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STARS lottery kicks off to help keep Sask. flight paramedics ‘in the air’On Tuesday, STARS chief medical officer Dr. John Froh said, “Support from Saskatchewan people directly helps to keep our helicopters in the air, training our staff to the level they should be trained at and providing that 24/7, 365 day-a-year service.”May 28
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Shared Health appoints Manitoba’s first provincial chief medical officerDr. Jose Francois has been named Manitoba’s first provincial chief medical officer, Shared Health announced on Tuesday.Mar 12
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Global National: April 24Editor’s note: There is a typo in the name ‘Chief Stan Bird.’ We regret the error. Israel’s army says it is now fully prepared to launch a ground operation into Rafah, the only city in the Gaza Strip that Israel has not yet raided. With ongoing famine and increasing heat, just trying to survive in...Global NationalApr 24
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‘Alarming increase’ of syphilis cases in Canada: top doctorDr. Theresa Tam, chief public health officer at the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC), warned in a Wednesday media release that Canada is experiencing “an alarming increase in syphilis cases.” Kyle Benning has the details.CanadaFeb 14
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Calls to hear from the Alberta’s top doctor as hospital wait times balloonAs capacity issues and long emergency wait times plague Alberta patients, there are calls to hear more from the chief medical officer of health Mark Joffe, who has rarely spoken publicly since coming into the role. A doctor who formerly held the top job says this is the time when Albertans should be hearing from...Global News Hour at 6 EdmontonDec 11, 2023
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N.S. health officials keeping close eye on deadly drug mixtures after rise in overdosesHealth experts in Nova Scotia are issuing a new warning about dangerous drugs in the province. Officials say they’re keeping a close eye on cocaine-related deaths, amid a growing number of opioid overdoses. As Vanessa Wright reports, Nova Scotia’s chief medical examiner is worried about deadly mixtures of different drugs.Global News at 6 HalifaxNov 17, 2023
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Alberta politicians could have final say in public health emergency if bill passesA former chief medical officer of health has strong words for one of the provincial government’s latest pieces of legislation. The bill would see key public health decisions left in the hands of politicians. Sarah Komadina reports.Global News Hour at 6 EdmontonNov 3, 2023
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N.B. outgoing top doctor faces tough questions at legislative committee meetingNew Brunswick’s outgoing chief medical officer of health, Dr. Jennifer Russell, faced tough questions from a legislative committee about her role in the province’s pandemic response. Dr. Russell insists that there was no political pressure on her, but she did acknowledge that her role was limited to offering advice. Silas Brown reports.Global News at 6 New BrunswickNov 2, 2023
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N.B. MLAs have spots revoked from public accounts committeeTwo government MLAs who recently levied difficult questions during meetings of the public accounts committee had their spots taken away, just days before chief medical officer of health Dr. Jennifer Russell is due to appear. According to both opposition parties, the move appears to be an attempt to limit the effectiveness of the committee. Silas...Global News at 6 New BrunswickOct 31, 2023
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CASA: Alberta Cycle Tour back to raise funds for mental healthEach year, dozens of dedicated cyclists hit the Alberta highways to raise funds and support for CASA Mental Health. Nadine Samycia, CASA’s Chief Donor Love Officer, and Chad Stewart, a cyclist, organizer and owner of Concrete Blonde Hair and Body, joined us on Global News Morning Edmonton to talk more about the event.Global News Morning EdmontonNov 2, 2023
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Israel-Gaza: Toronto Police prepare for large-scale demonstrations with increased presence, focus on hate crimesOn Friday, Deputy Chief Loren Pogue from the Community Safety Command addressed the public regarding the large-scale demonstrations expected to take place during the upcoming weekend in Toronto. She said officers from the dedicated hate crime unit will be deployed on the ground to gather evidence and investigate any suspected hate crimes, hate speech or...CanadaOct 27, 2023
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COVID-19: Nova Scotia’s top doctor outlines fall vaccine planNova Scotia’s chief medical officer of health Dr. Robert Strang outlined the province’s COVID-19 vaccine plan for the fall season on Tuesday. When booking appointments for boosters, Strang said that “these are not like Taylor Swift tickets” and there will be plenty available for all who want one.HealthOct 3, 2023
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Calgary E. coli outbreak: 4 children remain in hospital, 351 confirmed casesAlberta chief medical officer of health Dr. Mark Joffe said on Wednesday that there are currently 351 lab-confirmed cases of E. coli connected to the Calgary daycare outbreak from earlier this month. He added four children remain in hospital, and case numbers are beginning to plateau. Most of the children have been cleared to return...HealthSep 27, 2023
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Chief medical officer calls E. coli outbreak Alberta’s ‘largest’ ever, details Calgary kitchen investigationAddressing the recent E. coli outbreak in Calgary, Alberta’s chief medical health officer Dr. Mark Joffe revealed that three critical health violations — including pest control issues — were found in a centralized kitchen used by several local daycares that resulted in the infection of more than 250 people.CanadaSep 12, 2023
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Critical health violations found at Calgary kitchen serving daycares in E. coli outbreakHealth inspectors have uncovered three critical violations at a kitchen shared by multiple Calgary daycares linked to an E. coli outbreak, the Alberta government confirms. Sarah Offin looks at the findings, how parents are reacting, and what Dr. Mark Joffe, Alberta’s chief medical officer of health, said for the first time since the outbreak.Global NationalSep 12, 2023
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Critical violations found at central kitchen at centre of Calgary E. coli outbreakAlberta’s chief medical officer of health confirmed three critical violations were discovered at a central kitchen supplying food to daycares linked to the recent E. coli outbreak. Linda Olsen reports.Danielle SmithSep 12, 2023
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Global National: Sep. 12Torrential rainfall from Storm Daniel has burst two dams in Libya, triggering catastrophic flooding that’s killed at least 5,000 people. At least another 10,000 are missing. The mass destruction, the painstaking task ahead for recovery crews, and what’s proving to be an obstacle in aid efforts. Hope is fading for rescuers in Morocco to find...Global NationalSep 12, 2023
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Canada at the ‘beginning’ of its fall respiratory season: TamSpeaking at a media availability on Tuesday, Canada’s chief public officer of health Dr. Theresa Tam said that the country is at the “beginning” of its fall respiratory season and that it “isn’t too late” to get the updated Moderna COVID-19 vaccine, which was just approved by Health Canada. She also said that the updated...HealthSep 12, 2023
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Ruling finds Alberta politicians making final pandemic decisions instead of CMOH violated Health ActAn Alberta judge has found cabinet and government committees making final decisions about orders during the COVID-19 pandemic, instead of Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Deena Hinshaw, violated the Public Health Act. Sarah Reid reports.Danielle SmithAug 1, 2023
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Anti-gang campaign targets recruitment, raises awareness of resources for at-risk-youth‘The Link: Youth and Family Supports’ unveiled a social media campaign to raise awareness about the consequences of gang involvement on Wednesday. The Link’s chief executive officer Kerri Irvin-Ross said supporting responsive counselling is essential for creating security and belonging for at-risk youth.Jul 26, 2023