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Thousands of patients suffering with long COVID and other chronic conditions in B.C. could be left in the lurch in the new year if the province goes ahead with planned cuts to a virtual care clinic. Lifeline B.C.’s Amanda Kanuka discusses the impact on the overall healthcare system.

The Living with Long COVID exhibition is a collaboration by the Museum of Vancouver and SFU’s Faculty of Health Sciences – offering a glimpse into the daily lives of people who continue to struggle with a variety of symptoms. Global’s Safeeya Pirani hears from those who are a part of the project, and how they...

Manitoba’s top doctor is reminding you to get your flu and COVID vaccines earlier in the season for the best outcomes. Officials saying that could go a long way in keeping people healthy, and reducing stress on the healthcare system. Vasilios Bellos reports.

Manitoba’s top doctor is reminding you to get your flu and COVID vaccines earlier in the season for the best outcomes. Officials saying that could go a long way in keeping people healthy, and reducing stress on the healthcare system. Vasilios Bellos reports.

Young Halifax soccer players upset by week-long suspension, number of visitors coming to downtown Halifax surpasses pre-COVID numbers, and pressure is mounting on the province to release a report on environmental racism.

Young Halifax soccer players upset by week-long suspension, number of visitors coming to downtown Halifax surpasses pre-COVID numbers, and pressure is mounting on the province to release a report on environmental racism.

A small demonstration in Downtown Vancouver shedding light on a condition that is not yet fully understood. Millions of Canadians suffer from symptoms of long COVID, a condition that can be debilitating, and for which science has yet to find a cure. Julia Foy brings us their story.

Canada’s new prime minister is already embarking on his first trip abroad. But what is the political strategy behind Mark Carney’s first foreign trip? And, the Conservative party is demanding more transparency on Carney’s financial dealings. South of the border, millions are in the path of a violent storm system tonight that has already killed...

A Vancouver woman detained by .s. border officials for 12 days is back home. And a small demonstration in Downtown Vancouver shedding light on long COVID, a condition that is not yet fully understood.

October marks Dysautonomia awareness month and awareness around this condition is becoming more and more prevalent. As Destiny Meilleur reports, many who are suffering from long covid are being diagnosed with a type of dysautonomia called postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome — better known as “POTS.”

The pandemic is an afterthought for many people — but for some — COVID forever altered their lives. And in the province of Saskatchewan there has been very limited resources available to these people. Destiny Meilleur looks at the lack of supports — and how long COVID is affecting them today.

Dr. Iris Gorfinkel breaks down the latest in health news, from fall vaccine updates and long COVID concerns to Eva Mendes’ call-out about food dyes in cereal. Plus, we find out why that crinkly paper in medical exams might be more of a hassle than it’s worth!

A 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.

Fredericton’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.

Just 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...

Dr. 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...

Those 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.

B.C. reports 1,853 new COVID-19 cases over 3 days, along with 7 deaths. Keith Baldrey has more with the latest summary of the last 3 days.

COVID-19 cases across Saskatchewan are up — and once again we are seeing an uptick of cases in long-term care homes. On Monday the Saskatchewan Health Authority announced new restrictions on visitation in Regina, effective immediately.

Ontario’s chief medical officer of health Dr. Kieran Moore announced Tuesday that the province would provide a third shot – a booster shot – to “vulnerable Ontarians,” including, transplant recipients and those actively being treated for blood cancers. A third dose of the COVID-19 vaccine will also be offered to those in high-risk congregated settings,...