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Health Matters: China froze COVID-19 origin tracing, AP investigation findsAn Associated Press investigation has found that the Chinese government froze meaningful efforts to trace the origins of the coronavirus pandemic. That’s despite publicly declaring to the world that it supported an open scientific inquiry. Katherine Ward has this story and more in Health Matters for April 22, 2024.Health MattersApr 22
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Why switching to a plant-based diet could pose a risk for your heartDr. Iris Gorfinkel joins us with the latest health updates. Learn why vegan alternatives might not always be the healthier choice according to new research. Plus, find out about Moderna’s breakthrough with a combined COVID and flu vaccine, and the risks associated with discontinuing antidepressant use. Also, we delve into the Zyn nicotine pouch recall...The Morning ShowJun 14
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Selwyn Township firefighters host community pancake breakfastFirefighters in Selwyn Township were busy feeding the community on Sunday with a pancake breakfast that’s run for more than 30 years. The event was back after a five-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It raises money for the Selwyn Firefighters Association, supporting equipment and bereavement support along with community causes such as Swim...May 27
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Closing arguments heard in trial for 3 men charged in Coutts border blockadeJurors heard closing arguments Tuesday in the trial for three men charged in the Coutts border blockade. The Crown says it was a political protest over COVID-19 restrictions and told the jury they don’t have to determine the accused were key participants to find them guilty. Defence lawyers have questioned whether anyone was really in...Apr 16
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New study finds rare COVID-19 vaccine side effectsTwo new, but exceptionally rare COVID-19 vaccine side effects, have been found in the largest vaccine safety study ever recorded. Researchers found an uncommon link between recipients of the vaccine and a neurological disorder caused by swelling in the brain and spinal cord. Still, researchers say the benefits of receiving a COVID-19 vaccine far outweigh...Health MattersFeb 23
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Global Okanagan News at 5: March 22, 2024Code Grey declared at Penticton Regional Hospital, the man confronted by an anti-Covid lockdown activist reacts to his not guilty verdict, and West Kelowna gets the go-ahead from taxpayers to borrow money for a new fire hall.Mar 22
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Schools were not major COVID-19 transmitters with measures in place, review findsMcMaster University researchers have found that keeping kids in school during the pandemic with proper infection prevention and control measures does not result in greater transmission of the COVID-19 virus. Caryn Lieberman reports.Global News at 5:30 TorontoFeb 16
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Canadian study finds COVID measures were effective in reducing cases, hospitalizations, mortality rateA study out of Montreal aimed at countering online misinformation has revealed that government-imposed health measures taken in connection with the spread of COVID-19 helped reduce cases, minimize hospitalizations and save lives. As Elizabeth Zogalis reports, the research used stats from around the world during the first wave of the pandemic in 2020.Jan 21
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Global National: Feb. 12Ryan Howard Manoakeesick, a 29-year-old from Carman, Man., has been charged with five counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of his common-law partner, the couple’s three young children, and her teenage niece. What police are saying about this case of deadly domestic abuse, how neighbours are reacting, and Premier Wab Kinew’s message to the...Global NationalFeb 12
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Global National: Feb. 8BCE Inc. has made another sweeping round of layoffs at Bell Media, eliminating about 4,800 jobs and multiple CTV News programs, while also selling off 45 regional radio stations. How Bell is justifying the decision, the harsh criticism it’s facing, and the fears for Canadian journalism. Federal politicians and police officers gathered in Ottawa for...Global NationalFeb 8
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Focus BC: Lisa Lapointe reflects on time as chief coroner, Ellis Ross leaving provincial politicsShe has been on the front line of some of the province’s toughest times: the ongoing toxic drug crisis, the 2021 heat dome and the COVID-19 pandemic. And now, B.C.’s chief coroner is retiring. In the Friday, Jan. 26, 2024, edition of Focus BC, host Richard Zussman speaks with Lisa Lapointe about lessons learned from...BC1Jan 26
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Report finds female hotel workers continue to bear the brunt of pandemic cutsA new report finds that while the hotel industry has recovered financially from the COVID-19 pandemic, some female hotel workers who were laid off are still weathering the storm. We explore the reasons why with Alice Mũrage, SFU researcher and lead author of ‘A Paradox in COVID-19 Recovery’.LifestyleJan 25
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Summer of strikes stretches into fall, potentially winter in Manitoba“It’s ticked up from 2020, 2021, when COVID was in full force. During that time, a lot of labour unions might have held their fire.” Asper School of Business professor Sean MacDonald talks about a busy few seasons of strikes, and whether an NDP provincial government will have an impact.Dec 5, 2023
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Virtual care clinics did little to ease crowded ERs during COVID-19 pandemic, study findsHealth officials turned to virtual care during the COVID-19 pandemic to ease the burden on crowded emergency rooms. But as Katherine Ward reports, a study published Monday by the Canadian Medical Association Journal found it did not help as much as was hoped.HealthNov 6, 2023
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No shortage of children’s pain medicine this year, industry insiders sayAccording to industry insiders, parents should have no trouble finding medicine for their kids this cold and flu season with shelves fully stocked. This is a stark contrast from last year’s major supply issues during what was dubbed a ‘tripledemic’ between COVID-19, RSV and the flu.HealthNov 10, 2023
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COVID-19 IPSOS booster pollThe 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 BCNov 1, 2023
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Vaccinating kids | Dangerous fallsDo kids naturally have a stronger immunity to COVID infection compared to adults? And how a simple slip and fall can land you in the ER. Dr. Mitch Shulman joins Global’s Laura Casella with some surprising findings.Global News Morning MontrealOct 18, 2023
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Teen eating disorder rates increased ‘significantly’ during COVID-19 pandemic, study findsThe number of children and teenagers who needed hospital care due to an eating disorder increased “significantly” during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to new research. Katherine Ward takes a closer look at the worrying trend.HealthOct 4, 2023
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Global News at 5:30 Toronto: Oct. 2, 2023Summer temps staying strong here in the GTA – but for how much longer? COVID-19 is making a comeback as the Fall season begins – what you need to know about vaccinations and masking. And, The City of Toronto looking to increase parking lot fines – we’ll tell you why.Global News at 5:30 TorontoOct 2, 2023
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Lethbridge College enrolment at pre-pandemic levelsPost-secondary institutions are getting their enrolment numbers finalized and it looks like Lethbridge College’s student body is returning to pre-COVID-19-pandemic levels. As Erik Bay tells us, overall enrolment is in line with 2019 figures, with some demographics up by a wide margin year-over-year.Oct 2, 2023