Rapid Antigen Testing update From Monday morning, rapid antigen tests will be made available at all Auckland testing sites to those who fit the appropriate clinical criteria.

The site will determine which test (PCR or a rapid antigen test) is best for you Access to rapid antigen tests will be expanded further during the coming week.

As the outbreak grows more people will have COVID and there will be more close contacts we need to test. As planned we will now increase the use of RATs in phase 2 and phase 3 of our response in order to relieve pressure on the PCR testing and reserve it for those most likely to have COVID.

As we’ve previously said, only those with symptoms or who have been identified as close contacts of a case, or directed by a health professional to get tested should be turning up at testing sites.

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Tennis champ Novak Djokovic breaks ties with longtime coach Marian Vajda

DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - FEBRUARY 23: Novak Djokovic of Serbia returns the ball in the second round match against Karen Khachanov of Russia during day 10 of the Dubai Duty Free Tennis at Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium on February 23, 2022 in Dub Novak Djokovic and coach Marian Vajda are no longer working together, splitting up after 15 years and 20 Grand Slam titles.A statement that went up on Djokovic’s website on Tuesday said that the two men "agreed to end their partnership" after last year’s season-ending ATP Finals."Marian has been by my side during the most important and memorable moments in my career," Djokovic said in the posting. "Together we have achieved some incredible things and I am very grateful for his friendship and dedication over the last 15 years.

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Ontario judge declines to impose COVID-19 vaccines on children

COVID-19 is what’s best for them simply because it’s encouraged by the government, noting a number of factors – including the children’s own preferences – must be taken into account.In a decision issued last week, Superior Court Justice Alex Pazaratz rejected a father’s motion to have his two younger children – ages 12 and 10 – vaccinated despite their mother’s and their own objections, and cautioned against dismissing certain viewpoints without evidence. COVID-19 vaccine rate for children remains low amid Omicron wave The ruling represents a departure from earlier Canadian cases involving disputes over COVID-19 vaccinations, where courts have taken what’s called “judicial notice” – essentially accepting statements as fact – that immunization is beneficial for children, said Alyssa Bach, an associate lawyer at Shulman & Partners LLP.“We now have cases where judges have taken that judicial notice that the vaccine is in the best interest, and now one where it was decided that that wasn’t the case.

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Polls show Americans less worried about COVID-19

Two new polls offer a glimpse into how Americans are thinking about the COVID-19 pandemic as the Omicron surge continues to recede across the country, as new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) demonstrate moderate vaccine protection in young children against serious COVID illness.

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New Brunswick schools see high case counts as province prepares to lift restrictions

COVID-19 continues to spread in schools, according to the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development, with roughly 11,063 cases having been reported since Sept. 7.Out of the 294 schools in the public school system, 291 have been impacted by the virus since Sept.

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COVID-19: Nova Scotia reports 2 deaths, 4 more hospitalizations

COVID-19 on Tuesday, bringing the total number of coronavirus-related fatalities to 202.In a release, the province said a woman in her 70s and a woman in her 90s, both in the Central Zone, have died.Four more people have been hospitalized due to COVID-19 and two people have been discharged. There are now a total of 48 people in hospital — up by three since Monday — who are receiving specialized care in a designated unit, including 11 people in ICU.The age range of those in hospital is two to 92 years old, and the median age is 62.

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Quebec’s Côte-Nord region recovering despite high COVID-19 transmission rate: health officials

Côte-Nord region has the highest COVID-19 transmission rate in the province, but health officials in the area 500 kilometres north of Quebec City say the situation is improving.There are 500 cases per 100,000 people in the northern region, which has a population of about 90,000. Provincewide, there are 171 active cases per 100,000 people.Health authorities on Tuesday said there were 47 COVID-19 patients in the region’s hospitals, down six from last week.

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Dementia patients died at higher rates during pandemic

Medicare beneficiaries with Alzheimer's disease or other types of dementia—particularly nursing home residents and racial minorities—died at higher rates than others during the COVID-19 pandemic, finds a large study published yesterday in JAMA Neurology.

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News Scan for Mar 01, 2022

Fewer than half of US states requiring COVID-19 vaccination or routine testing of schoolteachers included childcare professionals in their mandates, leaving some young children vulnerable to infection by unvaccinated caregivers, according to a study yesterday in JAMA Pediatrics.Yale University researchers reviewed official archives of COVID-rela

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Mardi Gras 2022: ‘Fat Tuesday’ celebrations return as COVID-19 cases drop

A costumed reveler attends the 2022 Krewe of Freret parade on February 19, 2022 in New Orleans, Louisiana. 2021 Mardi Gras parades were cancelled in an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19. (Photo by Erika Goldring/Getty Images)Mardi Gras couldn’t have come at a better time during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic as cases and hospitalizations drop and states ease restrictions. Revelers decked out in traditional purple, green and gold came out to party on Fat Tuesday in New Orleans’ first full-dress Mardi Gras since 2020.

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2nd COVID death reported in Waterloo Region in as many days

Waterloo Public Health reported Tuesday a COVID-related death in the region.“Today we are reporting one death in our community related to COVID-19,” said Dr. Hsiu-Li Wang, medical officer of health, on Tuesday.“The individual was a male in his 70s.

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TVDSB lifting vaccine mandates for community use of school facilities

Thames Valley District School Board say COVID-19 vaccination mandates will be lifted on Thursday when it comes to the use of facilities during non-school hours by not-for-profit community groups.It comes as the province lifted proof-of-vaccination and capacity rules Tuesday, along with most other COVID-19 public health measures, save for mask mandates.The TVDSB says permit holders may choose to continue requiring proof of vaccination after Thursday.Face masks must also continue to be worn on school premises, with requirements followed dependent on the activity.“Additionally, up to two nonparticipants for each participant, such as spectators, will be allowed inside the school facility during the hours of rental,” the board said in a statement. London Ont., concert venues and restaurants hopeful COVID-19 restrictions will stay loosened As of Tuesday, mask mandates remain in place across Ontario, but businesses like gyms, cinemas and restaurants no longer need to check patrons’ vaccination status.Remaining capacity limits have also been lifted for venues such as nightclubs, sporting arenas and concert halls.

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COVID-19: End of 2 more public health measures in Ontario supported by the numbers, experts say

COVID-19 and its capacity limits is a reasonable step based on what public health data is telling us amid the ongoing global pandemic.Hamilton Health Sciences (HHS) epidemiologist Dr. Dominik Mertz told Global News that despite some provincial wastewater data showing a bit of an uptick in coronavirus, current health-care metrics continue to improve.

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COVID-19: LHSC caring for 47 inpatients, MLHU reports 42 cases, no deaths

Last Tuesday, LHSC was caring for 64 COVID-19 inpatients with nine adults in the intensive care unit.There are five or fewer COVID-19 inpatients in Children’s Hospital with five or fewer in pediatric critical care, down from seven inpatients with five or fewer in critical care a week ago. LHSC says of its 47 COVID-19 inpatients, 13 are being treated for COVID-19, while 34 are being treated with COVID-19, meaning they were admitted for a different reason and were found to have an incidental COVID-19 infection.

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Western-involved study shows positive impacts of physical activity on COVID outcomes

British Journal of Sports Medicine, looked at physical activity data involving more than 65,000 adult patients from South Africa who had COVID-19 between March 2020 and June 2021.Researchers found that patients with moderate to high levels of physical activity — 60 to 149 minutes per week, and 150-plus minutes per week, respectively — were associated with lower rates of hospitalization, ICU admission, ventilation, and death compared to those with low activity levels, defined as zero to 59 minutes per week. Ontario reacts as province lifts most COVID-19 restrictions The 65,361 patients involved in the study were all from South Africa and accounted for demographics and comorbidities, the study says.

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New Brunswick reports two more COVID-19 deaths

COVID-19: N.B. businesses ready to move on from proof of vaccination The province has reported a total of 306 COVID-19-related deaths since the start of the pandemic.Eighty-six people are hospitalized because of COVID-19 — a drop of three from Monday.

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Ontario reacts as province lifts most COVID-19 restrictions

COVID-19 public health measures.Mask mandates remain in place but businesses like gyms, cinemas and restaurants no longer need to check patrons’ vaccination status and remaining capacity limits lifted for venues such as nightclubs, sporting arenas and concert halls. There’s also no longer a limit on the size of social gatherings.In north Toronto, as residents met up with friends and co-workers to grab a bite, several said they were comfortable with the restrictions lifting.Toronto resident Dan Cronin said he thinks it’s time for fewer public health measures.

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Asian grandmother struck in head with rock dies 3 months later

NEW YORK - A Queens woman who was struck in the head with a rock in a random attack the day after Thanksgiving died last week, her family confirmed during a news conference Tuesday.QuiYing Ma, 61, was sweeping outside her apartment when Elisaul Perez, 33, approached her and smashed her in the head with the rock, said police.The incident occurred just after 8 a.m. on 89th Street in Jackson Heights.Ma, who was originally from China, was taken to Elmhurst Hospital where she remained in critical condition before dying on Feb.

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Donors making a difference: in the lives of women and girls

This week’s stories, gathered from our regional offices, show ways that WHO is using donor contributions to safeguard the health of women around the world.

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Quebec logs 14 new COVID-19 deaths as hospitalizations remain on downswing

COVID-19 as hospital numbers dipped slightly Tuesday.The number of pandemic-related hospitalizations came to 1,439, a decrease of seven within the past 24 hours. This includes 90 intensive care unit cases, a fall of four.This comes after 86 patients were admitted to hospitals across the province while 93 were released in the last day.The province recorded 698 new cases of the novel coronavirus, though this isn’t representative of the situation since PCR screening is limited to certain groups.

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Kenney to drop vaccine mandate for healthcare workers: document

COVID-19 vaccination mandate for staff, a move that experts say may unnecessarily endanger vulnerable patients.“Effective March 15, 2022, Alberta Health Services shall rescind its current Immunization Or Testing For COVID-19 Policy,” states a recent draft directive from Copping to Alberta Health Services that was obtained by Global News.Alberta’s former chief medical officer of health, Dr. Jim Talbot, questioned the rationale behind the proposed directive.

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Toronto Zoo to continue checking for proof of COVID vaccination

Toronto Zoo says it will continue checking for proof of vaccination against COVID-19, likely until at least the end of April.In a statement posted to social media, the zoo said that while the province is easing more COVID-19 measures Tuesday, it will keep all of its policies in place.“We understand that high community vaccination rates continue to reduce the risk of serious illness in humans,” the statement said. Capacity restrictions, proof of vaccination system eliminated as Ontario reopens further “Your Toronto Zoo’s animals remain vulnerable to the risks of COVID-19 infection, and as such we will continue to employ all measures that ensure their continued protection and wellbeing.

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Queen Elizabeth Photographed for First Time Since Death Hoax, COVID-19 Diagnosis

Queen Elizabeth II was seen for the first time today since she was the victim of a death hoax. This was also her first virtual appearance since she was diagnosed with COVID-19 on February 20, 2022.

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Will Omicron BA.2 lead to Covid 4th wave? Scientists answer what's next

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Ontario COVID numbers: 914 people in hospital, 278 in intensive care

COVID on Tuesday, with 278 in intensive care units.This is up by 65 hospitalizations but a decrease of one in ICUs since the previous day. Last Tuesday, there were 1,038 hospitalizations with 319 in ICU.The province recently began distinguishing between those who were admitted to hospital directly because of COVID, and those who were admitted for other reasons but tested positive for the virus.Of the 914 people in hospital with COVID-19, 45 per cent of them were admitted because of the virus, while 55 per cent were admitted for other reasons but tested positive for COVID-19.Of the 278 people in ICUs with the virus, 80 per cent were admitted because of COVID, while 20 per cent were admitted for other reasons.

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Delhi reports 344 new Covid-19 cases, positivity rate at 0.8%

Delhi in the last 24 hours, taking the cumulative tally to 18,60,236, said the state health department on Tuesday. The positivity rate has reached 0.80%.

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Scottish Government announces 21 deaths and 7,497 covid cases in last 24 hours

The Scottish Government has confirmed that 21 people have died from coronavirus in the last 24 hours.

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Scottish Government announces 'important changes' to Covid testing guidance

The Scottish Government has updated its guidance on lateral flow tests as the country continues to emerge from the worst of Omicron Covid wave.

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COVID-19 wastewater needs other data: researcher

Wastewater data has provided some key insight into COVID-19 decision making over the past two years and while still important, it may not offer the insight it once did.

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Some Saskatchewan businesses not ready to ditch masks as COVID-19 measures lifted

Saskatchewan entered a new era in the fight against COVID-19 on Feb. 28 with the lifting of all provincial mandates, but many are not quite ready to ditch the mask.

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Queen Elizabeth Recovers From COVID-19, Has Outing with Prince William, Kate Middleton & Their Kids!

We’re happy to report that it appears as if the Queen has recovered from COVID-19!

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Queen Elizabeth Is Seen for the First Time Since COVID Diagnosis, Returns to Virtual Duties

Queen Elizabeth II is back to her virtual duties! The 95-year-old monarch was seen for the first time on Tuesday since testing positive for COVID last month. ET previously reported that the queen is double vaccinated and boosted. After postponing several virtual events due to her illness, the British monarch held two virtual audiences from Windsor Castle with the ambassadors of Andorra, Carles Jordan Madero, and Chad, Kedella Younous Hamidi, as well as Soraia Maria Valls Pinilla. For the occasion, Elizabeth was seen in green looking to be in good spirits. In addition to postponing several virtual events due to illness, the queen also postponed a diplomatic reception planned to take place at Windsor Castle on Wednesday due to the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia. Though Elizabeth has avoided public appearances, ET previously learned that she was carrying on with «light duties» amid her COVID battle, which included keeping up with her red boxes, which contain government advisories and parliamentary papers at her desk. Last week, a source confirmed to ET that the queen did have her weekly call with UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson.

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Queen returns to royal duties nine days after testing positive for Covid-19

The Queen has returned to her royal duties nine days after testing positive for Covid-19, Buckingham Palace have confirmed. Her Majesty, 95, felt well enough to speak to foreign diplomates after postponing a number of engagements last week. One Tuesday 1 March, the 95 year old received two audiences from His Excellency Mr Carles Jordana Madero and His Excellency Mr Kedella Younous Hamidi.

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South Africa records zero covid deaths, first time since May 2020

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Explained: What is Covid tongue and how can you spot it

Omicron is causing 'milder' infections as compared to Delta, the variant has significantly changed the future course of COVID mostly because of 3 reasons. First, the variant spreads faster than the previously identified ones. Second, it shows immune escape properties. Third, people infected with Omicron have reported a wide range of symptoms that are distinct from one another. Recent studies have shown apart from flu-like symptoms like sore throat, fever and body ache, patients are also complaining of irritations in skin, tongue and other parts, which are less talked about but can be equally disturbing.

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Some sectors still heavily reliant on Covid supports at the end of 2021

The accommodation and food services sector continued to be heavily reliant on Government Covid supports in the fourth quarter of 2021, according to the latest figures from the Central Statistics Office.

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State of the Union: Biden to hold annual address as world focuses on Russia-Ukraine crisis

U.S. President Joe Biden speaks during a joint session of Congress at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., U.S., on Wednesday, April 28, 2021.

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Nearly all COVID-19 public health measures are now lifted in Alberta

COVID-19 public health measures have now been lifted in Alberta.On Saturday morning, Premier Jason Kenney announced the province would move into Stage 2 of its reopening plan on March 1. Alberta to end most remaining COVID-19 restrictions on March 1 This marks the end to all indoor and outdoor public gathering limits, the lifting of capacity limits at large entertainment venues and the end of the provincial work-from-home order.

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Police: Woman dies after being shot in the head in Strawberry Mansion

Police are investigating after a woman was found shot and killed in Strawberry Mansion on Tuesday morning. PHILADELPHIA - The Philadelphia Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting that took place early Tuesday morning.According to police, officers responded to the 3400 block of West Huntingdon Street in Port Richmond after receiving multiple 911 calls about a shooting.Authorities say a woman was found on the sidewalk with a gunshot wound to her head.She was bleeding and unresponsive, according to police.After being rushed to the hospital, she was pronounced dead at 4:31 a.m., police say.Police say there was no identification on her and she is currently listed as a Jane Doe.Chief Inspector Scott Small said the only items at the scene were a set of car keys near her body. No shell casings or ballistic evidence was found near her, according to Small.Police believe at least five bullets were shot because several houses on the street were struck by gunfire, authorities say.Several houses on Huntingdon Street were also struck by gunfire, according to police. This is a developing story.

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Queen enjoys 'reunion' with Kate, William and beloved great-grandchildren after Covid

Queen Elizabeth reportedly enjoyed a reunion with some of her beloved family as she continued her recovery from Covid-19.The 95 year old is said to have spent some time with Prince William, Kate Middleton and their children Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis after coming out of self-isolation. Great-grandmother Queen Elizabeth, is also said to have enjoyed a catch-up with Princess Beatrice and her baby daughter Sienna over the weekend.

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Most members of LOONA diagnosed with COVID-19

LOONA have tested positive for COVID-19.On February 28, Blockberry Creative announced via LOONA’s fan cafe that three of the girl group’s members, Haseul, Yeojin and Vivi had been diagnosed with the virus two days prior. As a result, the group will not be participating in the filming for episode of the upcoming second season of Mnet’s TV competition Queendom.Earlier today (March 1), the agency shared that other eight members – Heejin, Kim Lip, Jinsoul, Choerry, Yves, Chuu, Go Won and Olivia Hye – have also been diagnosed with COVID-19 since their previous announcement.

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Covid in Scotland LIVE as vaccine passports and face mask rule in classroom ends

Several coronavirus rules have been relaxed across Scotland as the country attempts to live with the deadly virus.

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Eddie Vedder discusses contracting COVID-19: “It felt pretty serious”

Pearl Jam frontman Eddie Vedder opened up to the crowd about his experience contracting COVID-19.“I got the COVID right before we were supposed to start practicing, probably five, six weeks ago, and literally saw my life flash in front of my eyes,” Vedder said while addressing the audience at Los Angeles’ YouTube Theater on February 25, after his daughter Olivia performed her Flag Day track ‘My Father’s Daughter’.“I’ve done some very good things for my body and I’ve also had a lot of fun and I’ve done some things that would be termed some kind of abuse,” he joked. “I won’t get into the details.

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Uttarakhand relaxes Covid curbs as cases sink. Check new guidelines here

Covid-19 cases in the country, the Uttarakhand government has allowed the opening up of swimming pools and water parks in the state. However, political rallies and demonstrations remained prohibited until March 10, 2022. The presence of employees in all the offices of the state will be ensured with full capacity, the state government said in its order.Government of Uttarakhand allows the opening up of swimming pools and water parks in the state. pic.twitter.com/xQKQMwv7wt

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COVID-19 Response: Living with COVID-19

HTML PDF, 1.99 MB, 63 pages This file may not be suitable for users of assistive technology.This document outlines the government’s plan for living with COVID-19. This plan - underpinned by vaccines - will remove the remaining legal domestic restrictions while continuing to protect people most vulnerable to COVID-19 and maintaining resilience.

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Covid-19 updates: India records 6,915 cases in a day

Covid-19 vaccine doses administered in India have crossed 177.67 crore on Monday, the Union Health Ministry said. Over 2 crore precaution doses have been given to healthcare and frontline workers and comorbid people aged 60 and above.

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Covid-19: India logs 6,915 new cases, active tally falls below 1 lakh

COVID-19 infections in the last 24 hours, India on Tuesday witnessed a drop in the daily cases, the Union Ministry of Health informed, taking India's total tally to 42,931,045. The death toll has climbed to 5,14,023 with 180 daily fatalities, the data updated at 8 am stated.

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COVID-19: Toronto District School Board receives 1st shipment of medical masks for students

Toronto District School Board (TDSB) has received its first shipment of medical masks for students, as schools continue to navigate the COVID-19 pandemic.In an email to Global News Monday evening, Ryan Bird a spokesperson for TDSB, confirmed the board has received its first shipment of level 3 medical masks.According to Bird, the board has received two sizes of the masks.He said “they’ll begin being delivered to schools” on Tuesday.

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B.C. COVID-19 numbers trending in right direction

Global’s Keith Baldrey has the latest on B.C.’s COVID-19 numbers trending down, and what we might expect from Tuesday’s briefing with Dr. Bonnie Henry and Health Minister Adrian Dix.

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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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