COVID-19 Regina

• Family of Regina cancer patient pleads for easing of hospital visitation restrictions

  Amid continuing COVID-19 protocols, the SHA says family presence restrictions are currently at level three at Regina facilities, allow visitors primarily for end-of-life patients.

  Canada

  Apr 9
• Saskatchewan doctor calls for vaccine prioritization for intellectually disabled

  Dr. Alicia Thatcher pointed out one study that suggested those intellectually and developmentally disabled are nearly eight times more likely to die from COVID-19.

  Health

  Mar 27
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• ‘A big hit’: Regina and area businesses react to new round of COVID-19 restrictions

  Under a regional public health order, restaurants and bars in Regina and surrounding area must close dine-in services starting Sunday and lasting until at least April 5.

  Canada

  Mar 24
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• Warm March weather prompts open patios, hope for stronger sales at restaurants

  Temperatures soared to around the 20 degree mark in Regina as diners took advantage of the weather to down some early spring patio beers.

  Canada

  Mar 19
• Saskatoon bar Buds on Broadway says it will fight COVID-19 fine in court

  A Buds on Broadway Facebook post says the bar was unfairly fined for violating COVID-19 health restrictions — but that inspectors had said the bar was in compliance weeks earlier.

  Canada

  Feb 13
• ‘Bold decisions’: Regina yoga studio cancels in-person classes, calls on others to follow suit

  In light of rising COVID-19 cases, Bodhi Tree Yoga is moving all its classes online to protect the health and safety of others, owner Colin Hall said.

  Canada

  Dec 1, 2020
• Saskatchewan doctors explain mixed messaging, role of chief medical health officer

  Saskatchewan doctors say in light of the continuing coronavirus crisis, the Public Health Act needs to be revised to create more transparency and public trust.

  Health

  Nov 24, 2020
• North Central Family Centre in Regina closes temporarily as a ‘precaution’ due to COVID-19

  The organization plans to reopen its doors in one week's time.

  Health

  Nov 23, 2020
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• 5 Evraz Regina employees test positive for COVID-19, multiple others isolating

  At least five employees at Evraz Regina have tested positive for COVID-19 and a couple of dozen others are isolating due to potential exposure.

  Health

  Nov 19, 2020
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• ‘It’s what we need to do’: Saskatchewan businesses, communities react to broadened mask mandate

  Masks are now mandatory in all Saskatchewan communities with a population of 5,000 or more as coronavirus cases continue to rise in the province.

  Health

  Nov 16, 2020