Monday will mark the first day that people in Nova Scotia can visit their loves ones in long-term care homes. As Alicia Draus reports, the site of the largest COVID-19 outbreak in Atlantic Canada is entering a recovery phase.

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Rylan shares health update following hospital dash as he returns to The One Show

Rylan Clark has given his fans an update on his health and condition following his worrying trip to the hospital.The 33 year old TV presenter made his welcome return to The One Show and explained his absence during a chat with co-host Alex Jones on the green sofa.The Welsh mum-of-two, 44, immediately shared her concern for the Strictly Come Dancing: It Takes Two star, asking him how he was feeling after his traumatic visit to the doctor. "How are you? People have been worried," Alex said.

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COLOMBO (News 1st); The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka has granted permission to impose power cuts in Sri Lanka.Accordingly, a one-hour power cut will be imposed between 2:30 PM to 6:30 PM under 4 separate groups.In addition, a 45-minute power cut will be imposed between 6:30 PM to 10:30 PM as well.

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JYP Entertainment‘s upcoming girl group NMIXX have delayed debut showcase performance after a member was diagnosed with COVID-19.Earlier today (February 18), the label announced in a statement that the girl group’s forthcoming debut showcase after NMIXX member Bae was tested positive for COVID-19. The showcase was originally set to be held on February 22 to coincide with the release of NMIXX’s debut single album ‘Ad Mare’, but will now be held on March 1.JYP Entertainment shared that Bae had begun experiencing a sore throat on the evening of February 16, after which the entire group tested themselves using self-test kits.

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Fourth dose for Sri Lankans planning to go overseas

COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka is planning on administering a fourth dose for people who are traveling overseas, given the fact that some vaccines used in Sri Lanka are not accepted in certain countries.Director-General of Health Services Dr. Asela Gunawardena told reporters on Thursday (17) that some countries do not accept the Sinopharm vaccine as a vaccine against COVID-19.“At times likes that, for Sri Lankans who have obtained two doses of the Sinopharm Vaccine, and the Pfizer booster dose, we will administer another dose of the vaccine to enable them to travel overseas,” he elaborated.Dr.

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BREAKING: Ex-Police Chief Pujith Jayasundara acquitted & released from easter case

COLOMBO (News 1st); The Colombo Permanent High Court Trial-at-Bar ordered to acquit and release Ex-Police Chief Pujith Jayasundara from all charges filed against him with regard to the case filed over the Easter Sunday attacks. Earlier, the Colombo Permanent High Court Trial-at-Bar unanimously ordered to acquit and release Ex-Defence Secretary Hemasiri Fernando.The Colombo Permanent High Court Trial-at-Bar on Friday (18) met to announce the decision on whether Ex-Police Chief Pujith Jayasudara and Ex-Defence Secretary Hemasiri Fernando will be released from the Easter Attacks cases, without calling for evidence from the Defence.The Attorney General filed the cases against Fernando and Jayasundara on charges of criminal dereliction of duty for failing to take action to prevent the Easter attack despite receiving specific intelligence.The cases were called up in the presence of Justices Namal Balalle, Aditya Patabendige, and Mohamed Irshadeen.A total of 855 charges of criminal negligence were levelled against Pujith Jayasundera and Hemasiri Fernando, individually.

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RCMP investigating a ‘calculated and violent’ attack at Coastal GasLink pipeline near Houston, B.C.

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Olympics chief criticizes Kamila Valieva’s entourage, offers sympathy to Russian skater

Kamila Valieva crumble under pressure at the Beijing Olympics as a doping scandal continued to swirl, hitting out at the 15-year-old’s entourage.The saga has opened a debate on the suitability of the Olympic environment for minors, but Bach said the International Olympic Committee had limited means of action.Valieva, who had been leading the women’s figure skating event after the short program, cracked in her free skate on Thursday night, and stumbled down to fourth place as compatriot Anna Shcherbakova skated to gold. Kamila Valieva finishes 4th as Russian teammates win gold, silver in figure skating “I must say I was very, very disturbed yesterday when I watched the competition on TV,” Bach told a news conference.“How high the pressure on her must have been.”Valieva failed a doping test at her national championships last December but the result was only revealed on Feb.

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N.S. provincial court to expand in-person hearings amid coronavirus pandemic

[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]But starting July 2, the court said it will further expand in-person hearings to a limited number of trials and preliminary inquiries for accused individuals not in custody, if the hearing can be done safely.“Some hearings may still be delayed as work continues to modify courtrooms and public court spaces,” the court said in a statement.“These modifications are required to adhere to public heath directives and to protect the health and safety of those working in and attending courthouses.”Sheriff Services will be screening people at the entrance to the courthouse to ensure the individual’s presence is required in court and that it is safe for them to attend.

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One week straight with no new coronavirus cases in Nova Scotia

coronavirus reported in Nova Scotia.In a news release, the province said the QEII Health Sciences Centre’s microbiology lab completed 355 Nova Scotia tests on Monday.The last positive case was reported on June 9.“Each and every Nova Scotian has made sacrifices to get us to this place,” said Premier Stephen McNeil in a statement.“And while we can all be pleased with our progress, it’s vital we remain vigilant.

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NSLC sees growth in sales amid coronavirus pandemic

coronavirus pandemic. The corporation says there were two million cannabis transactions the fiscal year of April 1, 2019 to March 31, 2020, with an average dollar value of $34.74.Total sales were up 9.7 per cent to $726 million with $655.1 million in beverage alcohol sales and $71 million in recreational cannabis sales.According to the corporation, Nova Scotia ready-to-drink products experienced an extremely strong year, with sales increasing by 101.4 per cent to $16 million.

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Nova Scotia long-term care homes get creative in preparation for visits to resume this week

[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]As it stands, there are only three active cases of COVID-19 in the province, none of which are in long-term care homes.The Oakwood Terrace Nursing Home in Dartmouth is also taking a creative approach to welcoming back visitors. The facility has ordered a large, marquis-style tent that it will pitch in the gardens, meaning visits can take place rain or shine.

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Coronavirus: No new cases reported in Nova Scotia for six days straight

[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]The province says individual facilities will communicate directly with residents and their families to arrange visits.“COVID-19 has been hardest on seniors and those with disabilities living in nursing and special care homes. It has been lonely and difficult, but it has been necessary,” said Premier Stephen McNeil in a statement.“I understand it is not the long-awaited hug you have been craving, but sitting in the fresh air for a visit with a loved one is a good first step.

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N.S. municipality tests viability of four-day work week after coronavirus reorganization

[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]Carroll says the change will see about 60 municipal employees work the same number of hours over a condensed work week, with either Monday or Friday off.He says the move will allow municipal offices to stay open five days a week to serve the public, while giving employees flexibility and more time to deal with family life.Carroll says the pilot project will be evaluated by the end of January and a decision will be made on whether to make the change permanent.This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 15, 2020.

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[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]Licensed child-care centres and family daycare homes are allowed to reopen on Monday at 50 per cent capacity.The province says they can move up to 100 per cent if they are able to meet public health’s COVID-19 guidelines for child care settings.“I want to thank daycare operators and employees across the province for their patience and their hard work to ensure our children are returning to a place where they can safely learn and play with their peers,” said Premier Stephen McNeil in a statement.“I also want to thank parents and caregivers for adapting to having their children at home or making other arrangements.

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Coronavirus: No new cases reported as Nova Scotia active case total drops to 3

COVID-19 on Saturday, with the total number of cases in the province to remain at 1,062.“We must keep working together to follow the public health protocols and keep the spread of this virus as low as possible.”[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]According to the province, there is one licensed long-term care home in Nova Scotia –Northwood in Halifax — with an active case of COVID-19.The QEII Health Sciences Centre’s microbiology lab completed 854 tests on Friday and is operating 24-hours.To date, the province said Nova Scotia has 48,384 negative test results, 1,062 positive COVID-19 cases, 62 deaths, and three active COVID-19 cases.Cases range in age from under 10 to over 90.

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COVID-19 on Saturday, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 1,062.“We must keep working together to follow the public health protocols and keep the spread of this virus as low as possible.”[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]According to the province, there is one licensed long-term care home in Nova Scotia –Northwood in Halifax — with an active case of COVID-19.The QEII Health Sciences Centre’s microbiology lab completed 854 tests on Friday and is operating 24-hours.To date, the province said Nova Scotia has 48,384 negative test results, 1,062 positive COVID-19 cases, 62 deaths, and four active COVID-19 cases.Cases range in age from under 10 to over 90.

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Provincial parks in Nova Scotia reopen next week with COVID-19 guidelines

COVID-19 pandemic, Nova Scotians will still be able to enjoy a camping season, but will need to follow a few health and safety guidelines. “Camping is going to look different this year,” said Sandra Fraser, promotion and development officer with the Department of Lands and Forestry.“We do have lots of reminders throughout the park, with signage and posters at all out facilities to let people know how it’s being operated.”Provincial campgrounds will officially open on Monday, June 15, while bookings opened online only this week to reduce face-to-face interactions with staff.Camping opportunities at provincial parks in Nova Scotia will open Monday w parks operating at a reduced 30 percent capacity.

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Nova Scotia extends state of emergency, reports no new coronavirus cases Friday

COVID-19, the province announced on Friday.That means there remain 1,061 total cases of the novel coronavirus, four of which were still active as of Friday.“Our numbers are moving in the right direction, with no new cases of COVID-19 to report again today,” said Premier Stephen McNeil in a press release.“As we work to reopen our province, I encourage Nova Scotians to continue to follow the public health protocols and keep one another safe.”Provincial health officials are reporting that 995 people have recovered from COVID-19, while 62 people have died.[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]Of the four active cases, two people are in the hospital one of which is in intensive care.There are no cases in the

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Nova Scotia Opposition leaders call for committees to resume as COVID-19 briefings take hiatus

coronavirus news briefings.Progressive Conservative Leader Tim Houston says as the economy begins the process of reopening, so, too, should the committee structure within the legislature.“It’s time now,” Tim Houston said in a phone interview Thursday.“The committees should be restarted right now; that should happen immediately.”Premier Stephen McNeil announced Wednesday that COVID-19 press briefings will be placed on hold while Dr. Robert Strang, the province’s top doctor, follows public health protocol and self-isolates for 14 days.Strang confirmed he would be heading to New Brunswick for a follow-up surgical procedure that isn’t available in Nova Scotia.

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Nova Scotia’s premier takes wait-and-see stand on lifting of regional travel

[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]However, McNeil says if Nova Scotia continues to flatten its curve the province’s first priority will be to ease restrictions at home.

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Coronavirus: No new cases reported as Nova Scotia active case total drops to 4

[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]Sixty-two Nova Scotians have died from the virus.Nova Scotia has a total of 47,145 negative test results.There are no scheduled COVID-19 press briefings for the next two weeks at chief public health officer Dr. Robert Strang self-isolates after returning from New Brunswick for a skin cancer treatment.Questions about COVID-19? Here are some things you need to know:Symptoms can include fever, cough and difficulty breathing — very similar to a cold or flu.

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Dr. Strang to undergo ‘minor’ skin cancer surgery in New Brunswick this week

[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]Dr. Strang did not take any questions on his diagnosis, but said the kind of surgery he requires is not yet available in Nova Scotia.

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No new cases of COVID-19 in Nova Scotia; one foreign case added to official total

[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]To date, 994 cases of the infection are resolved.This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 10, 2020.

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Coronavirus outbreak: N.S. reports 1 new COVID-19 death after investigation

Nova Scotia chief medical officer of health Dr. Robert Strang on Tuesday announced one additional COVID-19-related death in the province, a woman who died “a number of weeks ago” but the death was under investigation to confirm that the novel coronavirus was the cause of death.

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Coronavirus: Nova Scotia reports 1 new death, 1 new case on Tuesday

[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]The province did say, though, there is still one resident at Northwood with an active COVID-19 case.Nova Scotia Premier Stephen McNeil and chief public health officer Dr. Robert Strang will be holding a COVID-19 press briefing Tuesday at 3 p.m.Questions about COVID-19? Here are some things you need to know:Symptoms can include fever, cough and difficulty breathing — very similar to a cold or flu.

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Coronavirus: No new cases reported in Nova Scotia as province changes data reporting system

“essentially zero” and there’s “nothing really robustly to add.” The province says updated data will be provided this week.[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]The province is reporting zero new cases of COVID-19 on Monday, keeping the total at 1,059.The QEII Health Sciences Centre’s microbiology lab completed 293 Nova Scotia tests on Sunday.The province says there is now just one active resident case of COVID-19 connected to Northwood.

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Coronavirus: Nova Scotia reports 1 new case; recovery total remains at 999

novel coronavirus.The new case brings the provincial total to 1,059. There were no new recoveries recorded, so that total remains at 999.The new case was identified in Nova Scotia’s central zone.

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Minister says Yarmouth ferry won’t run if it puts Nova Scotians at risk

coronavirus.Lloyd Hines said on Thursday that he wants to ensure Nova Scotians will remain safe if the ferry between Yarmouth, N.S., and Bar Harbor, Maine, launches for its first commercial season.“I know there’s some anxiety out there that there might be an avenue for (COVID-19) on the ferry and I want to make sure that people understand that door will not be opened,” said Hines.The federal government has closed the border between the U.S.

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No new cases of coronavirus identified as more businesses in Nova Scotia reopen Friday

novel coronavirus on Friday, with the total number of confirmed cases remaining at 1,058.Friday also marks the day that bars and restaurants across Nova Scotia are reopening after being closed nearly three months due to the pandemic.The government also announced that Northwood, the long-term care home in Halifax, currently has only one resident and one staff with actives cases.“It remains important for Nova Scotians to strictly adhere to the public health order and directives – practise good hand washing and other hygiene steps, maintain a physical distance of two metres or six feet from those not in your household or family household bubble,” the province said in a statement.“And limit planned gatherings of people outside your household or

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Nova Scotia’s bars, restaurants and barber shops to reopen after coronavirus shutdown

COVID-19 pandemic.Under the province’s reopening plan, dining rooms can start allowing customers again starting Friday.Most of these businesses will be required to operate at 50 per cent capacity to ensure proper physical distancing.And staff must wear personal protective equipment such as masks and gloves.Hair salons and barber shops will also be offering a different experience for customers, and many will likely raise prices to cover lost business and increased overheard.Some health services will also reopen, including dentists, optometrists, chiropractors and physiotherapists.This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 5, 2020.[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]Questions about

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Coronavirus: Nova Scotia reports 1 new death as active case total continues to drop

Nova Scotia is reporting one new death connected to novel coronavirus on Thursday and no new cases.

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Excitement, caution as bars and restaurants to reopen in Nova Scotia

Nova Scotia bars and restaurants that have been closed for months because of COVID-19 restrictions will finally reopen Friday with a mix of optimism and concern.

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Nova Scotia health-care workers calling for more support in child care

Nova Scotia announced Tuesday that child-care centres will be opening June 15 beginning with 50 per cent capacity.

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