Trial begins for Saskatchewan man accused of abducting daughter to prevent COVID-19 vaccination
The trial is centered around Michael Gordon Jackson, a 53-year-old who pleaded not guilty to abduction in contravention of a child custody order.
Canada
Apr 8
Regina Exhibition Association Ltd. needs to repay $8M following CRA audit
REAL will need to repay the federal government $8 million following an audit from the CRA in funding for businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Canada
Apr 5
Possible Hepatitis A exposure at Saskatoon Shoppers Drug Mart
Anyone who purchased food and beverage items between Feb. 27 and March 19 at the Centre Mall Shoppers Drug Mart could have been exposed if they didn't use a self-checkout.
Canada
Mar 21
Measles vaccine makers report shortages in Canada as cases rise
Two companies that make measles vaccines are reporting shortages, saying remaining doses are reserved for public health programs. The shortage comes as global cases rise.
Health
Mar 21
Measles immunization rates in Sask. high as out-of-province cases pop up
The Saskatchewan Health Authority is reminding residents to get their measles vaccine.
Health
Mar 7
Can you get measles if vaccinated? What to know as cases rise
Although fully vaccinated people can get measles, Dr. Sumontra Chakrabarti, an infectious diseases physician at Trillium Health Partners, stressed how infrequent it is.
Health
Mar 5
What is chronic wasting disease? A look at ‘very concerning’ cases in Canada
Scientists say the latest detections of Chronic Wasting Disease show it keeps spreading, raising the risk it can infect more species.
Canada
Feb 2
How Saskatchewan’s outlook on COVID-19 changed in 2023
According to the province's latest report from its respiratory illness tracker, there were 569 confirmed COVID-19 cases over the reporting period between Dec. 3 and Dec. 16.
Health
Jan 1
90% of Saskatchewan residents under 64 have not gotten COVID-19 shot this season: CRISP report
From Sept. 18 to Dec. 16, slightly over 12 per cent of people in Regina and Saskatoon between six months and 64 years old were vaccinated against COVID-19.
Canada
Dec 22, 2023
COVID is spiking in parts of Canada. What does this mean for holiday festivities?
Holiday joy means potentially spreading the cold, flu, and COVID-19. And health experts caution Canadians to stay vigilant amid the festivities.
Health
Dec 19, 2023
Five Sask. people dead from influenza in last two weeks: CRISP report
As of Nov. 18, 18.9 per cent of the Saskatchewan population received influenza vaccine this season, the highest percentage of those living in Regina.
Health
Nov 24, 2023
Life expectancy in Canada fell for the 3rd year in a row. What’s happening?
Statistics Canada released new data showing that the life expectancy at birth of Canadians fell, to 81.3 years in 2022 from 81.6 years in 2021.
Canada
Nov 27, 2023
‘Vaccine passports’ effective in boosting COVID-19 vaccine uptake: study
A group of researchers said the vaccine passport announcement increased first-dose uptake by 290,168 people, or 17.5 per cent.
Health
Nov 7, 2023
Alberta premier promises to protect parents’ rights during speech to UCP convention
Smith's speech came prior to delegates debating and voting on about 30 resolutions.
Politics
Nov 4, 2023
Flu shots and walk-in clinics available in Saskatchewan as cold and flu season rolls in
The Saskatchewan Health Authority is reminding residents to get their flu shot as the weather starts to get colder.
Health
Oct 11, 2023
COVID-19, flu vaccines on the way as cases rise: CRISP report
Oct. 10 marks the formal start date for COVID-19 and flu vaccine availability, though high-risk individuals may be eligible for an earlier shot.
Health
Oct 2, 2023
Calgary long-term care COVID-19 outbreaks come as seniors’ advocates call for more info
COVID-19 outbreaks at Calgary long-term care centres come as seniors' advocates call more more information from the province.
Health
Sep 29, 2023
Flu, COVID fall boosters coming to Alberta in mid-October
Doses can start going into arms on Oct. 16 and the province will open fall appointments in the online booking portal for AHS clinics or pharmacies on Oct. 10.
Canada
Sep 28, 2023
Get your flu and COVID shots at the same time, health experts urge
As autumn rolls in, health experts are giving the green light to double up on vaccinations, as getting both the flu and COVID shots can provide an added layer of defense.
Health
Sep 24, 2023
New COVID shot provides ‘boost in protection’ against new variants: doctors
Public health officials say the number of COVID-19 infections is climbing again -- just in time for respiratory virus season in the fall and winter.
Health
Sep 22, 2023