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MRI hours at Saskatoon hospital reduced due to ‘recent critical shortage’: SHA

MRI department at Royal University Hospital has decreased to the point where health officials have decide to scale back hours of operation, creating concerns about wait times for the service.A memo sent earlier this week to Saskatoon physicians and staff within the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) cites “ongoing recruitment challenges” due to a “recent critical shortage of MRI technologists.” Saskatchewan moves to end COVID-19 public health orders The shortage means the department at RUH will only operate from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Eagerly awaited COVID lifesavers molnupiravir, Paxlovid now wait for patients

Supplies of the eagerly awaited oral COVID-19 antiviral prescription medications are slowly arriving at US pharmacies, but despite strong evidence that they can help reduce symptoms and prevent severe illness, federal data and experts suggest that many patients don't know about them or don't want to take them.

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COVID-19 Scan for Feb 11, 2022

A new study on outcomes among infants whose mothers received the Pfizer-BioNTech mRNA vaccine in pregnancy showed that no detrimental outcomes were associated with maternal vaccination, including preterm birth, small birth weight for gestational age (SGA), congenital malformations, and infant death.It was published yesterday in JAMA Pediatrics.The po

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COVID-19 vaccine for kids under 5 delayed as Pfizer extends trial

In a sudden turnabout, Pfizer and BioNTech today announced they were delaying the application process for an emergency use authorization (EUA) for their vaccine for children ages 6 months to 4 years old, and gathering more information on two and three doses of the vaccine.

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New Jersey court dismisses officers' union vaccine mandate suit

FILE - RN inoculates a woman at a COVID-19 vaccine. TRENTON - A New Jersey appeals court rejected a lawsuit from law enforcement unions challenging Gov.

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Despite decline in patients, Waterloo hospitals remain ‘under great pressure’: Wang

COVID-19 patients in area hospitals continues to decline but that has not relieved the pressure on hospitals, according to the region’s top doctor.According to Friday’s dashboard update, there are 75 patients in the three hospitals in Waterloo Region, including 20 who are in need of intensive care. Premier Doug Ford declares state of emergency amid protests at land border and in Ottawa Three weeks ago, on Jan.

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COVID-19: Wastewater shows decline of virus in Waterloo Region may have hit a wall

COVID-19 wastewater signal in the last few weeks has slowed or plateaued at all sites,” medical officer of health Dr. Hsiu-Li Wang told reporters on Friday morning.

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Ambassador Bridge protest blockade disrupts car manufacturing sector

As protesters remain at the Ambassador Bridge, the blockade disrupting the busiest border crossing between Canada and the U.S. is taking a toll on economies on both sides.

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Covid-19 Ayrshire: List of next week's vaccination drop-ins as residents urged to roll up sleeves for jabs

Ayrshire residents are being urged to roll up their sleeves for Covid-19 vaccination jabs.

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Ontario on track to remove ‘almost all restrictions’ on businesses ‘very soon,’ Doug Ford says

Doug Ford says the province is on track to “very soon” lift “almost all” COVID-related restrictions on businesses.The premier made the remarks during a press conference Friday morning, where he declared a state of emergency in the province due to ongoing protests and blockades, sparked by opposition to COVID-19 measures.Ford said he understands many people are frustrated, but urged the “illegal occupation” in Ottawa and at the Ambassador Bridge in Windsor to end.“There’s no doubt these were the right decisions,” Ford said of his government’s move to impose measures in a bid to combat COVID-19. Timeline to lift all COVID-19 measures in Ontario coming soon, top doctor says “There’s no doubt they protected our hospitals from collapse and saved lives.

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COVID-19: MLHU reports 3 deaths, LHSC has 87 COVID inpatients

Middlesex-London Health Unit reported three deaths and 117 COVID-19 cases on Friday, compared with three deaths and 122 cases last Friday.The deaths involved three women in their 70s, 80s and 90s. The woman in her 90s was associated with a long-term care home. LHSC, meanwhile, is caring for 87 inpatients with COVID-19, 20 of whom are in adult critical care.As noted, LHSC is caring for 87 COVID-19 inpatients, with 20 inpatients in adult critical care.

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With low COVID vaccine uptake, rural US bore brunt of Delta surge

Rural US counties with low COVID-19 vaccination rates had 2.4 times more infections per 100,000 people than urban counties amid the summer 2021 Delta surge, according to a study published yesterday in JAMA Network Open.

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Reality check on Alberta politicians’ statements on schools, COVID-19 transmission and vaccines

#AbEd #AbLeg pic.twitter.com/NIDW973Tg0— Adriana LaGrange (@AdrianaLaGrange) February 10, 2022Dr. Chris Mody, head of the department of microbiology, immunology and infectious disease at the University of Calgary, said there’s no data to suggest children “pose absolutely no threat” as the education minister claimed.However, Mody said the correlation between symptom severity and viral load taken with the observations that children tend to have less severe symptoms could mean children have less viral load with a COVID-19 infection, with a caveat.

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‘10 Truths About Love’: Watch the ‘timeless’ rom-com on Tubi for Valentine’s Day

Los Angeles - Love is in the air — well, on Tubi it is! FOX’s free streaming platform kicks off its Valentine’s Day slate with "10 Truths About Love," a new original rom-com starring Camilla Belle and David LaFontaine. Written by frequent romance scribe Shannon Latimer ("A Whirlwind Wedding," "Ghosts of Christmas Past"), the feel-good movie features a thriving romance columnist Carina (Belle) who thinks she’s got her love life all figured out — until her longtime boyfriend unexpectedly breaks up with her.Meanwhile, Carina’s editor hires a new writer, Liam (Lafontaine), to work with her and give the column a male perspective. Subsequently, the two clash over their approach, but to prove himself, Liam offers to help Carina get her ex-boyfriend back.

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FDA postpones advisory meeting on COVID-19 vaccines for kids under 5

WASHINGTON (AP) - U.S. regulators on Friday put the brakes on their push to speed Pfizer's COVID-19 to children under 5, creating major uncertainty about how soon the shots could become available.The Food and Drug Administration had urged Pfizer and its partner BioNTech to apply for authorization of extra-low doses of its vaccine for the youngest children before studies were even finished — citing the toll the omicron variant has taken on children.Kids between the ages of 5 and 11 are now eligible to get the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine.Next week, FDA advisers were supposed to publicly debate if youngsters should starting getting two shots before it's clear if they'd actually need a third.But Friday, the FDA reversed course and said it had become clear it needed to wait for data on how well that third shot works for this age group.

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White House urges Americans to leave Ukraine in next ‘24 to 48’ hours; Russian invasion could be days away

WASHINGTON - The White House is urging Americans to leave Ukraine in next "24 to 48 hours," warning U.S. won't rescue civilians if Russia invades.The White House has expressed increasing alarm about the prospects of a war, and Biden has been looking to solidify support among European allies for economy-jarring sanctions against Russia if it moves further with an invasion.KHARKIV REGION, UKRAINE - FEBRUARY 10, 2022 - Soldiers operate a military vehicle during the drills of the Ivan Sirko 92nd Mechanised Brigade of the Ukrainian Armed Forces in Kharkiv Region, northeastern Ukraine.

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76ers wait on Harden's debut following big trade for Simmons

James Harden #13 of the Brooklyn Nets passes the ball against the Sacramento Kings during the second half of their game at Golden 1 Center on February 02, 2022 in Sacramento, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by d CAMDEN, N.J. - The oversized Ben Simmons magazine cover that hung inside the 76ers' training complex was gone.The former MVP acquired for the one-time franchise guard? Well, James Harden wasn't in town, either, and his debut for Philadelphia is on hold at least until next week.But yet another new era is soon set to begin for the Sixers as they chase their first NBA title since 1983, this time with the superstar pairing of Harden and MVP candidate Joel Embiid.The clock is ticking for Harden to win a championship.Harden, though, will not play for the Sixers in games Friday and Saturday night, and he won't play until he's evaluated this weekend by the team's performance staff.The earliest Harden could play for Philly is at home Tuesday against Boston.

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Alberta’s chief medical officer of health to provide daily COVID-19 update Friday

Alberta’s chief medical officer of health is scheduled to provide her daily update on the COVID-19 situation on Friday afternoon.

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Coronavirus: Jasper National Park asks visitors to continue to stay away as Kenney announces relaunch plans

On the same day Premier Jason Kenney announced Alberta’s post-COVID-19 reopen strategy could launch as early as May 14, the Municipality of Jasper is asking visitors to not return to the park until after that.

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Businesses react to Alberta’s economic relaunch plan

Premier Jason Kenney outlined Thursday how he plans to implement a phased relaunch of Alberta’s economy. Nicole Stillger has reaction.

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Coronavirus: Edmonton, Calgary mayors pleased with Kenney’s plan to relaunch Alberta economy

The mayors of Alberta’s two largest cities reacted swiftly and positively after Premier Jason Kenney announced a detailed plan to restart the province’s economy amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic on Thursday.

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COVID-19: Alberta schools to stay closed for rest of academic year; province eyeing early summer start

Alberta’s schools will stay closed, at least in the traditional sense, for the rest of the academic year, Premier Jason Kenney announced on Thursday.

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Alberta schools are cancelled for remainder of academic year, possible summer openings

Alberta Premier Jason Kenney says schools will be closed for the rest of the academic year, but the province is looking at options.

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Alberta announces relaxation on COVID-19 measures including golf courses

Premier Jason Kenney announces the relaxation on some COVID-19 measures, including elective surgeries, provincial parks and golf courses.

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Alberta announces Stage 1 of relaunch strategy for economy

Alberta Premier Jason Kenney announces Stage 1 of the province’s relaunch strategy for the economy after the COVID-19 shutdown.

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Kenney outlines Stage 2 relaunch strategy for Alberta’s economy

Alberta Premier Jason Kenney announces Stage 2 of the province’s relaunch strategy for the economy after the COVID-19 shutdown.

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Final stage of Alberta’s relaunch strategy includes large gatherings

Alberta Premier Jason Kenney announces Stage 3 of the province’s relaunch strategy for the economy after the COVID-19 shutdown.

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Jason Kenney, Deena Hinshaw to update Alberta’s COVID-19 response and relaunch plans Thursday afternoon

On Thursday afternoon, Alberta Premier Jason Kenney and chief medical officer of health Dr. Deena Hinshaw will provide an update on COVID-19 in the province.

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Premier Kenney on fate of CFL and NHL sports in Alberta this summer

Premier Jason Kenney addressed the holding pattern both the Canadian Football League and National Hockey League are in during the COVID-19 pandemic, saying Alberta is open to working with all sides to make it happen if possible but no firm plans are set.

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Low oil prices likely to remain for 12-18 months due to oversupply: Alberta premier

Premier Jason Kenney says the Alberta government is predicting extremely low oil prices will remain in place for 12 to 18 months due to the global inventory oversupply amid the COVID-19 pandemic slowdown.

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Alberta updates COVID-19 modelling, adds low ‘likely’ scenario

Alberta is reporting 154 more cases of COVID-19 and five additional deaths. The news comes as Premier Jason Kenney says details will be announced later this week about the province’s plan to relaunch the economy.

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Kenney hopes to begin reopening Alberta economy in May, working ‘around the clock’ on COVID-19 relaunch

Premier Jason Kenney told reporters on Tuesday that he hopes to begin reopening Alberta’s economy next month, and at the same time, to begin removing restrictions on social activities related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Alberta’s updated COVID-19 modelling shows health measures are working

Alberta Premier Jason Kenney releases new COVID-19 modelling that shows health measures are working.

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Kenney says province will start announcing measures to relax some restrictions soon

Alberta Premier Jason Kenney discussed possible methods of easing some public health restrictions soon and how recent outbreaks of COVID-19 show why we need to be cautious.

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Dr. Deena Hinshaw to provide update on COVID-19 situation in Alberta Tuesday afternoon

Alberta’s chief medical officer of health is scheduled to provide her daily update on the novel coronavirus, cases and outbreaks in the province, and the public health response at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday.

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Coronavirus: Union calls for more protection for Alberta’s front-line food workers

The union that represents 32,000 front-line food workers is urging Alberta’s government to implement more protective measures for its members.

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Alberta asks First Nations to resume industry consultations after coronavirus pause

The Alberta government has asked about 30 First Nations to resume consultations with resource companies seeking approval on new projects, lifting a pause that was meant to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

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Kenney announces new senior representative in Washington

Alberta Premier Jason Kenney announces former MP James Rajotte will be the province’s new senior representative in Washington, D.C.

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Alberta to ‘administer’ $1B well site rehabilitation program

Alberta Premier Jason Kenney announces a $1-billion program, funded by the federal government’s COVID-19 Economic Response Plan, for oil well rehabilitation in the province.

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Coronavirus: Province launches online tool, connecting Albertans with volunteer opportunities

A new online tool has been launched by the province to help connect Albertans with volunteer opportunities amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Jason Kenney to make announcement on supports for Alberta’s energy sector

Alberta Premier Jason Kenney is scheduled to make an announcement Friday morning about actions to support the province’s economy and energy sector.

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Kenney’s talk with NHL commissioner did not include formal request to play in Alberta

Premier Jason Kenney has talked with NHL commissioner Gary Bettman, but there’s no formal plan in place for NHL games to be played in Alberta this summer.

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Alberta officials say NHL needs to prepare detailed plan before play can resume

Alberta Premier Jason Kenney and Dr. Deena Hinshaw explain what would need to happen for the NHL to resume play in the province.

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New COVID-19 outbreaks give Alberta reason to be cautious of economic restart

Premier Jason Kenney explains what it will take for Alberta to begin restarting the economy and why new outbreaks show the province will have to be cautious.

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Alberta sends 25 ventilators to Quebec in fight against COVID-19

Alberta Premier Jason Kenney announces the province is sending 25 ventilators to Quebec.

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Expanded COVID-19 testing welcomed at Alberta care homes despite staffing concerns

As Alberta continues to grapple with the COVID-19 pandemic, and its impact on long-term care facilities, provincial health officials have expanded testing protocols.

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Kenney thanks feds for energy sector support, says more must be done

Alberta Premier Jason Kenney reacts to the federal government’s announcement of funding for the energy sector.

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Health officials to provide update on COVID-19 in Alberta Friday afternoon

Alberta’s chief medical officer of health is scheduled to provide an update on COVID-19 in the province and the public health response Friday at 3:30 p.m.

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United States	Cases: 46 252 513 Deaths: 750 423 Recovered: 0
India	Cases: 34 321 025 Deaths: 459 652 Recovered: 0
Brazil	Cases: 21 835 785 Deaths: 608 235 Recovered: 0
United Kingdom	Cases: 9 215 683 Deaths: 141 607 Recovered: 0
Russia	Cases: 8 494 589 Deaths: 237 619 Recovered: 0

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