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Health Matters: 5 bird flu cases identified on Colorado poultry farmFive cases of bird flu have been identified among workers at a poultry farm in northeast Colorado. All are believed to have caught the virus through direct contact with infected birds. Nivrita Ganguly has this story and more in Health Matters for July 15, 2024.Health MattersJul 15
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Health Matters: Fourth U.S. dairy worker contracts bird fluA fourth farm worker in the U.S. has been infected with bird flu in the growing outbreak linked to dairy cows. Health officials say the man had direct contact with infected dairy cows on a northeast Colorado farm. Katherine Ward has this story and more in Health Matters for July 4, 2024.Health MattersJul 4
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Health Matters: U.S. to pay Moderna $176M to develop bird flu vaccineThe U.S. government will pay vaccine maker Moderna $176 million dollars to accelerate development of a vaccine that could be used to prevent bird flu in people. The new funds are for continued development, including a late-stage trial next year if those early study results are positive. Katherine Ward has this story and more in...Health MattersJul 3
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Infectious disease physicians issue bird flu guidance for CanadaA small number of bird flu cases in humans have been reported around the world. Now Canadian infectious disease experts are weighing in on what we know, and what doctors should keep an eye out for. Health reporter Katherine Ward has the details.HealthJun 12
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1st human death due to bird flu confirmed in MexicoWe speak with Dr. Iris Gorfinkel about the first human death linked to bird flu and urgent warnings about heat waves. She also discusses new guidelines on vitamin D and explores the trending topic of “Ozempic” babies.The Morning ShowJun 7
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Health Matters: Man in Mexico dies of H5N2 bird flu strainHealth authorities say a man in Mexico has died from a type of bird flu called H5N2 that has never before been found in a human. The World Health Organization says Mexican health officials confirmed the April death, but don’t know how the man became infected. Katherine Ward has this story and more in Health...Health MattersJun 6
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Canadian Medical Association talks doctor shortage, breast cancer screening and bird fluPresident of the CMA, Dr. Kathleen Ross, says there is a huge divide between the availability of health care between urban and rural areas in Canada with an increasing rate of doctors in rural areas leaving the profession.HealthJun 2
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Health Matters: 3rd case of bird flu confirmed in U.S.Another case of bird flu has been confirmed in a farm worker in the U.S., which health officials say marks the third human case associated with an outbreak in U.S. dairy cows. Katherine Ward has this story and more in Health Matters for May 31, 2024.Health MattersMay 31
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Canada is testing retail milk for bird fluCanada is testing retail milk for signs of bird flu to see if any dairy cattle are infected. Infectious disease specialist Dr. Isaac Bogoch talks about the risks to humans and what that would mean for the industry.ConsumerMay 21
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How can you prepare against bird flu as 3rd case confirmed in U.S.?A third case of bird flu has been diagnosed in a person in the U.S., and officials say the infection is connected to dairy cattle south of the border. Health reporter Katherine Ward has more on what experts think we could be doing to prepare for the future and what this virus could do.May 31
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Australia, U.S. report second bird flu cases in humansBoth Australia and the United States are reporting their second cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza in humans. Joe Scarpelli has this story and more in Health Matters for May 23, 2024.Health MattersMay 23
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Avian flu: U.S. sees sales of raw milk jump amid outbreak, but what are the risks?Amid an ongoing outbreak of avian flu among U.S. dairy cattle, recent data shows there has been an increase in the sales of raw milk. Global’s Sean Previl explains why raw or unpasteurized milk is still a risky product to consume and why it’s not just avian flu that poses a problem.CanadaMay 18
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Manitoba flu numbersThe number of flu cases reported in Manitoba this year is up from a year ago, while the number of Manitobans getting their flu shots is down.Apr 30
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This is BC: Martin Mars flying into aviation historyThe final flight for the Hawaii Martin Mars Water Bomber will be not the British Columbia Aviation Museum in North Saanich. The legendary water bomber is on fo the final two in existence. And as Jay Durant reports on This is BC, a legendary fixture in the province.Global News Hour at 6 BCJul 9
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What risk do zoonotic diseases pose?Bird flu continues to spread around the world. So far only a small number of people have been infected, and most through animal contact. Scientists still worry it could spread further. It’s not the first time an infection moved from animals to humans. Global’s Nathaniel Dove explores what’s possible and what risks a bigger leap...Jun 15
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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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Air conditioners, fans flying off shelves as Albertans try to stay cool during heatwaveTemperatures across Alberta are in the mid-30s and that’s sent demand for relief soaring. From swift AC and fan sales to seeking our air conditioned spaces, and soaring electricity usage leading to grid alerts, Lisa MacGregor explains how people are trying to cool down.Global News Hour at 6 EdmontonJul 9
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WHO says Bird flu risk to humans an ‘enormous concern,’ but what should you know?As the H5N1 bird flu continues to spread globally among different mammals, the World Health Organization’s chief scientist, Jeremy Farrar, is warning that the risk to humans remains an “enormous concern.” As Global’s Sean Previl reports, at this time there is a very low risk for humans and no need to change their day-to-day activities,...CanadaApr 18
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Producers take precautions as dairy bird flu migrates closer to CanadaAs the birds continue to fly north, concerns are growing over the spread of dairy bird flu. Avian influenza has spread to cattle in several US states — including along the Canadian border — and even transferring to one human in Texas. As Sarah Offin reports — that has producers here in Alberta on high...Global News Hour at 6 CalgaryApr 15
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Calgary driver terrified when parts fly off truck on Stoney Trail, pierce his windshieldA Calgary driver says he was terrified when parts flew off a truck on Stoney Trail and pierced his windshield. The man says it happened Friday afternoon and he’s thankful no one was killed. Doug Vaessen reports.Jun 17