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Walking pneumonia spikes in parts of Canada, especially in kids: doctorsDoctors say they are seeing a spike in walking pneumonia cases in parts of Canada, particularly in kids, at a time when respiratory viruses typically circulate.HealthNov 5
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McDonald’s shares slide in wake of fatal E. coli outbreak. What to knowMcDonald's E. coli outbreak has killed one person and at least 10 people have been sent to the hospital, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control said on Tuesday.MoneyOct 23
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Updated flu and COVID-19 vaccines now available for all B.C. residentsHealth Canada has approved updated mRNA vaccines targeting the KP.2 COVID-19 subvariant. These vaccines are approved for use for people six months and older.HealthOct 22
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Mpox vaccines delayed as virus spreads across AfricaOn Tuesday, Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention declared a public health emergency of continental concern for the first time ever.HealthAug 14
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Warmer summers could mean Zika and dengue move into Canada, experts warnZika virus and dengue fever are mostly found in tropical locations, but insect and health experts are warning climate change could bring them to Canada.CanadaSep 25
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Canada echoes U.S. warning over carrots in deadly E. coli outbreakThe CFIA has recalled E. coli-tainted carrots, following a U.S. health warning about the contaminated produce linked to one death and dozens of illnesses.HealthNov 19
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Global measles cases jumped 20% in 2023 due to ‘inadequate’ vaccine useThe world saw a 20 per cent jump in measles cases in 2023, driven by a lack of vaccine coverage in the poorest countries and those riddled by conflict.HealthNov 14
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Organic carrots sold in Canada, U.S. recalled in deadly E.coli outbreakThe FDA and CDC say public health officials are investigating an E. coli outbreak linked to several brands of recalled organic whole-bagged carrots and baby carrots.HealthNov 18
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1st U.S. case of severe mpox strain confirmed in traveller: health officialsHealth officials said Saturday they have confirmed the first U.S. case of a new form of mpox that was first seen in eastern Congo.HealthNov 18
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Hot tubs on cruise ships caused ‘serious pneumonia’ outbreak, CDC warnsThe CDC did not state the names of the cruise ships where the outbreak happened, only that both included European, Caribbean and Mediterranean itineraries.HealthOct 29
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Trump names RFK Jr., anti-vaccine activist, as U.S. health secretaryKennedy ran as an independent presidential candidate but gave Trump his endorsement with a promise to have a role in health policy in the next Trump administration.U.S. NewsNov 14
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RFK Jr. and Trump want fluoride out of water. What does the mineral do?Donald Trump plans to push for the removal of fluoride from United States drinking water on his first day in office if elected, according to Robert F. Kennedy Jr.HealthNov 4
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Possible bird flu infection found in California child, health officials sayCalifornia's public health department reported a possible case of bird flu in a child with mild respiratory symptoms, but said there was no evidence of human-to-human transmission.HealthNov 20
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Weight-loss medication helps mom manage her obesity. Quebec won’t pay for any of itQuebec's health insurance board currently doesn't cover Ozempic and similar weight-loss medication unless they are prescribed for patients who are diagnosed with diabetes.CanadaOct 24
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Bird flu: What we know about Canada’s 1st human case detected in B.C.H5 bird flu is widespread in wild birds worldwide and is causing outbreaks in poultry and U.S. dairy cows, with several recent human cases in U.S. dairy and poultry workers.HealthNov 11
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Mpox cases in Congo’s epicentre may be ‘plateauing’: WHOWHO acknowledged that testing for mpox is still not widespread, making it difficult to understand how exactly the virus is spreading.HealthNov 11
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RFK Jr. may target vaccines in 2nd Trump presidency, raising health fearsA co-chair of Trump's transition team said Kennedy wants access to federal health data so he can show vaccines are unsafe and lead to them being pulled from the market.U.S. NewsOct 31
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5 ways Trump’s presidential win could change U.S. health careDuring the presidential campaign, Trump and Harris highlighted the deep divide between Republican and Democratic views on U.S. health policy.HealthNov 6
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How does E. coli spread at a big chain like McDonald’s?The outbreak of E. coli has left many wondering if their beloved burgers are safe to eat -- including if you're a consumer in Canada.HealthOct 23
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N.S. woman resorts to surgery in U.S. for endometriosis due to Canadian wait timesA N.S. woman says the long wait times for gynaecological services in Canada forced her hand, as her options were limited while her pain persists. She faces a $50K bill in the U.S.HealthOct 15