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A local expert says don’t expect a drought to save us from mosquitoes this year. A drought-resistant variety that carries the West Nile virus has appeared in Alberta and it strikes earlier in the year than most. Doug Vaessen reports.

This week in Minute at the Movies with Todd James, a woman suffering a degenerative disease is tracking a carrier of a deadly virus in “New Life,” a look at the six-part series “Star Wars: Tales of the Empire” on Disney+, Johnny Depp in the historical French royalty drama “Jeanne Du Barry,” a coming-of-age drama...

The Avian Flu, commonly known as Bird Flu, initially thought to be a virus exclusive to birds, has now made a worrying leap to cows, infecting several herds in the U.S. This development has sparked fears of cross-species transmission, with concerns that the virus could potentially infect other mammals, including pigs, or even humans. Joel...

A person in Texas has been diagnosed with bird flu. Officials believe the infection is tied to the recent discovery of the virus in dairy cows, making it the first time the virus has been transmitted to a person through a mammal. Health reporter Katherine Ward has what you need to know.

Norovirus is a highly contagious virus that can wreak havoc on your household. Preliminary data from the Public Health Agency of Canada shows cases are on the rise this year. Health reporter Katherine Ward has more on what you need to know.

Public health officials are getting more concerned about measles, which is highly infectious, spreading across Canada. Katherine Ward reports on the symptoms to watch for, and what people who are already vaccinated against the virus need to know.

Provincial health officials are urging residents to get vaccinated against the measles. It comes as the province records its first case of the virus since 2019. Global News Morning speaks with Infectious Diseases Specialist Dr. Isaac Bogoch about what’s behind the global increase in cases.

B.C. has reported its first case of measles since 2019. As of the end of February, there have been 9 other cases of the virus reported in Canada so far this year. Keith Baldrey has more.

A small plane has crashed on an interstate in Nashville, Tenn., killing five Canadians who were on board. Mike Drolet reports on what witnesses say they saw, and what happened just moments after the pilot reported a total loss of engine power. Public health officials are getting more concerned about measles, which is highly infectious,...

A third case of measles has been reported in Southern Ontario this month. The latest is a child from the Brantford area who is believed to have contracted the virus during a recent trip to Europe, who has now been hospitalized. Katherine Ward has this story and more in Health Matters for Feb. 29, 2024.

Recent data from the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) shows influenza and COVID-19 cases are decreasing across the country. As Global’s resident health reporter, Katherine Ward explains that the numbers are encouraging — but doctors say it’s important not to let your guard down.

Peterborough and area public health units are reporting a drop in COVID-19 and respiratory syncytail virus (RSV) cases, but respiratory illnesses such as influenza are on the rise. Experts are urging residents to get the flu vaccine, and if they do get sick, stay home. Tricia Mason has the latest….

The winter months and early spring tend to be when viruses run rampant, and illnesses are in abundance. The past year has been especially difficult, with drastic temperature fluctuations and the wildfires, that increase stress not only physically but mentally as well. Emergency physician Dr. Shazma Mithani joined us for our monthly Ask the Expert...

McMaster University researchers have found that keeping kids in school during the pandemic with proper infection prevention and control measures does not result in greater transmission of the COVID-19 virus. Caryn Lieberman reports.

An elderly man has died from Alaskapox, according to Alaskan state health officials. It’s the first known fatality from the recently discovered virus. Health Reporter Katherine Ward speaks with infectious disease physicians to understand why monitoring a rare virus is critical.

An elderly man has died from Alaskapox, the first known fatality from the recently discovered virus, according to Alaska state health officials. The man was hospitalized last November and passed away in January. Katherine Ward has this story and more in Health Matters for Feb. 13, 2024.

The world is now used to COVID-19, and while the illness isn’t dominating our lives like it used to, it’s still with us. Now doctors are worried about a growing number of cases of the virus affecting people’s eyes. Mike Drolet hears about one man’s experience, and what optometrists are saying about the condition.

The influx of respiratory patients is something Winnipeg epidemiologist Cynthia Carr says is typically seen within a few weeks of the holidays.

Between respiratory virus season and a critical nursing shortage, it’s the perfect storm for health care in the province. Marney Blunt reports.

BCE Inc. has made another sweeping round of layoffs at Bell Media, eliminating about 4,800 jobs and multiple CTV News programs, while also selling off 45 regional radio stations. How Bell is justifying the decision, the harsh criticism it’s facing, and the fears for Canadian journalism. Federal politicians and police officers gathered in Ottawa for...