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14.01.2022 / 06:33

COVID-19 vaccines still mandatory for Canadian cross-border truckers, feds say

Truck drivers crossing into Canada will need to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 starting Saturday, despite a statement sent “in error” from the Canada Border Services Agency late Wednesday that appeared to reverse course on the mandate.

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Alberta reaches highest-ever active cases of COVID-19 as rapid tests still scarce

On Thursday, there were 62,000 active lab-confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Alberta — the highest amount ever in the province since the pandemic began. It comes as COVID-19 rapid antigen test kits are still hard to come by.

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Look ahead to Friday’s B.C. government COVID-19 briefing about hospitalization numbers

Global’s Keith Baldrey looks ahead to Friday’s COVID-19 briefing by the B.C. government, and what it’s expected to say about hospitalizations.

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Health Matters: Alberta research team building better antiviral drugs

Health Matters January 13: University of Alberta researchers have figured out how to improve Remdesivir — currently the only drug approved to treat COVID-19 in Canada — so it can work for more viruses. And as Su-Ling Goh reports, they say it’s important for the world to have better antivirals for future pandemics.

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Cross-border truck drivers face COVID-19 vaccination mandate

The federal government is correcting erroneous information released, and says border-crossing Canadian truck drivers must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

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Vaccination rates stall for Canadian kids aged 5 to 11

Provinces are working to immunize younger Canadians against COVID-19, but vaccination rates are slowing among children aged five to 11. Jamie Mauracher explains why some parents are hesitating.

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Data still available to monitor COVID-19 trends despite lack of PCR testing in Alberta

Alberta’s chief medical officer of health Dr. Deena Hinshaw is reassuring Albertans that despite limited eligibility for PCR testing, the province is still monitoring data from other sources to show trends in COVID-19 transmissions.

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Kenney hopeful at-home COVID-19 test kits will be available ‘later this month’

Alberta Premier Jason Kenney discusses when he thinks at-home rapid COVID-19 test kits will be available to all Albertans.

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Hinshaw restricting PCR COVID-19 testing ‘not a decision that was taken lightly’

Dr. Deena Hinshaw discusses the decision to restrict access to PCR testing in Alberta.

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786 patients in Alberta hospitals fighting COVID-19, 79 in ICU

Alberta chief medical officer of health Dr. Deena Hinshaw updates the COVID-19 situation in Alberta on Jan. 13, 2022.

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Alberta continuing care facilities experience spike in COVID-19 outbreaks

As the omicron variant of COVID-19 spreads like wildfire, a spike of outbreaks is happening at continuing care facilities across Alberta. But during this wave, it’s mainly staff instead of residents who are getting sick — putting a strain on patient care.

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COVID-19: B.C. reports seven new deaths, sets new hospitalization record

B.C. is reporting 534 people are in hospital, and 102 are in intensive care due to COVID-19 related illness on Thursday, Jan.

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Erika Jayne opts for comfort in sweats while running errands in Beverly Hills post COVID-19 ordeal

She recently battled COVID-19 which shutdown production on season 12 of Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.And Erika Jayne was back to business as usual as she stepped out in a cozy black sweat suit to run errands in Los Angeles on Thursday morning.The 50-year-old reality star rocked a matching set with a hot pink purse as she met up with a friend weeks after testing positive for the coronavirus amid surging cases of the omicron variant. Out and about: Erika Jayne was back to business as usual as she stepped out in a cozy black sweat suit to run errands in Los Angeles on Thursday morningErika rocked a crewneck sweater with white embroidery across her chest and a pair of black pants to match.

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U.K. cuts minimum COVID-19 self-isolation period to 5 days

The minimum COVID-19 self-isolation period in England will be cut to five days from the previous seven if someone tests negative twice, Health Minister Sajid Javid said on Thursday.

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Rating action by S&P unwarranted: CBSL

COLOMBO (News 1st); The Government of Sri Lanka (GOSL) is perturbed over the announcement by S&P Global Ratings to downgrade Sri Lanka, at a time when the GOSL has diligently lined up adequate funds to repay its maturing foreign debt liabilities and its repeated assurances over the strong commitment to oblige its debt service payments, including the International Sovereign Bond (ISB) maturing on 18 January 2022, the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) states. The credit rating agency, Standard & Poor’s (S&P) lowered long-term sovereign credit rating on Sri Lanka from ‘CCC+’ to ‘CCC’ on increasing external financing risks on Wednesday (12).The Central Bank of Sri Lanka, issuing a statement in response, states that this move demonstrates repetitive nature in which S&P and other rating agencies acted to initiate rating actions just prior to the settlement of ISB obligations. S&P’s action also fails to recognize the positive developments taking place in Sri Lanka, in an environment in which the entire world is grappling with repeated waves of the COVID-19 pandemic, the CBSL states.The sense of urgency on the part of an internationally recognised rating agency is inconceivable, particularly since S&P was being constantly updated by the Sri Lankan authorities on the latest developments in all sectors of the economy and many measures to shore-up foreign exchange inflows.

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US Army offering $50K bonuses to recruits amid ongoing COVID-19 pandemic

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COVID-19: Hospitalizations hit critical levels in some provinces

Legislative bureau chief Keith Baldrey has data on COVID-19 hospitalizations numbers across the country and a possible preview of what could happen next in B.C.

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Tori Spelling posts makeup free snap to Instagram story with COVID-19

Tori Spelling is keeping fans updated as she battled COVID-19.The Beverly Hills, 90210 alum looked a bit worse for wear in a snap she posted to her Instagram story on Wednesday.Tori, 48, shared a picture that showed her face, free of makeup and very pale. Taking its toll:Tori Spelling looked a bit worse for wear in a snap she posted to her Instagram story on WednesdayThe star's bleach blonde hair hung past her shoulders.

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Jason Kenney says Alberta won’t follow Quebec’s plan to tax people unvaccinated against COVID-19

On the heels of Quebec announcing it will impose a financial penalty on those who refuse to get vaccinated against COVID-19, Jason Kenney said Alberta will not be following suit.

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Edmonton Oilers navigating through COVID-19 uncertainty

Kyle Turris is the latest Edmonton Oiler to enter COVID protocol — joining a long list of team members to test positive. With the disease forcing the postponement of a handful of games, the hockey team is facing challenges on multiple fronts.

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Alberta’s 5th wave begins to flood hospitals, Calgary Zone hardest hit so far

As Omicron continues its rapid spread across Alberta, a flood of new COVID-19 patients has hit hospitals as part of the fifth wave. As Lauren Pullen reports, so far Calgary hospitals have been hit the hardest.

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Arrival of more COVID-19 rapid antigen test kits delayed in Alberta

The arrival of more COVID-19 rapid antigen test kits from the federal government and from private companies is delayed in Alberta. Breanna Karstens-Smith explains.

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COVID-19: Restaurants opt for tented patios in place of indoor dining, but are they safe?

With dining rooms across the province closed, many people are choosing to eat outside and that has some restaurant owners buildig structures around their patios.

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To isolate or not? What to do when one family member tests positive in Alberta

With kids back in school and the rapid spread of the COVID-19 omicron variant, many families are feeling overwhelmed. Recommendations on whether we need to isolate vary in Alberta depending on vaccination status and exposure.

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Michael Rapaport says he had to pull out as Wendy Williams guest host due to COVID-19

Michael Rapaport will no longer fill in as a guest host on The Wendy Williams Show this week after he tested positive for COVID-19.On Tuesday, the 51-year-old comedian shared a video to his Instagram page in which he revealed his diagnosis and explained that he would be absent from the Fox talk show.'I have to pull out of doing The Wendy Williams Show the rest of the week because unfortunately, I got damn coronavirus, which I'm disappointed about,' the Prison Break star said in the clip, in which he was seen wearing a gray t-shirt while sitting on a couch. The latest:Michael Rapaport will no longer fill in as a guest host on The Wendy Williams Show this week after he tested positive for COVID-19He continued, 'I'm really, really disappointed for many, many, many reasons.

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COVID-19: Six deaths in B.C., hospitalizations hit 500 amid new health-care outbreaks

B.C. is reporting 500 people are in hospital, and 102 are in intensive care due to COVID-19 related illness on Wednesday, Jan.

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Manitoba sets COVID-19 hospitalization record

Manitoba is reporting another increase in COVID-19 hospitalizations over the past 24 hours, and it breaks a previous record.

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Peel Medical Officer of Health tells residents everyone is likely to contract COVID-19

Peel regions medical officer of health has issued a stern warning to residents, it’s more than likely you’ll contract COVID-19 this winter. The area’s top doctor is pushing all non-vaccinated residents to get vaccinated as soon as possible.

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Roddy Ricch cancels Saturday Night Live appearance after COVID-19 exposure

Roddy Ricch on Wednesday withdrew from his scheduled appearance on Saturday Night Live after he was a close contact to a staffer with COVID-19.'Due to recent Covid exposure on my team and to keep everyone safe I won’t be able to perform on SNL this weekend,' the 23-year-old rapper said on Instagram Stories.The Box performer added that he was 'working with the SNL team to lock in a new date though.' The latest:Roddy Ricch, 23, on Wednesday withdrew from his scheduled appearance on Saturday Night Live after he was a close contact to a staffer with COVID-19. He was snapped in LA last yearThe Compton, California native had been slated to be the musical guest on the NBC comedy staple alongside West Side Story actress Ariana DeBose, who is hosting.The pop group Bleachers will perform in place of the Late at Night artist, making their SNL debut in support of their album Take the Sadness Out of Saturday Night, which was released last summer.

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Alberta won’t follow Quebec’s plan to tax those unvaccinated against COVID-19: Kenney

Quebec’s decision to tax those who have not gotten the COVID-19 vaccine has triggered debate in provinces across Canada. Kendra Slugoski has more on what Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Premier Jason Kenney have said.

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COVID-19: Most Manitobans likely to be exposed to Omicron in near future, Atwal says

Manitoba’s deputy chief provincial public health officer Dr. Jazz Atwal said on Wednesday that it is “highly likely” most Manitobans will be exposed to the Omicron COVID-19 variant in the coming weeks.

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COVID-19: Manitoba data shows risk of death 63 times more likely if not vaccinated

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COVID-19: Nova Scotia distributing roughly 830,000 rapid tests per week, premier says

Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston said on Wednesday that his government is distributing about 830,000 COVID-19 rapid tests per week across the province.

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Supermarket cleaner who tested positive for Covid 'unfairly sacked' for working shift with virus

A cleaner who turned up to work at a supermarket while infected with Covid-19 was unfairly sacked, an Employment Tribunal ruled.

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COVID-19: Sick health care workers strain B.C. hospital system

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AHS restricts testing criteria as private labs brace for an increase in demand

Alberta health officials have restricted criteria for COVID-19 PCR testing and many say that’s leaving them far too vulnerable. Research shows at-home tests aren’t as accurate as PCRs and it’s raising concerns.

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Banff tour operators expect another hit as Americans urged to avoid travel in Canada

Alberta’s tourism industry could take another hit with the U.S. CDC advising Americans not to travel north of the border because of rising COVID-19 cases.

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Neighbours help COVID-19-ravaged Bearskin Lake First Nation in Ontario

With nearly half of its residents infected with COVID-19, the remote Bearskin Lake First Nation needs help, but it’s not getting what it wants from the federal government. And as David Akin reports, neighbours are pitching in to help.

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Anti-vax tax: Quebec to fine unvaccinated who don’t have medical exemptions

Quebec is putting its foot down on the unvaccinated, with Premier François Legault saying people who refuse to get immunized against COVID-19 will soon have to pay a health-care tax.

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Most Albertans no longer being eligible for provincial PCR testing leaves many with questions

New COVID-19 testing protocols in Alberta means the options have narrowed significantly for most of the population and many Albertans have found themselves in a confusing predicament: if they wake up feeling under the weather, what’s their next step? Morgan Black explains.

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Hospitals grapple with surge in COVID-19 admissions, staffing shortages

COVID-19 is continuing to put immense pressure on Ontario’s health system. As hospitals face ongoing staffing and capacity strains, some are implementing ‘extraordinary’ measures to continue to provide care for patients.

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COVID-19: Constitutional expert weighs in on Quebec health tax

Stephane Beaulac, constitutional law professor at the University of Montreal, said Tuesday that while the new health tax announced for unvaccinated Quebec adults could be challenged under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms or the Quebec Charter, it could be difficult to succeed.

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9 At-Home COVID-19 Rapid Tests to Keep on Deck

potentially happen in the first few days of a COVID-19 infection, rapid tests are still worth having and using. Since the Omicron variant in particular replicates so quickly, you could have a negative result in the morning and a positive result by the afternoon, according to Dr. Piltch-Loeb.

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Manitoba’s COVID-19 numbers: January 11

Manitoba is reporting a notable increase in COVID-19 hospitalizations over the past 24 hours.

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Lisa Vanderpump reveals she tested positive for COVID-19 amid surging Omicron variant

Lisa Vanderpump revealed she tested positive for COVID-19 in an Instagram post shared Tuesday morning.The 61-year-old reality star posted a crying caricature of her likeness with the caption: 'Agh it finally got me #covid19.'It's unclear where Lisa is currently in quarantine, and the Los Angeles County of Public Health recorded 43, 582 new cases on Monday with more than 2,000,000 total cases reported of the surging Omicron variant. Oh no! Lisa Vanderpump revealed she tested positive for COVID-19 in an Instagram post shared Tuesday morningLisa's pouty cartoon character wore her signature diamond baubles and a white collared shirt to announce her COVID diagnosis.The former Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star received well-wishes from Garcelle Beauvais, who recently recovered from her own battle with the virus.

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Ontario updates COVID-19 reporting to distinguish between incidental hospitalizations: Elliott

Ontario Health Minister Christine Elliott said on Tuesday that the province is updating its COVID-19 reporting to distinguish between patients hospitalized due to the virus and incidental admissions, or those who are admitted for other reasons but have tested positive.

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COVID-19: Ontario’s health minister comments on decision to resume in-person learning Jan. 17

Following the announcement that students and teachers in Ontario will head back to the classroom on Jan. 17, Health Minister Christine Elliott said on Tuesday that returning to in-person learning is important for students’ physical and mental health.

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Lorraine issued Ofcom warning after Dr Hilary's Covid comment receives 4,000 complaints

ITV's Lorraine has been hit with a warning from Ofcom after Dr Hilary's controversial covid comments led to 4,000 viewer complaints.

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Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is an infectious disease caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). The disease was first identified in 2019 in Wuhan, the capital of Hubei, China, and has since spread globally, resulting in the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic. Common symptoms include fever, cough, and shortness of breath. Muscle pain, sputum production, diarrhea, and sore throat are less common.

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