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No evidence for ‘immunity debt’ theories, Winnipeg epidemiologist saysEpidemiologist Cynthia Carr says even during the height of the pandemic, your immune system was working full-time.HealthNov 14, 2022
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Why does Saskatchewan have fewer restrictions? It’s about the surges: Manitoba epidemiologistProvince's extension of the public health orders for an added three weeks reflects 14-fold case increase.HealthJan 10, 2022
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Don’t travel internationally, keep gatherings small during holidays: Saskatchewan epidemiologistA Saskatchewan epidemiologist is suggesting residents cancel any international trips and keep holiday gatherings limited to less than 10 people to avoid the spread of COVID-19.HealthDec 17, 2021
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Any new New Brunswick COVID-19 restrictions will likely apply province-wide, premier saysN.B. Premier Blaine Higgs says any new COVID-19 health measures will likely apply across the province rather than targeting a specific region or health zone.HealthSep 28, 2021
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Proceed with caution: Saskatchewan epidemiologist on recent decline of new COVID-19 casesSaskatoon-based epidemiologist Dr. Nazeem Muhajarine is preaching caution despite a steady decline in new COVID-19 cases in Saskatchewan.CanadaJun 7, 2021
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Saskatchewan experts provide a glimpse into a post-pandemic futureWith every COVID-19 vaccination, the future looks a little brighter. But when exactly will life as we once knew it go back to normal? USask experts say it's hard to know exactly.CanadaMar 12, 2021
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Manitoba’s COVID-19 cases dropping, but test positivity on the riseLower testing during the holidays has seen the test positivity rate shoot up to 12.6 per cent from 10 per cent.HealthDec 29, 2020
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One third of Saskatchewan residents would get COVID-19 vaccine immediately: pollSaskatchewan residents are more hesitant than not when it comes to getting a coronavirus vaccine, according to an Angus Reid Institute poll.HealthNov 20, 2020
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Trick-or-treating in New Brunswick can be safe despite coronavirus: epidemiologistPeople are concerned about the safety of trick-or-treating amid the pandemic. An epidemiologist with the University of Ottawa says trick-or-treating is possible if done safely.Sep 21, 2020
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Infectious disease expert warns how easy it is to burst your social bubbleHealth units across Ontario urge people to limit their social circles to stop the spread of the virus. Experts say it's challenging to keep a 'social bubble' pure.CanadaAug 24, 2020
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