Trudeau comments on episode of Canadian news series banned in India
India has recently blocked an episode of CBC’s ‘The Fifth Estate’ on YouTube about the June 2023 killing of B.C. Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Asked about India’s request to block the episode, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said on Thursday that while every country has different approaches to freedom of expression, he believes people should...
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Mar 14
B.C. experiencing higher levels of strep A infections
B.C. health officials warn about unusually high number of strep A infections in children. Legislative bureau chief Keith Baldrey has more on the BC CDC’s investigation of four deaths tied to this illness in the last month.
Global News at Noon BC
Jan 18
Health Matters: Higher levels of group A streptococcal levels in children
A new bulletin from the BC CDC shows there are higher levels of invasive group A streptococcal infections among children right now. Global BC Medical Contributor Dr. Birinder Narang talks about how it can translate into strep throat and what parents should be looking for.
Health Matters
Dec 23, 2023
Concern over CDC’s safer drug use videos
There is concern over a series of videos posted on YouTube by the BC Centre for Disease Control on how to safely use illicit drugs. Paul Johnson reports.
Global News Hour at 6 BC
Nov 2, 2023
BC CDC warns of spike in cyclospora infections
The BC Centre for Disease Control says this province is experiencing a spike in cyclospora infections. And as Julie Nolin reports, it’s warning people to be careful when travelling and at home in their kitchen.
Global News Hour at 6 BC
Aug 4, 2023
Heat warning impacts
B.C. is looking at a prolonged stretch of hot temperatures, and that puts vulnerable people at risk. Sarah Henderson, a scientific director of environmental health services at the BC CDC, talks about what symptoms to watch for and how important it is to stay hydrated and cool.
Global News Morning BC
Aug 12, 2023
New recommendations for hepatitis B
Global BC Medical Contributor Dr. Birinder Narang looks at the new recommendations released by the U.S. CDC, what it means for Canadians, and the importance of vaccinations, especially for younger children.
Global News Morning BC
Mar 11, 2023
White House to prioritize boosters, testing for Omicron BA.5 subvariant
The White House said on Tuesday it will ensure Americans continue to have easy access to COVID-19 vaccines, treatments and testing to contain the fast-spreading Omicron BA.5 subvariant as Dr. Antony Fauci explained there are indications the subvariant might be better at escaping immunity, including from prior infections. The BA.5 and BA.4 subvariants together accounted...
Jul 12, 2022
BC CDC apologizing for poor communication and confusion
Confusion and frustration in this province Thursday after the BC CDC quietly changed the guidelines for COVID-19 isolation and testing last night – with no communication. Richard Zussman has more on the changes and what the BC Centre for Disease Control is saying about their approach today.
Global News Hour at 6 BC
Jan 20, 2022
Confusion around long-term care visitor guidelines
The rules around visiting loved ones in long-term care have lifted. According to the BC CDC website, social visits have resumed and all visitors are allowed if they follow the guidelines. As Richard Zussman explains – some facilities are still having to limit visitors due to staffing shortages.
Global News Hour at 6 BC
May 11, 2022
CBC broadcaster among those set to be inducted into B.C. Sports Hall of Fame
Jay Janower speaks with broadcaster Karin Larsen about her upcoming induction into the B.C. Sports Hall of Fame and how she got there.
Global News Morning BC
May 29, 2022
B.C. health officials ask for feedback on COVID-19 experiences through a survey
Provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry unveils a new survey on the BC CDC website asking the public about their experiences during the coronavirus pandemic. The online survey will seek to gather information for research and advice to use technology in the battle against COVID-19.
May 12, 2020
BC CDC adjusts isolation requirements for close contacts
The B.C. Centre of Disease Control has quietly changed its protocols for close contacts of COVID-19 cases. Now you no longer has to isolate even if you’re a close contact of someone who tested positive regardless of your vaccination status. Andrea Macpherson has more.
Global News at Noon BC
Jan 20, 2022
B.C. education minister says the start of schools to be pushed back
Education Minister Rob Fleming says officials are consulting with a steering committee on the start of the K-12 school year. Fleming says staff, teachers and administrators will get together and consult with the BC CDC before students are welcomed back to class.
Education
Aug 11, 2020
CDC warning about enterovirus and young children
The BC Centre for Disease Control is warning parents of the return of enterovirus, with potentially serious symptoms for young children. Today’s Global News Hour at 6 Health Matters is brought to you by Pharmasave.
Global News Hour at 6 BC
Sep 15, 2016
BDC young entrepreneur award contest
Thu, Feb 12 – If you are, or know, a young entrepreneur, the BDC wants to help you grow your business with its young entrepreneur award contest.
Young Entrepreneurs
Feb 12, 2015
BC CDC adjusts isolation requirements for close contacts
The changes were announced quietly Wednesday evening. Dr. Brian Conway breaks down what you need to know.
Global News Morning BC
Jan 20, 2022
CDC confirms Zika virus found in 2 Brazilian newborns
Wed, Feb 10: Today’s News Hour on Global BC Health Matters is brought to you by Pharmasave.
Health Matters
Feb 11, 2016
U.S. CDC recommends circumcision
Tue, Dec 2 – Today’s News Hour on Global BC Health Headlines brought to you by Pharmasave.
Health
Dec 2, 2014
Can Jian Ghomeshi’s image recover after his acquittal?
Fri, Mar 25: After being acquitted on all counts at his sex assault trial, can former CBC Radio star Jian Ghomeshi’s reputation recover? Is it even possible? Public relations specialist Laura Ballance explores the topic with Global BC’s Sonia Deol.
Canada
Mar 25, 2016