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Canada approves Moderna’s RSV vaccine, first of its kind for older adultsHealth Canada has approved the vaccine, mRESVIA, for the prevention of lower respiratory tract disease in older adults, the company said.HealthNov 8
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Alleged serial killer ordered to undergo mental health assessment in OntarioThe defence says it has "some fitness concerns" but has been instructed by its client, Sabrina Kauldhar, to oppose such an assessment.CrimeOct 17
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Updated flu and COVID-19 vaccines now available for all B.C. residentsHealth Canada has approved updated mRNA vaccines targeting the KP.2 COVID-19 subvariant. These vaccines are approved for use for people six months and older.HealthOct 22
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Alberta family grieves loved one who died at a Calgary shelterDying on the street or in a shelter is unfortunately not uncommon for those living rough, suffering from addictions and other health issues.CanadaNov 22
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Canada won’t be ordering Novavax’s updated COVID-19 vaccine, cites low demandThe Public Health Agency of Canada says a very small portion of the doses ordered in 2023 were used and that its decision reflects efforts to limit vaccine wastage.CanadaOct 1
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After controversial directive, Quebec now says anglophones have right to English health servicesIt is meant to replace an older directive, published in July, that raised concerns the government was limiting access to health care in languages other than French.PoliticsSep 23
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B.C. man says he received raw chicken burgers in KFC deliveryA food safety expert with UBC said the alleged incident is very serious as undercooked chicken can contain salmonella, e-coli and a host of other micro-organisms.HealthNov 18
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Israeli army orders Gaza City suburb evacuated, 10 killed by IDF strikesThe Israeli military told Palestinians in a Gaza City suburb to evacuate ahead of more airstrikes targeting militants. IDF strikes killed 10 people, the Gaza health ministry says.WorldNov 24
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University of Calgary physician assistant program aims to reduce strain on Alberta health systemIn order to qualify for the two-year program, applicants must already have a four-year undergraduate degree and a history of working in health care.HealthSep 12
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Ontario expanding nurse practitioners’ scope of practiceHealth Minister Sylvia Jones says the changes will improve access to care for people across Ontario, especially in Indigenous, rural, northern and remote communities.HealthNov 28
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Trump taps Dr. Oz to lead U.S. health insurance programs in next cabinetTrump nominated Oz as administrator for the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and Howard Lutnick as his next U.S. commerce secretary, who would oversee tariff policy.U.S. NewsNov 19
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The FDA wants these cold medicines off the shelves. Should Canada follow?The FDA has proposed removing phenylephrine, a common ingredient in decongestants, due to its ineffectiveness, which may prompt Canada to review its approval of the drug.HealthNov 14
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Quebec forces optometrists to stay in public system with ministerial orderThe move come as optometrists had threatened to pull out of the public program on Nov. 22 over stalled negotiations with the Quebec government.HealthNov 20
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How a Republican in Canada views Trump: ‘Not asking for anything crazy’Georganne Burke, a prominent conservative political advisor in the U.S. and Canada, says the Trump administration will be pushing Canada on border security and defence.PoliticsNov 17
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New Brunswick Liberals promise rent cap, tax cuts in first 100 days in officeA rent cap, tax cuts, and payments to nurses are among the election promises the New Brunswick Liberals say they will fulfil in their first 100 days in office.PoliticsNov 19
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Pat King found guilty of mischief over ‘Freedom Convoy’ roleKing was a prominent figure in the demonstration that rolled into the national capital in 2022, which saw protesters entrench themselves in downtown Ottawa for three weeks.CanadaNov 22
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Alberta nurse practitioner program reducing primary care provider gap: Health ministerAdriana LaGrange says 33 nurse practitioners are now taking patients across the province and another 23 have been approved to practise primary care similar to a family physician.HealthNov 20
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Ontario residents can now get updated COVID-19 vaccine, flu shotThe province says both vaccines are available at participating pharmacies, public health units and doctors' offices across the province, and it's safe to get them at the same time.HealthOct 28
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2 Vancouver Island hospitals get unsanctioned overdose prevention sitesThe physicians set up pop-up sites at both Royal Jubilee Hospital in Victoria and Nanaimo Regional General Hospital on Monday.HealthNov 18
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N.B. fiscal update projects bigger deficit due to ‘significant’ travel nurse costsRené Legacy's second quarter update released today shows a worsening situation since the last update in August, which pegged the deficit at $27.6 million.MoneyNov 15