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Travellers from Ebola-hit regions must self-isolate for 21 days, Canada’s health minister saysAsked how Canada is justifying these restrictions after the World Health Organization warned against them – suggesting they are fueled by fear and not rooted in science – Michel, and Immigration Minister Lena Metlege Diab said the decision was made in alignment with the U.S. and Mexico, as all three countries begin hosting the 2026...HealthMay 26
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PHAC outlines new Ebola travel measuresThe Public Health Agency of Canada is laying out new rules for travelers, as the Ebola outbreak in central Africa continues to worsen. The new measures include mandatory self-isolation and a temporary immigration ban from certain countries. Lexy Benedict reports.CanadaMay 27
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FIFA is ‘key element’ in controversial Ebola-related travel restrictions: Canada’s health ministerHealth Minister Marjorie Michel faced heat from reporters Thursday, questioning her for the government’s decision Tuesday to require incoming travellers from all Ebola-affected regions to self-isolate for 21 days effective immediately. Despite condemnation from both the World Health Organization (WHO) and the African Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, Michel said the upcoming FIFA World...HealthMay 28
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Hantavirus: More Canadians in isolation after cruise exposureMore Canadians have now been told to either self-isolate or self-monitor after the deadly hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius luxury cruise ship. Heidi Petracek reports on the precautions being taken, and what some doctors say the World Health Organization needs to do next.Global NationalMay 13
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4 Canadians isolating in B.C. after hantavirus outbreak on cruise shipAll the Canadian passengers from the MV Hondius cruise struck by hantavirus in the southern Atlantic Ocean are now back in the country and self-isolating. Heidi Petracek reports on what we’re learning about some of them, how they’re doing, and the cruise captain’s message to the public.Global NationalMay 11
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Global National: May 11All the Canadians on the cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak are now in self-isolation. U.S. President Donald Trump blasts Iran’s offer to end the war. Why it’s been so tough to revoke the Canadian citizenship of a man convicted of supporting terrorism. Plus, the deep divisions that’s led to five countries boycotting Eurovision.Global NationalMay 11
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Canadians stranded on hantavirus cruise ship return home to isolateFour Canadians who were stranded on a hantavirus-stricken cruise ship were finally back on home soil Sunday. They touched down on a repatriation flight in Bagotville, Que., in the afternoon before being flown to an undisclosed location in British Columbia where they will self-isolate for at least 21 days. Health officials say they are not...CanadaMay 10
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Global National: May 10Four Canadians who were stranded on a hantavirus-stricken cruise ship were finally back on home soil Sunday. They touched down on a repatriation flight in Bagotville, Que., in the afternoon before being flown to an undisclosed location in British Columbia where they will self-isolate for at least 21 days. Health officials say they are not...Global NationalMay 10
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Calls to save the MUHC’s MusiArt program for psychiatric patientsIt’s considered a crucial lifeline for many, and a key tool to break isolation for people living with mental illness. The MusiArt choir at the MUHC has been helping psychiatric patients build self-esteem and connections for close to 30 years. But now the group is planning their last concert after a drop in funding from...CanadaJan 27
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New study finds significant rise in stress and depression among Canadian menA new study released by the Canadian Men’s Health Foundation finds a significant rise in stress and depression among Canadian men. It also finds one in two men may face social isolation, yet most don’t seek any professional mental health support. Kenton Boston with the Canadian Men’s Health Foundation and psychologist Dr. Robert Selles joined...Global News Morning EdmontonMay 29, 2025
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Lu Kala is living the pop girl’s dream: A tour, three major hits and writing for Katy PerryLu Kala is living the pop girl’s dream! She talks to us about her single ‘Who’s Gonna’, working with her idol Katy Perry and receiving an exciting award from Billboard Canada. All successes considered, the most important to her is that she’s made her younger self proud.EntertainmentApr 3, 2025
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Peterborough health care workers to get free day care, temporary residence during fight against COVID-19Under the province’s emergency child care plan, health care professionals at Peterborough Regional Health Centre, Peterborough Public Health, and long-term care facilities are eligible to apply for free day care , provided they have no alternative options. Meanwhile, Trent University answers PRHC’s call for a temporary residence where front line workers can self-isolate. Noor Ibrahim...HealthMar 30, 2020
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Governments establish self-isolation units for homeless in VictoriaWith COVID-19 cases among the homeless spiking on Vancouver Island, the provincial government is working with the City of Victoria to establish self-isolation units for homeless people who have COVID-19. Kylie Stanton reports.Global News Hour at 6 BCOct 1, 2021
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Former MLM reps describe their experiencesAnna Lange and Lillian Cariaga describe their experiences selling for an MLM. They both say they joined in part because of the isolation of COVID-19.ConsumerOct 3, 2021
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False positive test result halts B.C. man’s Vegas vacationA B.C. man has a warning for anyone travelling to the U.S. after an unexpected test result at YVR halted a planned vacation. As Kristen Robinson reports, he and his three friends – all double vaccinated – ended up staying home in self-isolation.Global News Hour at 6 BCOct 24, 2021
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The latest tech to use during quarantineTech expert Kris Abel profiles some of the latest tech to help you get through self-isolation.ConsumerMay 12, 2020
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Checking in with ‘Batwoman’ star Rachel SkarstenWe check in with ‘Batwoman’ star Rachel Skarsten and find out how she’s been spending her time in self-isolation.The Morning ShowMay 15, 2020
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Coronavirus outbreak: Saskatchewan government detaining people who won’t self-isolateThe Ministry of Corrections and Policing says Regina’s White Birch Remand Centre is being used as an “isolation centre” for people “unwilling” or “unable” to self-isolate. Roberta Bell has the story.Global News at 10 ReginaMay 13, 2020
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Checking in with Global Toronto’s Antony RobartWe check in with Global News Toronto’s Antony Robart and find out how self-isolation has been treating him.The Morning ShowMay 14, 2020
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O’Toole out of isolation, spars with PM in ParliamentAfter self-isolating for two weeks because he tested positive for COVID-19, Conservative Leader Erin O’Toole has made his first Parliamentary appearance in his new role. As Mike Le Couteur reports, it didn’t take long for things to get tense between O’Toole and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.Global NationalSep 30, 2020