 symptoms?Without treatments available for long COVID-19, some people are turning to social media-based remedies for relief, with the latest trend being nicotine patches. But experts caution there may not be enough data and urge people not to trust information online without fact-checking. Naomi Barghiel has more.HealthFeb 10
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Canada’s long-term care homes not ready for another crisis: ReportThousands of people in Canada’s long-term care homes have died of COVID-19, and the system’s failures have been well documented. And as Mike Drolet explains, a new report from the Royal Society of Canada says LTC homes are not prepared to deal with another crisis.Global NationalJan 30
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Quebec judge gives long-term care patients green light for class-action lawsuitA class-action suit against the government during the COVID-19 pandemic will go ahead.That’s the ruling from a Quebec Superiour court judge. Plaintiffs argue the staff at public long-term care facilities should have been better prepared to treat residents. Global’s Tim Sargeant reports.Jan 23
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N.S. mobile health units offering vaccines from one end of province to the otherPublic Health’s recent efforts to bring equity focus to vaccine accessibility in Nova Scotia is well underway and the Public Health Mobile Units are along for the ride. They’re offering COVID-19, high-dose influenza and standard influenza vaccines from one end of the province to the other. Amber Fryday reports.Global News at 6 HalifaxDec 18, 2023
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COVID-19 outbreaks persist at N.S. long term care homes, officials worry about protocolsDozens of Covid-19 outbreaks are being reported at long-term care homes across Nova Scotia as the provincial government is suggesting for visitors to remain vigilant to prevent the spread. But as Skye Bryden-Blom reports, some healthcare officials are worried about a lack of COVID protocols.Global News at 6 HalifaxDec 1, 2023
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COVID-19: Dozens of residents test positive following outbreak at Port Hope retirement homeA large COVID-19 outbreak is affecting the majority of residents of Aspira Empire Crossing Retirement Living. The outbreak, and its handling, are now sparking concerns from relatives. Sam Houpt reports…HealthNov 9, 2023
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Fall vaccine campaign | Long COVIDHealth experts are recommending Canadians get their flu and COVID-19 vaccines at the same time. Plus, between 6% and 10% of health-care workers have or have suffered from long COVID. Dr. Mitch Shulman joins Global’s Laura Casella to weigh in.Global News Morning MontrealSep 27, 2023
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Ask the Expert: Keeping healthy during this flu seasonCold and flu season is upon us and many are running not their local pharmacy to stay healthy. October 16 marks the first day of flu shots along with the new Covid-19 vaccinations. For this month’s Ask the Expert, pharmacist Shivali Sharma joined us on Global News Morning Edmonton to talk more about the importance...Global News Morning EdmontonOct 16, 2023
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Maimonides and other Quebec long-term care homes struggling with COVID-19 outbreaksDozens of long-term care homes across Quebec are dealing with COVID-19 outbreaks. Many of the seniors living in the facilities haven’t had a COVID-19 vaccine shot for about one year. While masks are not mandatory in most long-term care homes, experts say it might be time to bring them back. Global’s Amanda Jelowicki reports.HealthOct 2, 2023