As flu season fades, spring and summer viruses emerge. What are they?
As Canadians bid farewell to the aches and chills of the respiratory virus season a new question looms: what other microbial menaces will appear as days grow warmer?
Health
May 1
Norovirus cases spiking in U.S. What about Canada?
Flu season may be winding down, but health officials are noting a rise of norovirus in Canada, the nasty stomach bug that can cause severe gastrointestinal symptoms.
Health
Mar 28
Alberta’s flu death toll highest in 15 years as vaccine uptake declines
According to data from the province's respiratory virus dashboard, 15,215 cases of lab-confirmed influenza cases were recorded this respiratory virus season.
Health
Apr 29
Bird flu risks: What to know as the ‘versatile’ virus continues to spread
As the avian flu, also known as bird flu, continues to spread across the globe, concerns persist regarding its potential risks to human health.
Health
Apr 2
Kids across Canada dealing with respiratory illnesses at pre-pandemic rates: CIHI report
The report says in 2022, there were 33 kids under four who were hospitalized with the seasonal flu -- but that number jumped a whopping 7,000 per cent, to almost 2,500 in 2023.
Health
Feb 22
De Los Santos run the difference in Jays’ 3-2 win
Rafael Lantigua's seventh-inning sacrifice fly brought home Luis De Los Santos with the go-ahead run in the Toronto Blue Jays' 3-2 pre-season victory over the Tampa Bay Rays on Wednesday.
Sports
Feb 28
N.S. couple dies from strep A just hours apart. Their family is speaking out
Two sisters from Nova Scotia are warning the public about an invasive form of strep after their mother and step-father died from the disease on the same day earlier this year.
Health
Apr 6
Deadly bird flu strain spreads in South America. What’s the risk to humans?
The H5N1 bird flu virus has spread more aggressively than in wild birds and marine mammals since arriving in South America in 2022, scientists warn.
Health
Mar 13
B.C. Conservatives dump controversial doctor candidate hours after announcing him
Stephen Malthouse's licence to practise medicine in B.C. has been suspended since March 2022, amid an investigation launched after complaints from other doctors.
Politics
Mar 28
Calgary doctors say lack of access to primary care may be behind low flu vaccination in Alberta
Calgary doctors say lack of access to primary care may be contribution to low flu vaccination rates in Alberta this season.
Health
Feb 2
Rogers Centre renovations changed how it plays
Daulton Varsho loves to go all out when tracking down a fly ball but the new smaller foul areas at Rogers Centre have him being a little more cautious.
Sports
May 2
B.C. helicopter company heads to Alberta for nighttime wildfire training
The new contract with the Alberta government runs for the next five years, and crews will be hitting the sky on Sunday and headed to Alberta, with training beginning on Monday.
Fire
Apr 28
Jets, Avs goalies reset after wild Winnipeg win in series opener
Jets goalie Connor Hellebuyck didn’t have much time to relax in the first game of the Western Conference best-of-seven series after facing 46 shots.
Sports
Apr 22
Ohtani visits Toronto with Dodgers for first time since free agency madness
Shohei Ohtani will play his first game in Toronto on Friday since opting to sign with the Los Angeles Dodgers instead of the Blue Jays.
Sports
Apr 26
Ontario faces crew shortages, aircraft issues in fight against wildfires
As Ontario's forest fire season gets underway, Global News can reveal that one in five crews are unstaffed across the north. The program also faces issues with its aircraft.
Fire
Apr 28
Unique simulator helping B.C. aerial firefighting crews prepare for tough summer
Housed at the Abbotsford International Airport is a specialized simulator for wildfire pilots, the only one of its type in the world.
Fire
Apr 26
Fundraiser started for B.C. cyclist who contracted flesh-eating disease
Ryan Busto, 41, is in critical condition and a medically induced coma after contracting Necrotizing Fasciitis from a “saddle sore” during a cycling trip in California.
Health
Mar 17
McDavid says Oilers’ locker-room ‘feels like it’s in a good place’ ahead of Game 1 vs. Kings
Connor McDavid spoke to reporters on Monday about the atmosphere he's seen in the Oilers' locker-room ever since the regular season ended.
Sports
Apr 22
Second straight 3-1 win by London Knights, up 2-0 in Western Conference Championship
The London Knights set a new franchise record with their tenth straight victory to start the post-season as they defeated Saginaw 3-1.
Sports
Apr 28
Former Lethbridge Collegiate Institute student drafted into NFL
Tanner McLachlan played for the LCI Rams during his high school career, but he hopes to soon be playing in Ohio for the Cincinnati Bengals.
Sports
May 2
