At Thursday’s COVID-19 briefing, CKNW reporter Srushti Gandev asks provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry about the possibility of asymptomatic spread in the province and what the official stance is on testing asymptomatic people who have been in close contact with others who have tested positive for the virus..

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Police: Two men wanted for armed robbery of Domino’s Pizza in North Philadelphia

PHILADELPHIA - Investigators with the Philadelphia Police Department are searching for two men wanted in connection with an armed robbery at a Domino’s Pizza in North Philadelphia. According to police, the robbery took place on Monday around 1:00 a.m. at the location on 2628 N.

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Chinese city uses traffic lights to enforce stay-at-home covid order

China enacted a similar traffic light change after one case was detected in November, only to repeal it amid outcry on social media.

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Winter Olympics: Team Canada fans outraged over $68 Lululemon red mittens

Winter Olympics since 1998 in Nagano, Japan.She has a decade’s worth of knitted red mittens, purchased every year since their debut as part of the Canadian Olympic uniform in 2010.But this year Reid says she won’t be buying anything, because after the merchandising partnership changed hands from Hudson’s Bay to Lululemon, she considers the prices too steep to justify.“They were a great, affordable way to show Canadian Olympic pride and some of the money goes to support our national team,” Reid says of her iconic mittens.“I looked at the Lululemon site and I was pretty surprised to see the prices. I was OK with The Bay’s mittens going up to $20, but $68 for a pair is too much for me.”Reid isn’t alone.

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COVID-19: Edmonton, Calgary school boards weigh in on Kenney dropping mask mandate for kids

COVID-19: Kenney announces Alberta vaccine passport program ending at midnight In a letter to school authorities, Education Minister Adriana LaGrange outlined the impact that relaxing COVID-19 restrictions will have on schools and students.“I have been encouraged to see a downward trend in the number of Alberta schools shifted to at-home learning over the last few weeks,” she said.“At the peak of the fifth wave, there were 29 schools that were shifted to at-home learning, and today, only seven of the over 2,500-plus schools in our province remain learning at home.”Please see my letter to school authorities below: pic.twitter.com/Z3sph78dDv— Adriana LaGrange (@AdrianaLaGrange) February 9, 2022LaGrange said the masking requirement that will be removed effective Feb. 14 will apply to any students in schools or on school buses.

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Trucker convoy: Kids in 25% of vehicles could ‘complicate’ response, cops say

Freedom Convoy” trucks and say their presence “complicates” efforts to end the demonstration.More than 100 of the trucks remaining as part of the nearly two-week-long protest in downtown Ottawa are estimated to have kids living in them, OPS Deputy Chief Steve Bell told media in a briefing Tuesday afternoon.“Almost 25 per cent of the 418 trucks have children living in them — children who could be at risk during a police operation,” Bell said.“There’s a multitude of concerns” he said, citing effects from carbon monoxide, diesel fumes, cold, noise and a lack of access to sanitation on kids. Trucker convoy — Here’s what the 10-day injunction against horns includes Ottawa police have tapped the Children’s Aid Society (CAS) for advice on how to proceed with enforcement operations in the downtown core.They’re not seeking to take the kids out of the trucks or away from their parents at this stage, Bell said, but will follow the recommendations of CAS.“We’re not at the stage of looking to do any sort of enforcement activity around that,” he said.“We just think it’s an important factor that complicates and makes this an even more challenging operation.”To date, police and bylaw officers have issued more than 1,300 tickets for traffic violations, made 23 arrests and have 85 active criminal investigations related to the protest, which began as a response to vaccination mandates but has expanded to include a wide umbrella of anti-government sentiment.OPS are also liaising with U.S.

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₹808 cr claims to kin of healthcare workers who died of covid: Minister

₹808 crore to families of 1,616 deceased healthcare workers from 33 states and UTs, who were involved in fighting the COVID-19 pandemic, Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya in a written reply to a question in Rajya Sabha on Tuesday.

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Sri Lanka to consider vaccinating kids below 12

COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka’s Health Ministry said that it is conducting a study on the possibility of vaccinating children below the age of 12.Deputy Director-General of Health Services, Dr. G.

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CHOP endorses optional masks in school districts with low COVID-19 numbers

PHILADELPHIA - As a winter surge of COVID-19 cases brought on by the highly-infectious Omicron variant continues to recede, some states have set a deadline for lifting mask mandates in schools. While the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has stood by its recommendation for students to wear masks in school, New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy said this week that individual districts will have the power to set mask rules after Mar.

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International tensions causing higher gas prices stateside, experts say

PHILADELPHIA - Gas prices continue to climb across the nation as experts claim rising tensions at the Russia-Ukraine border is pushing up the cost of crude oil. According to AAA, the national average for a gallon of gas jumped roughly 7 cents last week. Closer to home, AAA Mid-Atlantic says the average price of a gallon of regular gas in New Jersey on Friday was $3.44."Financially, yeah, it hurts," said Fatima Robinson, a Lyft driver from Fairmount.

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DWP updates PIP guidance for assessments involving people with mental health conditions

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced significant changes to its guidance for health professionals carrying out Personal Independence Payment (PIP) assessments across the UK.

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India adds 71,765 new cases of coronavirus, 1,217 deaths in 24 hrs

coronavirus cases have surged to 41,610,976. On the other hand, the fatalities count has surged to 5,05,279, which accounts for 1.19% of the total caseload.

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Glenmark Pharma launches nasal spray for treatment of Covid patients in India

COVID-19 who have high risk of progression of the disease.

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Mahindra Lifespaces offers group health insurance for homebuyers

₹3 lakh and ₹5 lakh. The Group Care 360 policy is underwritten by Care Health Insurance. This scheme will ensure access to quality healthcare services for all homeowners in the project.

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With declining Covid-19 cases, restrictions to be eased in Kerala, Mumbai soon

Mumbai will be unlocked by the end of February, mayor Kishori Pednekar said on Tuesday, according to news agency ANI. "We have made up our minds," she also said, while stressing not to show laxity in adherence to Covid protocol. "It is essential for the people to wear masks and observe social distancing," Pednekar also said.

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COVID-19: Alberta doctors, mayors react to Kenney removing vaccine passport, restrictions

announced plans to lift COVID-19 restrictions in phases on Tuesday. COVID-19: Kenney announces Alberta vaccine passport program ending at midnight “It’s time for us to learn to live with COVID-19,” he said at a press conference, listing the challenges of the pandemic: disrupting livelihoods, dividing people and hurting mental health.“It’s time to let kids be kids.”Kenney said the restrictions exemption program has “outlived its useful purpose,” announcing that after Feb.

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COVID-19: Kenney announces Alberta vaccine passport program ending at midnight

Alberta’s COVID-19 vaccine passport program will cease to exist when the clock strikes midnight on Feb. 9, and almost all public health restrictions will be lifted March 1 if the situation in hospitals continues to improve, Premier Jason Kenney announced Tuesday.

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Killer cop Wayne Couzens 'suffering badly' and 'seriously ill' with Covid in prison

Murderer Wayne Couzens has been placed in isolation after catching Covid in prison. The rapist cop who served as an officer for the Metropolitan Police force is currently serving a full life sentence for the murder of Sarah Everard.The 48-year-old is said to have caught the virus while serving time in HMP Frankland in Durham, with reports stating he is "seriously ill".Wayne is one of less than 20 prisoners in the Durham jail who have contracted Covid.It's been reported that a section of the prison has been closed off to stop the spread of the virus, with food and drink being left at the foot of the door of Wayne's isolated cell.A source told The Sun: "People have been talking about karma, but it looks like he will be OK.

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McConnell rebukes RNC, calls Jan. 6 'violent insurrection'

WASHINGTON, DC - JUNE 21: Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., walks from his office to the Senate floor at the U.S. Capitol on June 21, 2021, in Washington, D.C.

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B.C. reports 155 new cases of COVID-19 and one new death

COVID-19 and one new death on Friday.In a written statement, health officials said the number of active cases climbed again to 1,513, while another 3,713 people were isolating due to potential exposure. B.C.

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B.C. confirms first case of rare inflammatory syndrome in children linked to COVID-19

COVID-19.At her Thursday briefing, provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry said the case of multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children, known as MIS-C, involved a child younger than five who had since recovered and returned home.The case was confirmed when serology testing revealed this week the child had contracted COVID-19, Henry said.

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Dr. Bonnie Henry on importance of good technique on ‘International Handwashing Day’

Speaking at her COVID-19 briefing, provincial health officer Dr.

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B.C. officials confirm first case of MIS-C in the province

B.C’s top doctor Bonnie Henry says the province has confirmed its first case of multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children, or MIS-C.

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Dr. Bonnie Henry announces another 142 new cases of COVID-19, no additional deaths

Provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry provides an update on COVID-19 cases in B.C. on Thursday, Oct. 15. Active cases continued to climb, reaching 1,494, while another 3,683 people were in isolation due to possible exposure.

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B.C. health officials to provide COVID-19 update Thursday

COVID-19 update at 3 p.m. PT on Thursday.Global News will stream the briefing live here, on our Facebook page and carry it on BC1.

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B.C. reports 158 new COVID-19 cases, no new deaths

COVID-19 on Wednesday.It marks the 13th consecutive day the province has reported more than 100 new cases of the disease. B.C.

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B.C. officials announce 549 new cases over COVID-19 over four days

Provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry provides an update on COVID-19 cases on Tuesday, Oct.

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‘Pare it down’: B.C.’s top doctor urges caution after COVID-19 exposures linked to sports

COVID-19 connected to recreational sports such as soccer and hockey over the last few weeks.Dr. Bonnie Henry said some sports facilities have had to close as a result of the exposures.“What I’m really talking about is the concerns that we’ve seen where there’s been some situations where parents have been together on the sidelines or the teams get together afterward,” Dr.

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Mixed messages about how long a person with COVID-19 is contagious

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Dr. Bonnie Henry on rise in COVID-19 cases linked to recreational sports

B.C.’s top doctor urged caution amid a rise in COVID-19 cases linked to recreational sports. Dr. Bonnie Henry said recreational athletes should stick to participating in one league rather than multiple leagues.

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B.C.’s top doctor to provide four days of COVID-19 data Tuesday

COVID-19 data on Tuesday afternoon.The province last provided an update on Friday, when provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry reported 119 new cases of the disease and no new deaths.B.C.’s COVID-19 death toll stands at 245.The number of active cases topped 1,400 on Friday, while another 3,180 people were in isolation due to possible exposure.

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B.C. reports 119 new COVID-19 cases, active cases edge upward again

COVID-19 on Friday, and no new deaths.The number of active cases edged upward once again to 1,406, while another 3,180 people were in isolation due to possible exposure.The majority of the cases (79) were in the Fraser Health region. Thirty-five cases were in the Vancouver Coastal health region, two were in each of the Island and Interior health regions, and one was in the Northern Health region.Two island, two interior,Health workers conducted about 11,225 tests in a 24-hour period, with 1.06 per cent coming back positive.

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B.C. officials report 119 new cases of COVID-19 heading into Thanksgiving long weekend

B.C. health officials release a written statement with the daily COVID-19 numbers for Friday, Oct. 9. Legislative Bureau Chief Keith Baldrey has analysis as well as an update on next week’s Dr. Bonnie Henry’s live briefing schedule.

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B.C.’s top doctor provides tips for a safe Thanksgiving

COVID-19 pandemic.Dr. Bonnie Henry said Thursday that those who want to celebrate Thanksgiving this weekend should do so with a small group of people who are already in their social bubble.Dining outside is a safer choice and food should come in individual servings rather than served buffet-style, Henry said.

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B.C. officials report 110 new cases of COVID-19 as the province exceeds 10,000 total cases

Provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry provides an update on COVID-19 cases on Thursday, Oct.

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Dr. Bonnie Henry’s health and safety advice for B.C. businesses

Dr. Bonnie Henry says she has received many questions recently from businesses about what they should be doing if somebody on their team tests positive for COVID-19 or is home sick and is waiting for testing.

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B.C. health officials to provide live coronavirus briefing Thursday

COVID-19 response at 3 p.m. PT, Thursday.Global News will stream the briefing live here, on our Facebook page and carry it on BC1.

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B.C. flattening COVID-19 curve, but ‘not out of the woods’ yet

British Columbia provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry says the province’s COVID-19 curve is flattening again, with transmission rates becoming more manageable.

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Parents, teachers call for greater transparency of COVID exposures in schools

B.C. parents and teachers are calling for more transparency about COVID-19 exposures in schools. Grace Ke has the details, and the response from provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry.

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West Vancouver parents demand more information about COVID-19 school exposures

COVID-19 exposures in schools.In an open letter to provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry and Vancouver Coastal Health Chief Medical Health Officer Dr.

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B.C. modelling numbers show the latest COVID-19 impact on school-age kids

B.C.’s top doctor Bonnie Henry shows the latest COVID-19 modelling data for September and reports on how children under the age of 19 are ‘underrepresented’ when it comes to virus transmission and hospitalization numbers in the province.

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B.C. health officials report 358 new cases of COVID-19 and four deaths since Friday

Provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry provides an update on COVID-19 cases on Monday, October 5, for the previous 72-hours.

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B.C. reports 358 new COVID-19 cases and four deaths over three days

COVID-19 over a three-day period and four new deaths.Dr. Bonnie Henry confirmed 130 cases from Friday to Saturday, 108 cases from Saturday to Sunday, and 120 cases from Sunday to Monday.The four deaths bring the province’s COVID-19 death toll to 242.There are 1,353 active cases in the province, an increase of 51 since Friday.[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]Sixty-six COVID-19 patients are in hospital, an increase of three.

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B.C. provincial health officer to present latest COVID-19 modelling data on Monday

COVID-19 in the province.Dr. Bonnie Henry is expected to focus part of the presentation on the impacts the return to school has had on the spread of the novel coronavirus and cases among school-aged children.Numbers show COVID-19 cases in kids under the age of 10 increased 67 per cent from Sept.

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B.C. finalizing guidance on how to safely celebrate Thanksgiving, Halloween and Remembrance Day

With Thanksgiving, Halloween, Remembrance Day and even Christmas on the horizon, provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry is finalizing guidance on how British Columbians can safely mark traditionally social holidays during COVID-19.

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More Metro Vancouver schools report COVID-19 exposures

COVID-19.The Surrey School District on Thursday reported a COVID-19 exposure at K.B. Woodward Elementary and Rosemary Heights Elementary.

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B.C. parents watching closely as number of COVID-19-positive kids climbs

COVID-19 since schools reopened last month.According to the B.C. Centre for Disease Control, there were 178 cases among kids under 10 years old on Sept. 10.

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B.C. health officials report 82 new cases of COVID-19, after a record number of tests conducted

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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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