Review of COVID studies links increased death to hydroxychloroquine plus azithromycinA systematic review and meta-analysis of studies involving COVID-19 patients treated with hydroxychloroquine found that the antimalaria drug alone was not associated with reduced mortality in hospitalized patients, but when combined with the antibiotic azithromycin it was linked with significantly increased mortality, European researchers reported yesterday in Clinical Microbiology and Infection.The researchers looked at 29 studies published up until Jul 25, including 3 randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and 1 non-randomized trial.

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Healthcare workers, first responders, and adults with pre-existing conditions that put them at risk for severe symptoms of COVID-19 should be the initial recipients of the first approved vaccine in the United States, according to a framework from the National Academy of Medicine (NAM) published yesterday. Today, NAM will hold a virtual public meeting on the recommendations.The NAM report offers a detailed approach about how to

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Steroids reduce death risk in critically ill Covid-19 patients, say studies

Treating critically ill Covid-19 patients with corticosteroid drugs reduces the risk of death by 20% regardless of which steroid is used.

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Salford club closes suddenly after positive Covid-19 test

Little Hulton has closed suddenly after someone reportedly tested positive for coronavirus. The Top Club, in Manchester Road, West, made the announcement on its Facebook page shortly after 4.30pm today (Wednesday September 6).A spokesman for the club's member's committee wrote: "Due to unforeseen circumstances we will not be open tonight."We have been informed of a positive reported case of Covid-19 within the club we will update you as soon as we have more information."Please check this page for updates."Get regular updates from Salford direct to your email inbox with the free MySalford newsletter.Click on this link, enter your email address, and select 'MySalford News'.

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Edmonton high students head back to school amid COVID-19 pandemic

Wednesday marked the first day of school for many students in Edmonton. Community reporter Morgan Black spoke with Mother Margaret Mary Catholic High School principal Dean Rootsaert about what kids would expect.

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Clare school shuts for week after link to Covid-19 case

A Co Clare primary school has been closed for at least a week after a number of staff members were identified as close contacts of a case of Covid-19.

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Manitoba sees net total of 12 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday

COVID-19 cases were announced in Manitoba Wednesday, but public health officials said one previously identified case was determined to be from out-of-province, bringing the net total of new cases to 12.This brings the province’s overall total of lab-confirmed coronavirus cases to 1,244. Manitoba currently has 454 active cases and 14 COVID-19-related deaths since the pandemic began.According to Wednesday’s data, four of the new cases are in the Winnipeg area, with one in the Southern Health region and eight in Prairie Mountain.

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'We need straightforward, common-sense solutions': Biden speaks on schools amid COVID-19 pandemic

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How First Dates is able to film in locked down Manchester - and not break Covid-rules

Manchester Evening News that because the restaurant is now a TV set, it does not operate under the same rules.

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Toronto woman to continue pressing late mom’s human rights case

Ontario’s human rights tribunal on Monday in a bid to see her mother more often during the COVID-19 pandemic.But three days before the case was to be heard, Dorothea Gerber, 82, died at the Toronto long-term care facility where she had lived for more than a decade.Veronica Gerber had been scheduled to appear before the tribunal seeking an interim order to restore her visitation rights to their pre-pandemic status.Although that interim order is no longer needed, Veronica Gerber said she still plans to proceed with the case, alleging her mother’s rights were repeatedly violated during her final months.

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Alberta school authorities will see some federal COVID-19 funding in September: LaGrange

COVID-19 school reopening funding promised by the federal government should see some of the money soon.

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle sign production deal with Netflix

Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex react after their visit to Canada House in thanks for the warm Canadian hospitality and support they received during their recent stay in Canada, on January 7, 2020.

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Coronavirus: 2 cases, 4 recoveries reported by Middlesex-London Health Unit

coronavirus were reported by officials with the Middlesex-London Health Unit (MLHU) on Wednesday, bringing the total case count in the region to 732.The two latest cases involve Londoners in their 20s and 50s, both with “no known link” listed as the source of infection.One of the cases is listed as involving a staff member at a long-term care home. However, the case has not prompted an outbreak declaration.

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Hinshaw says masks in school need to be part of the ‘new normal’

Chief medical officer of health Dr. Deena Hinshaw said wearing masks at school will be an adjustment for Alberta students, but along with other hygiene practices need to be part of the new normal of going to school during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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How will COVID-19 cases in schools be reported? Hinshaw explains

Chief medical officer of health Dr. Deena Hinshaw said school COVID-19 outbreaks will be included in the updates that are released twice a week.

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Alberta education minister on mixed messages about school funding

Education Minister Adriana LaGrange said school funding cut in the spring was restored in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, and expanded upon the $125 million in additional operating funds given to school boards.

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COVID-19 cases may increase through autumn, winter if Albertans don’t follow safety measures: Hinshaw

When asked about people moving back indoors as cooler weather sets in and how that could affect COVID-19 in Alberta, chief medical officer of health Dr.

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Nova Scotia puts response plan in place for potential COVID-19 exposures in schools

COVID-19 exposures in school. Nova Scotia reports no new coronavirus cases Wednesday, 6 active cases remain “I want to welcome our new and returning students and staff back to school in what will be a year to remember,” said Zach Churchill, minister of education and early childhood development, said at a briefing alongside Dr.

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Coronavirus: Dollarama reports sales boost as Canadians stocked up on summer items

[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]The coronavirus incurred incremental costs of $32.4 million last quarter due to additional health measures and a temporary wage increase, which ended in early August after being extended for a month and a half beyond the expected date.Employees received a 10 per cent pay increase beginning in late March while warehouse workers saw a $3 raise on an income that starts near minimum wage, which in Quebec is $13.10.

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Villanova's Jay Wright says he is "not a candidate" for 76ers coaching opening

Head coach Jay Wright of the Villanova Wildcats is seen after the game against the Xavier Musketeers at Cintas Center on February 22, 2020 in Cincinnati, Ohio. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images) PHILADELPHIA - Villanova Men's Basketball coach Jay Wright has announced he will be staying put amid speculation he may be a candidate for the 76ers head coaching job.Wright issued a brief statement on social media Wednesday saying he felt it was necessary to "address the speculation about the 76ers head coaching position."“The 76ers have a great leader in Elton Brand, outstanding young talent and an incredible opportunity for any coach to compete for a championship.

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positive Covid-19 cases, as well as her disdain for anti-maskers, who she has called "selfish and stupid."Can I please ask that selfishly unmasked crowds standing shoulder to shoulder protesting and ignoring Covid protective restrictions not use my music as if to suggest I support you in any way. I do not."Can I please ask that selfishly unmasked crowds standing shoulder to shoulder protesting and ignoring Covid protective restrictions not use my music as if to suggest I support you in any way.

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Indo-US scientists to scout for covid-19 solutions

New Delhi: Eleven teams of Indian and US scientists will soon start jointly scouting for out-of-the-box solutions ranging from novel early diagnostic tests, antiviral therapy, drug repurposing, ventilator research, disinfection machines, and sensor-based symptom tracking for covid-19.The teams have been selected to take up these initiatives through a rigorous binational review process of proposals received for an invitation under Covid-19 Ignition Grants in April 2020 issued by the U.S.-India Science and Technology Endowment Fund (USISTEF), the ministry of science & technology said on WednesdayThe USISTEF announced the awards to eleven bilateral teams proposing out-of-the-box, innovative ideas to address the covid-19 challenge.The USISTEF

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2020 presidential, vice presidential debate moderators announced

announced by the Commission on Presidential Debates Wednesday.The moderators include:First presidential debate, Sept. 29: Chris Wallace, Fox News Sunday anchorVice presidential debate, Oct. 7:Susan Page, USA Today Washington bureau chiefAdvertisementSecond presidential debate, Oct. 15:Steve Scully, C-SPAN senior executive producer and political editorThird presidential debate, Oct. 22:Kristen Welker, co-anchor for NBC’s Weekend Today and White House correspondentRELATED: Trump formally accepts Republican re-nomination from RNC stage at White HouseThe Commission on Presidential Debates also included the formats of each debate, released on June 23:First presidential debate (Tuesday, Sept. 29, Case Western Reserve University and Cleveland

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The very latest coronavirus infection rates across Greater Manchester as cases soar in Bolton

The coronavirus infection rate in Bolton is continuing to rise at an alarming rate.Cases are soaring in the town as the rate of infection nears 70 per 100,000 people, in the week ending August 30.The borough is on red alert and has now overtaken Oldham as the Covid-19 hotspot in Greater Manchester, for two days in a row.There were 200 new cases of the virus recorded in Bolton in the last seven days, an increase of 270 per cent from the week before.The town has been ordered to stay in local lockdown following a last-minute U-turn from the Government on Wednesday morning.Bolton now has the second highest coronavirus infection rate in the country, at 69.6.

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Calls for rethink on policing of Covid restrictions after less than half of fines for lockdown breaches are paid

The deputy mayor of Greater Manchester has called for a rethink on the policing of coronavirus restrictions after revealing that less than half of lockdown fines have been paid.Baroness Beverley Hughes says enforcement is ‘the only tool on the government’s box of tricks’ and has suggested a new approach is needed.Police are finding it 'impossible' to enforce ‘resented’ measures introduced in Greater Manchester in late July according to the deputy mayor, who oversees policing for the combined authority.The release of certain boroughs from the tighter measures, as well as the reapplication of the restrictions in Bolton and Trafford, is also creating confusion for Greater Manchester Police.Baroness Hughes told a media briefing on Wednesday:

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COVID-19: Breathing problems are the most common reason for returning to the hospital

Stay informed with live updates on the current COVID-19 outbreak and visit our coronavirus hub for more advice on prevention and treatment.The researchers searched electronic health records for return visits to hospital emergency departments and outpatient clinics within 14 days of discharge.Out of 2,864 discharged patients, 103 (3.6%) returned for emergency care. In total, the hospitals readmitted 56 patients.Half of all the patients who returned to the hospital did so because they were experiencing breathing difficulties, which was the most common complication. Other complications included chest pain (6%), other pain (6%), altered mental status (5%), falls (5%), and skin or soft-tissue infections (5%).Patients who returned to the hospital

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New Brunswick’s top doc to take questions on province’s return to school

Classroom bubbles to minimize contacts for students in kindergarten to Grade 8: N.B. gov For students in kindergarten to Grade 2, the group size will be reduced to as close to 15 as possible, grades 3 to 5 will have groupings close to 22 students and grades 6 to 8 will have regular class sizes.The idea is that classroom bubbles would allow students to interact with other students and staff without physical distancing.

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NDP calls for province’s ombudsman to review Ontario’s back-to-school plan

back-to-school plan to ensure it’s living up to vital safety standards, the province’s Official Opposition said in a formal request for the watchdog to investigate the reopening strategy.The New Democrats’ education critic, Marit Stiles, wrote in the letter released Wednesday that she wants the ombudsman to determine if measures are in place to meet standards recommended by experts.

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Cate Blanchett Questions the Coronavirus Response From Certain Countries Around the World

Cate Blanchett poses for photos as the Jury President for the 2020 Venice Film Festival photo call on Wednesday (September 2) in Venice, Italy.

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Hamilton-Burlington real estate cools off slightly in August: RAHB

Realtors Association of Hamilton-Burlington (RAHB) is reporting that Hamilton’s red hot real estate sector cooled off slightly in August.In its August 2020 report, the RAHB says 1,272 homes were sold last month, a 21 per cent decline compared to July.However, the association says year-over-year sales spiked 12.7 per cent, an indication of just how active the market has been this summer. Mortgage deferrals will soon end for many Canadians.

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There are now 44 active COVID-19 cases in Waterloo Region

coronavirus. Ontario reports 133 new coronavirus cases; most public health units report no new cases The number has not been this high since July 24 when there were 52 active cases in the area.That total dropped to 20 on Aug.

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Memorial Drive lane closures for pedestrians, cyclists now only on weekends

Memorial Drive put in place to help Calgarians with social distancing while walking, running, cycling or riding an e-scooter will continue — but only on weekends.The City of Calgary launched the temporary lane closures on Memorial Drive between Centre Street and 10 Street Northwest in March as part of a pilot project that saw lane reductions on several roads as vehicle traffic dropped amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Nova Scotia reports no new coronavirus cases Wednesday, 6 active cases remain

[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]There have been 65 deaths as a result of the virus, and 1,014 cases are considered resolved.Nova Scotians are still encouraged to visit the 811 website if they have two or more of the following symptoms:

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Concerns over new COVID-19 cases at some businesses in Toronto malls

New coronavirus cases have been reported at some businesses in Toronto malls, prompting closures and enhanced cleaning. Matthew Bingley reports.

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Prince Harry and Meghan sign production deal with Netflix

NEW YORK – The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have a new home: Netflix.Six months after detangling their work lives from the British royal family, Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, have signed a multiyear deal to produce nature series, documentaries and children's programming for the streamer, according to a statement Wednesday.The two, who recently relocated to Santa Barbara, California, plan to focus on stories and issues that elevate diverse voices and other issues close to their hearts.

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Salaried reassess money goals as covid-19 widens liquidity gap

Mint. The firm determines the score by taking into account over 70 parameters such as income, expenses, cash flows, liquidity, loans, insurance, goals and investment.Households are dealing with uncertainty around cash flows in the short to medium term.

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Steroids cut death rates among critically ill Covid patients, major study finds

LONDON : Treating critically ill COVID-19 patients with corticosteroid drugs reduces the risk of death by 20%, an analysis of seven international trials found on Wednesday, prompting the World Health Organisation to update its advice on treatment.The analysis - which pooled data from separate trials of low dose hydrocortisone, dexamethasone and methylprednisolone - found that steroids improve survival rates of COVID-19 patients sick enough to be in intensive care in hospital."This is equivalent to around 68% of (the sickest COVID-19) patients surviving after treatment with corticosteroids, compared to around 60% surviving in the absence of corticosteroids," the researchers said in a statement.The WHO's clinical care lead, Janet Diaz, said

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AP's COVID-19 tally crosses 4.5 lakh with over 10,000 cases for 8th day in a row

ANDHRA PRADESH : The ominous rise in coronavirus cases in Andhra Pradesh continued as the state on Wednesday added 10,000 plus fresh infections for the eighth straight day, taking the count past the 4.5 lakh mark. As a five-figure daily increase seemed to have become the norm of late, the government, in its daily COVID-19 bulletin, recorded 10,392 fresh positive cases, 8,454 recoveries and 72 deaths in 24 hours ending 9 am on Wednesday.

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Covid-19: Maharashtra sees record 17,433 new cases in a day, deaths top 25,000

MUMBAI : Maharashtra on Wednesday reported 17,433 new COVID-19 cases, highest single-day count so far, taking its tally to 8,25,739, said a health official.The state also reported 292 fresh deaths, upping the fatality count to 25,195, he added.The previous highest one-day count was 16,867 cases, reported on August 29.Also, 13,959 people were discharged in the state, taking the number of recovered cases to 5,98,496, the official said.Maharashtra currently has 2,01,703 active cases.Mumbai reported 1,622 new coronavirus cases and 34 deaths, taking its tally to 1,48,569 and the toll to 7,727.The number of active cases in Mumbai stood at 20,810, he added.Pune city reported 1,706 fresh cases along with 28 deaths, pushing up the infection count to

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Major coronavirus breakthrough as scientists discover £5 drug reduces death risk

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"It feels like we are the wrong type of bereaved people" - families who lost loved ones to coronavirus denied chance to meet with Boris Johnson

coronavirus have branded the Prime Minister as 'heartless' after he refused to meet with them. The Covid-19 Bereaved Families for Justice group represents over 1,600 people who have lost relatives during the pandemic.Members of the group are calling for an independent Statutory Public Inquiry, in order to learn lessons and save lives as the crisis continues.The bereavement group met with the leader of the opposition, Kier Starmer, last month.They had called on the Prime Minister to meet with them and discuss their concerns, in five separate letters addressed to Downing Street.In an interview with Sky last week, Boris Johnson said he had not received the letters but promised: "Of course I will meet the bereaved.

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How do you campaign during a pandemic? New Brunswick politicians are finding out the hard way

province’s election campaign has crossed the halfway mark.It’s the first province to run an election during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and that means politicians across the country are keen to see how candidates campaign in a world that demands individuals stay away from one another. All our New Brunswick election 2020 coverage New Brunswickers will head to the polls on Sept.

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United Airlines to cut more than 16,000 jobs as coronavirus pummels industry

United Airlines said on Wednesday it is preparing to furlough 16,370 workers on Oct. 1 as the coronavirus pandemic continues to devastate the airline industry.Chicago-based United had over 90,000 employees before the pandemic brought the industry to a near standstill in March and had warned in July that 36,000 jobs were at risk of involuntary furloughs as demand remains weak.

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99-year-old vet walks 100 km at Newmarket seniors’ residence to raise funds for COVID-19

COVID-19.George Markow did laps around his seniors’ residence in Newmarket, Ont., over several months and completed the milestone this morning.He raised nearly $47,000 for Sunnybrook Research Institute and Southlake Regional Health Centre Foundation’s COVID-19 Action Fund.

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'If I die, I die:' Vikings QB Kirk Cousins has 'survival of the fittest' approach to COVID-19

(FOX 9) - Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins said he is taking a "survival of the fittest" personal approach to the coronavirus, even if it kills him.In a recent interview on Spotify's "10 Questions With Kyle Brandt" podcast, Cousins said, "If I die, I die. I kind of have peace about that."Cousins also said that he does not believe face masks work in helping to prevent the spread of COVID-19, but also said that he tries to respect others' concerns about the virus.Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins said he thought it was a prank at first when President Donald Trump reached out to congratulate him on Sunday’s win over the New York Giants.

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Philadelphia police ask for help locating endangered, missing 81-year-old woman

Marie Givigliano KINGSESSING - Police in Kingsessing are asking the public’s help in locating an endangered, missing 81-year-old woman.Officials say 81-year-old Marie Givigliano was last seen Tuesday on the 5300 block of Chester Avenue.According to authorities, Givigliano is of a thin build, with brown eyes and gray hair.

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Holy Family University closes main campus Wednesday due to possible coronavirus exposure

A transmission electron microscope image shows SARS-CoV-2, also known as the 2019 novel coronavirus, which causes COVID-19, isolated from a patient in the United States.

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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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