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COVID-flu shot offers strong immune response in late-stage trial, Moderna saysModerna says it combination vaccine to protect against both COVID-19 and influenza generated a stronger immune response in adults 50 and over when compared to separate shots.HealthJun 10
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Ontario midwives can now administer routine vaccines, prescribe more drugsSylvia Jones announced the expanded scope for midwives, saying it will connect more people to convenient care and reduce the need for referrals to other professionals.HealthMay 3
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COVID-19, Ebola, bird flu: What to know about zoonotic diseasesCOVID-19 and H5N1 bird flu are both zoonotic, meaning they jumped from animals to humans. How did that happen and how can they infect humans?CanadaJun 15
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Alberta’s flu death toll highest in 15 years as vaccine uptake declinesAccording to data from the province's respiratory virus dashboard, 15,215 cases of lab-confirmed influenza cases were recorded this respiratory virus season.HealthApr 29
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Bird flu risks: Are petting zoos, goat yoga and farms safe activities?Summer is nearly here, and with it comes farm visits, petting zoos and even goat yoga. But with bird flu cases on the rise, people may be left wondering if it's safe to get close.HealthJun 14
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First-ever human death of bird flu strain H5N2 confirmed in Mexico: WHOThe World Health Organization (WHO) confirmed on Wednesday the first laboratory-confirmed fatal human case of avian influenza A(H5N2) in Mexico.HealthJun 5
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More Canadians see measles as dangerous compared to COVID, flu: pollAs measles cases continue to rise across the country, an Ipsos poll shows that most Canadians see the disease as dangerous. Fewer said the same for COVID-19 and the flu.HealthMar 27
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Air Canada flight from Toronto to Delhi faces engine issue after takeoffAir Canada says one of its flights from Toronto to Delhi on Monday evening developed an engine issue shortly after takeoff and had to land back at Pearson airport.CanadaMay 28
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Stranded kite surfer rescued after spelling out ‘HELP’ with rocksThe kite surfer was able to capture the attention of a private helicopter pilot.TrendingJun 10
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WestJet announces new Basic fare — called UltraBasicAs of June 4, the Basic fare is being replaced by UltraBasic across domestic and transborder routes. However, it comes with a number of changes and restrictions.TrendingJun 4
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Old bets resolved, new bets wagered as Oilers face Panthers in Stanley Cup FinalsProminent figures from Texas are making good on their playoff bets as the Edmonton Oilers prepare to face the Florida Panthers on Saturday night.SportsJun 8
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U.S. Supreme Court ditches ban on bump stocksBump stocks allow semi-automatic weapons to fire like machine guns. The Trump White House banned them after the Las Vegas shooting but the U.S. Supreme Court ruled against the ban.U.S. NewsJun 14
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In photos: The future of Saskatchewan pilots prepare for the skyAs Canada faces a pilot shortage, many aviation students are getting their start in Saskatchewan at the Regina Flying Club.CanadaJun 2
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‘Got to be even-keel’: Canucks coach lays out playoff Game 3 prioritiesThe Vancouver Canucks' head coach is laying out what he wants to see from his team as they prepare for Game 3 of their playoff series against the Nashville Predators.SportsApr 25
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Australia’s 1st human case of bird flu confirmed in childThe case in Victoria involves an H5N1 virus, but the strain is not the same as those responsible for outbreaks in the United States, Looker said.HealthMay 22
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Alberta Birds of Prey Centre prepares to welcome visitors this May long weekendStaff from the Alberta Birds of Prey Nature Centre were busy on Friday as the facility prepares to welcome visitors over the May long weekend.FeaturesMay 17
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Edmonton air traffic control playfully tries to ‘divert’ Florida Panthers’ flightAir traffic controllers at the Edmonton airport had a bit of good-humoured fun as the Florida Panthers' flight from Fort Lauderdale approached the city.SportsJun 13
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Winnipeg-based drone program helps students ‘soar’ with possibilitiesThe Science Experiential Aerial Research program, otherwise know as "SEAR" has been teaching students over the course of four days learn the "In's and out's" on drones.TechJun 6
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Vancouver Canucks superfan attends every game during playoffs. Yes, every oneA young Vancouver Canucks fan is taking the title of superfan. Nimarpreet Maheru has attended every Canucks game this playoff run — even the away games.SportsMay 20
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Bird found dead in Peterborough region tests positive for West Nile virusThe health unit says in 2023, no mosquitoes found tested positive for West Nile virus, however, there were confirmed human cases of the virus in Ontario.HealthMay 30