With respiratory illness season here, Manitoba experts say ‘get that booster shot’
It’s the season of coughs, sniffles and aches, but it’s not just the flu. A bump in COVID numbers and lowered immunity have experts reminding Manitobans to get vaccinated.
Nov 15, 2023
40% of Canadians don’t plan to get updated COVID-19 booster shot: poll
According to an Ipsos poll conducted exclusively for Global News, 40 per cent of Canadians don’t plan to get an updated COVID-19 booster shot this fall. 23 per cent of those were concerned about the safety of the shot.
Canada
Nov 1, 2023
Halloween health check with Dr. Isaac Bogoch
Dr. Isaac Bogoch provides a timely Halloween COVID update, sharing tips on safe trick-or-treating and addresses concerns about post-party health impacts. He also discusses the new H-V-1 variant, booster shot statistics, and insights into the fall COVID and flu season.
The Morning Show
Oct 30, 2023
COVID-19 IPSOS booster poll
The latest COVID-19 booster campaigns are underway, but how likely are people to go out and get their shots? Sean Simpson from IPSOS discusses the findings from their latest poll.
Global News Morning BC
Nov 1, 2023
Lethbridge pharmacy faces challenge in initial vaccine rollouts
From influenza to COVID boosters and RSV shots, one Lethbridge pharmacy says they’ve run into a few challenges in the first two weeks of the vaccine campaign. Sarah Jones reports.
Oct 31, 2023
COVID checkup and the fall wave
Dr. Isaac Bogoch joins TMS for an update on the COVID situation in Canada. He also discusses accessibility issues surrounding rapid tests, and when the general public can expect to get their fall booster shots.
The Morning Show
Oct 3, 2023
Will B.C.’s short-term rental restrictions mean less travel opportunities?
While B.C.’s new legislation on short-term rentals is meant to bolster long-term housing, some are concerned few vacation rentals will mean higher price tags for hotels. Richard Zussman reports.
Global News Hour at 6 BC
Oct 17, 2023
COVID boosters in Saskatchewan
As fall rolls around, the Saskatchewan Ministry of health is expecting an increase in COVID activity. The government recently announcing a new booster shot is available.
Global News at 5 Saskatoon
Sep 27, 2023
Health Matters: NACI recommends getting a fall COVID booster shot
The National Advisory Committee on Immunization is recommending Canadians get another COVID-19 vaccine booster shot this fall. Global News Morning speaks with Infectious Diseases Specialist Dr. Isaac Bogoch about the recommendation.
Global News Morning BC
Jul 13, 2023
Canadians urged to get COVID-19 booster this fall
NACI is recommending Canadians get another booster if it’s been at least six months since their last shot or COVID-19 infection. It comes as health officials prepare for a potentially difficult respiratory illness season. Richard Zussman reports.
Global News Hour at 6 BC
Jul 12, 2023
Serbia sees 2nd mass shooting in 2 days after suspect opens fire from car, killing at least 8
Police in Serbia arrested a suspect in the country’s second mass shooting in two days on Friday that left at least eight people dead and 14 injured. In response to the shootings, President Aleksandar Vučić proposed multiple measures to improve gun control and bolster security.
World
May 5, 2023
WHO changes guidelines for COVID booster shots
Dr. Isaac Bogoch joins us for a check-up on the latest health headlines, including the new Omicron subvariant that’s been dubbed ‘the one to watch’ and the new WHO guidance on booster shots.
The Morning Show
Apr 3, 2023
The Morning Show: April 3
On today’s episode of The Morning Show: We find out why the World Health Organization has changed its guidance on booster shots. Plus, it’s an Easter edition of TMS TikTok or Not? Then, Aaron O’Bryan shows us how to cut our own bangs. And, on this week’s edition of Parenting Playbook: we look at the...
The Morning Show
Apr 3, 2023
Alberta changing COVID-19 recommendations, offering more booster shots & Alberta couple’s ‘miracle’ baby
Health Matters March 23: Alberta Health has released new guidelines related to testing, isolation and vaccinating for COVID-19. And Alberta couple Linda Hoang and Mike Brown, who struggled with infertility for nearly 10 years, finally has a sweet surprise — their so-called ‘miracle’ baby Benjimin. Su-Ling Goh reports.
Global News Hour at 6 Edmonton
Mar 23, 2023
COVID-19 booster shot guidance & Ottawa stops sending rapid tests to provinces
Health Matters March 2: If you’ve had a booster dose of bivalent COVID-19 vaccine, you may not need another— at least for now, according to Alberta Health. And Ottawa has stopped shipping COVID-19 rapid antigen tests to provinces, as interest in the tool wanes. Su-Ling Goh and Katherine Ward report.
Global News Hour at 6 Edmonton
Mar 2, 2023
Global Okanagan News at 5: March 15, 2023
The Federal government is providing money to municipalities to bolster initiatives to combat gun violence, RCMP are investigating after several wild horses were shot near Kamloops, and the Kelowna International Airport is preparing for a busy spring break.
Mar 15, 2023
Global News Peterborough Update 4: Feb. 10, 2023
The health unit recommends keeping your booster shots up to date; the top Canadian women hockey players face off at the Peterborough Memorial Centre; sports betting is on the rise; Caley Bedore’s Skytracker weather. Keri Ferguson has the details.
Health
Feb 10, 2023
Global News Peterborough Update 3: Feb. 10, 2023
The health unit recommends keeping your booster shots up to date; the top Canadian women hockey players face off at the Peterborough Memorial Centre; sports betting is on the rise; Caley Bedore’s Skytracker weather. Keri Ferguson has the details.
Health
Feb 10, 2023
Global News Peterborough Update 2: Feb. 10, 2023
The health unit recommends keeping your booster shots up to date; the top Canadian women hockey players face off at the Peterborough Memorial Centre; sports betting is on the rise; Skytracker weather. Teresa Kaszuba has the details.
Health
Feb 10, 2023
Global News Peterborough Update 1: Feb. 10, 2023
A space of consolation and support is open for local residents in the wake of the earthquake that shook Syria and Turkey; the health unit recommends keeping your booster shots up to date; watershed safety statement issued by Kawartha Conservation; Skytracker weather. Teresa Kaszuba has the details.
Health
Feb 10, 2023