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Montreal officials used emergency powers to pay for advice on what to say about coronavirus deaths

coronavirus powers to hire a lobbying and communications firm that billed taxpayers more than $140,000 for its first 21 days of work in advising Montreal health-care officials on what to say about dozens of unexplained deaths.The emergency powers, adopted by Quebec Premier François Legault’s government on March 13, were meant to be used to protect people from COVID-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus. They gave the health minister extraordinary powers to issue contracts and buy any supplies deemed necessary to protect public health.

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Fredericton McDonald’s owner donates $33,000 to staff in ‘Downtown Dollars’

Consumers left with worthless passes and gift cards following COVID-19 business closures To give back to his front-line staff, McDonald’s franchise owner Bob Chisholm and his wife handed out $33,000 worth of gift cards to the approximately 200 employees who work in their businesses.The goal is to thank workers for everything they’ve done during the coronavirus pandemic while the donation of “Downtown Dollars” is intended to ease financial burdens on staff and help local businesses.“I was surprised, not surprised that there was anything, but surprised that it was as much as it was,” said Emily Jeffries, a salary manager at McDonald’s.The amount each staff member received depended on the number of hours they have worked during the

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At least 285 U.S. children developed inflammatory condition linked to COVID-19: study

Ontario researchers seek 50,000 participants to study impact of COVID-19 on the brain Including cases in Europe, where it was first reported, about 1,000 children worldwide have been affected, a journal editorial said.The federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s case definition includes current or recent COVID-19 infection or exposure to the virus; a fever of at least 100.4 for at least 24 hours; severe illness requiring hospitalization; inflammatory markers in blood tests, and evidence of problems affecting at least two organs that could include the heart, kidneys, lungs, skin or other nervous system.Digestive symptoms including nausea and diarrhea are common.

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B.C. taxis’ annual licencing fee cut in half as part of COVID-19 relief

New Uber coronavirus measures to require drivers, passengers to wear masks For example, a company with 300 vehicle licences would have paid $30,000 each year in the past. Now, the total is capped at $5,000.

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Covid: 'It did more damage on my mental health'

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Trust Index: Scientists say no evidence mutated COVID-19 virus is weaker

Scientists at Scripps Research Institute in Jupiter have been tracking and researching coronaviruses for more than 20 years. Shortly after COVID-19 made its way to the US, scientists found that it mutated to a more contagious virus called D614G.

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‘Celebrate safely:’ Orlando-area leaders urge COVID-19 caution ahead of July Fourth

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – With the Fourth of July holiday weekend approaching as COVID-19 cases continue to climb, Orange County leaders are asking that residents celebrate in a smart way that involves masks and social distancing.Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings and Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer said any large-scale events that required permitting or the use of parks or other facilities have already been canceled, including the Fireworks at the Fountain event, which draws around 100,000 people to Lake Eola.“We encourage people to continue to adhere to all the CDC rules and wear your mask and celebrate safely,” Dyer said.Under phase two of reopening Florida, mass gatherings involving more than 50 people are prohibited.

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COVID-19 Scan for Jun 29, 2020

A meta-analysis of 7,780 children in 26 countries published late last week in EClinicalMedicine has found that 19% had no symptoms, 3% required intensive care, and only 0.1% died in the first 4 months of the pandemic.In the largest known systematic review of pediatric patients with the

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US hits 2.5 million COVID-19 cases as virus surges across country

Over the weekend and through today, the novel coronavirus pandemic continued to surge through many states, including Florida, Texas, and Arizona.

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Worrisome details noted in kids with COVID inflammatory syndrome

Today the New England Journal of Medicine published two studies spotlighting the serious manifestations of COVID-19–related multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C), the first involving 186 kids in 26 states and the second involving 99 patients in New York.

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Global COVID-19 cases pass 10 million, deaths top half million

Global COVID-19 numbers crossed two grim thresholds yesterday, with cases passing 10 million and deaths topping 500,000, with cases still rising in a number of hot spots and countries that have controlled their outbreaks battling pockets of resurgence.

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Fauci expresses doubts over potential COVID-19 vaccine efficacy in US due to anti-vaxxers

In an interview with CNN on Sunday, the director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, stated that no vaccine will be 100% effective, but closer to 70-75%. The interviewer questioned if that level of vaccine efficacy, combined with the high percentage of people who said they wouldn’t get a vaccine, would help the U.S.

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Boris Johnson promises spending blitz to fire-up the UK economy after Covid-19

UK economy in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. In a speech in the Midlands on Tuesday the Prime Minister is promising to splash £5 billion to dig the country out of the recession caused by the coronavirus lockdown.

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Alberta Health reports 71 new COVID-19 cases as total case number surpasses 8,000

The outbreak at Verve Condominiums in Calgary’s East Village currently has 36 active COVID-19 cases linked to it while 12 people from that outbreak have now recovered.At Edmonton’s Misericordia Community Hospital, there are now 11 patients who have tested positive for the novel coronavirus at the hospital, which is the same as on Sunday.

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Fredericton business owner launch plan to thank his workers amid COVID-19

The business owner has launched a plan to thank his workers for everything they’ve done during the pandemic and he’s doing it in a way that gives back to other local businesses. Megan Yamoah has more.

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Masks soon mandatory on public transit, Quebec public health director suggests

coronavirus pandemic, the “worst danger” that awaits Quebec is forgetfulness, said national director of public health, Dr.

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Orlando-area teen who tested positive for COVID-19 says he took all recommended precautions

WINDERMERE, Fla. – As the number of coronavirus cases climbs across the state, medical experts said more new cases in Florida are among young people.The trend has forced state leaders to make decisions to roll back reopening plans and force some businesses like bars to close.Ian Scott, 19, is among the group of younger patients to test positive for the novel coronavirus. He said he took all of the precautions and still tested positive for COVID-19.“It’s no fun being stuck in your house for two weeks,” Scott said.The Windermere resident, who is home for the summer from college in Fort Myers, said he wore his mask most of the time and avoided bars.

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Coronavirus: Is Orange County’s mask mandate working? Too soon to tell, health official says

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – More than one week after officials made mask-wearing mandatory in Orange County, the doctor leading the county’s response to the coronavirus pandemic says it’s still too soon to tell if residents’ efforts are paying off.Dr.

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Nova Scotia to detail review of long-term care home where 53 died from COVID-19

COVID-19 outbreak.Northwood Manor is the largest long-term care facility in Atlantic Canada.During the outbreak, 345 people at the facility got sick — 246 residents and 99 staff members — from the disease.

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COVID-19 damages lungs of asymptomatic and most severe patients alike, scientists believe

LARGO, Fla. - The medical examiner for Pinellas and Pasco County has a warning for people not taking this pandemic seriously.“This isn’t the flu this isn’t anything we know,” Dr. Jon Thogmartin told Pinellas commissioners earlier this week.Dr.

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Officials urge people who visited Rehoboth and Dewey Beach to get tested for COVID-19

(Photo by John Greim/LightRocket via Getty Images) REHOBOTH BEACH, Del. - Anyone who visited beach towns in Delaware recently— particularly Rehoboth and Dewey Beach— are being urged to be tested for COVID-19 after a spike in cases.According to the Delaware Division of Public Health, the recommendation comes after testing in Rehoboth Beach on Thursday identified approximately 100 people as positive for COVID-19. Testing on Friday in Dewey on Friday identified another dozen cases.“We are extremely concerned by yet another cluster of COVID-19 cases in the beach area and the potential for spread to others both at work and in social gatherings,” said DPH Director Dr.

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The line is forming for a COVID-19 vaccine. Who should be at the front?

Pregnant women might normally be the last to receive a new coronaviurs vaccine, but a new study may push them to the head of the line. By Jon CohenScience's COVID-19 reporting is supported by the Pulitzer Center.When and if the world has a COVID-19 vaccine, who should get it first? That question came into sharp relief last week.

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Coronavirus: No new cases for 9th day in a row for Peterborough area

coronavirus on Monday, maintaining the overall case total in the area at 95.The last reported case was on June 20.There are only two active cases in the region, down from three on Friday.

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B.C. announces $5M grant to get youth back to work during COVID-19 pandemic

Tuition hikes amid coronavirus pandemic unacceptable, student groups say Each project will employ up to 10 young people, who will adhere to physical-distancing guidelines.“This partnership program is a great complement to the federal Canada Student Service Grant announced by the federal government last week,” said Mark. Canada launches student service grant, aims at fighting coronavirus pandemic Chief Councillor Robert J.

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Parties in London, Ont., lead to coronavirus outbreak

coronavirus cases in London on Monday have been linked to an outbreak among “party-goers” at recent gatherings that have infected at least eight people in their 20s.The cases are “associated with attending gatherings of more than 10 people,” in violation of provincial orders, the Middlesex-London Health Unit said, adding that the first case was reported on June 24.It’s not clear how many gatherings occurred and when but health officials say they are aware of those at the gatherings travelling to Waterloo and Hamilton.“There are a total of eight cases among a group of north of 25 people that been gathering various places and various ways,” said Dr.

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Lindsay hospital COVID-19 assessment centre relocating, health unit offices reopen July 6

coronavirus are now resolved as of Monday — or approximately 85 per cent.No new cases were reported. There are currently 166 cases in the City of Kawartha Lakes, which reported one new case over the weekend.

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Every result from Premier League Covid-19 testing as latest finds one case from 2,250

Premier League testing. The unidentified person was the only positive case from 2,250 tests in the second round to be completed since the season resumed, which is the same amount as the 1,829 tests brought back in the last result.

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Officials urge people who visited Rehoboth and Dewey beaches to get tested for COVID-19

(Photo by John Greim/LightRocket via Getty Images) REHOBOTH BEACH, Del. - Anyone who visited the beach in Delaware recently particularly in Rehoboth and Dewey Beach is being urged to be tested for COVID-19 after a spike in cases.According to the Delaware Division of Public Health, the recommendation comes after testing in Rehoboth Beach on Thursday identified approximately 100 people as positive for COVID-19. Testing on Friday in Dewey on Friday identified another dozen cases.Testing is highly encouraged for those living in the beach area with people who are not part of their family and for people who attended parties or ate at a restaurant without a face covering.

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WATCH LIVE: White House Task Force shares latest update on COVID-19

Health departments around the U.S. that are using contact tracers to contain coronavirus outbreaks are scrambling to bolster their ranks amid a surge of cases and resistance to cooperation from those infected or exposed.Health departments around the U.S.

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City of Guelph employee self-isolating after being intentionally coughed on

COVID-19 screening at the Market Square wading pool outside city hall. Guelph to begin opening pools and splash pads Guelph police say someone walked past a lineup and deliberately coughed in the employee’s face.It’s one of a few cases in which someone in Guelph has been coughed on by a stranger during the pandemic.

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

10 new cases of COVID-19, all in the Fraser Health region. Health officials also reported one additional death at Vancouver’s Holy Family Hospital long-term care home in Vancouver.B.C.’s death toll from COVID-19 now stands at 174.As of Friday, there were 17 people in hospital with COVID-19 and five people in intensive care.Over the weekend, Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) notified the public of possible COVID-19 exposure at a Vancouver strip club.

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Flu virus with 'pandemic potential' found in China – and humans have no defence

FREE newsletter is out of this world! Get the biggest, brightest and weirdest stories straight to your inboxA new strain of flu discovered in China has the potential to become another pandemic - and humans would be extremely vulnerable to it.Scientists have identified a strain of influenza that has recently emerged among pigs called G4 EA H1N1.It's similar to the swine flu of 2009, and researchers say it's one to keep an eye on even as the world struggles to bring the current Covid-19 pandemic under control.They have discovered evidence of it infecting people working in abattoirs and other swine facilities in China. The virus can grow and multiply in the cells lining the human airways, new research indicates.

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Edmonton public, Catholic boards changing up high school schedules for 2020-21

Edmonton Catholic and Edmonton Public school divisions announced Monday that next year, high schools will move to a quarterly schedule with fewer daily classes and double the diploma exam dates.The move will allow high school students to take fewer subjects per quarter to help ease the transition, if schools have to pivot between scenarios during the year due to COVID-19, a joint news release said.

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‘We have to do what’s right:’ Seminole County leaders urge residents to take action against the spread of COVID-19

SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. – Seminole County officials and local hospital leaders met Monday to provide an update on the COVID-19 pandemic in the region.Leaders took a serious tone and told residents that even though the pandemic has caused lifestyle shifts, having to stay home to prevent the spread of COVID-19 is nothing compared to the disastrous outcome should the state continue on its upward trajectory of cases.“At one point here in Seminole County, we did flatten the curve… we were successful in doing that,” Jay Zembower, Board of County Commissioners Chairman, said. “Then what happened? We opened the economy back up.

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Marine Science Center closes after employee tests positive for COVID-19

VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. – The Marine Science Center announced Monday that it would temporarily close to the public after a contracted staff member tested positive for COVID-19.“The Marine Science Center has temporarily closed to the public so the facility can re-evaluate best practices for safe physical distancing for visitors to the popular facility. The center also is undergoing some additional deep cleaning,” leaders said in a news release.

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1 new coronavirus case, 18 recoveries reported in Saskatchewan

coronavirus case was reported in Saskatchewan on Monday, raising the overall total in the province to 779.The new case was reported in the far north, which continues to have the majority of active cases. Coronavirus — Millennials facing second financial crisis in 2 decades Health officials said there are 87 active cases in the province, the fewest reported since June 21 when there were 88.Of the active cases, 47 are in the far north, 32 are in the south region, and there are four each in Saskatoon and the north region.Five people are currently in hospital — three in the north and one patient each in Saskatoon and the south region.

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26 NHL players diagnosed with coronavirus since early June, league says

NHL says 26 players have tested positive for COVID-19 since Phase 2 of its return-to-play protocol started June 8.The numbers released Monday include 11 positive results previously announced June 19. The league added it’s also aware of 11 other players testing positive outside of Phase 2 over the last three weeks.

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Hamilton, Ont. mayor Fred Eisenberger tests negative for coronavirus

Hamilton Mayor Fred Eisenberger has tested negative for COVID-19, according to the city.In a release on Monday, the office of the mayor said the testing was done “out of an abundance of caution” after Eisenberger experienced several symptoms on Thursday morning.“The Mayor would like to thank everyone who sent well wishes over the past few days and would also like to remind the public that this virus is in our community and we must remain vigilant in maintaining physical distancing, practicing good hygiene such as handwashing and adhering to all public health recommendations,” said the release.A media advisory issued on Thursday morning said he would be self-isolating at home until he received his results.

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London health officials in Windsor as region deals with large coronavirus outbreak

coronavirus in the agri-farm sector, particularly among migrant workers.On Monday, the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) reported 88 new cases of COVID-19, 87 of which are tied to the agri-farm sector. The day before, on Sunday, the health unit reported 98 cases, with 96 of those tied to the agricultural sector.

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Supports for Saskatchewan youth transitioning out of care extended 6 months

coronavirus pandemic continues.The provincial government announced on Monday that support services for those who would normally be transitioning to independence have been extended once again. Saskatchewan to stop transitioning kids out of care during coronavirus pandemic The original extension was set to end on June 30 but has been pushed up to Jan.

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The New Reality: COVID-19’s impact on playing and watching sports

This is the 14th in a series of stories looking at the new reality of life during the COVID-19 pandemic in the Maritimes. You can find the full series here.One aspect of life impacted by COVID-19 has been sports, with many athletic competitions being put on hold or seasons cancelled due to the ongoing pandemic.The NHL, the NBA and MLB have all postponed their seasons, while the NFL has made no decision on delaying its season.

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People with disabilities, autism carry a heavier pandemic burden, advocates say

disabilities and autism are dying of COVID-19 at higher rates than other people in at least two states in the U.S., according to new data collected by NPR.In Pennsylvania, people with intellectual disabilities and autism are dying at a rate twice as high as other people who contract the virus.

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15 NHL players test positive for COVID-19 after returning for league training

“Return to Play” plan, in which 16 teams will play in series to determine their standing for the Stanley Cup Playoffs. “There have been in excess of 1,450 COVID-19 tests administered to this group of NHL players,” the league said.Phase 2 refers to players participating in training activities within the league’s reopening process.

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Blue Jays closer to training in Toronto for upcoming season amid coronavirus pandemic

The Toronto Blue Jays appear one step closer to being able to train at Rogers Centre for the upcoming season.Ontario Premier Doug Ford said Monday that “municipal, provincial and federal health folks” have given the team the OK, but they are still awaiting federal approval on the issue of quarantining. Blue Jays name 58 players to club player pool The Blue Jays, the lone MLB team north of the Canada-U.S.

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Coronavirus: COVID-19 on ‘steady decline’ in Canada, latest modelling data shows

Canada is seeing a “steady decline” in new coronavirus cases despite recent outbreaks in hot spots across the country, according to new modelling from the federal government. Chief public health officer Dr.

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Public Health Orders Remain Unchanged as COVID-19 Case Numbers Increase

Wyoming’s current public health orders will be extended through July 15 as the number of cases of COVID-19 in the state continues to steadily increase, Governor Mark Gordon announced today.Twenty-five percent of Wyoming’s total number of lab-confirmed cases of COVID-19 have been identified in the past two weeks, with 288 new cases confirmed since the current orders went into effect on June 15. New cases of the virus have been reported in 15 counties and reflects increased transmission within Wyoming communities.

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Canada Day 2020: What’s open and closed in Guelph

coronavirus pandemic.Groups are still limited to no more than 10 people and they must be two metres apart unless they are from the same household, as per restrictions implemented by the province.

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Six Chicago children shot dead in a single week

Chicago gun violence victims Mekhi James, Lena Nunez and Sincere Gaston CHICAGO - Six Chicago children have been killed just in the last week to gun violence and perhaps no one can relate to the pain of losing a child better than mothers who’ve been there.On South Michigan Avenue near 116th Street, Diane Latiker set up a shrine in memory of Chicago children killed by gunfire.Hundreds of names are written on stones and the sad promise is there are now six more to add to the list including three-year-old Mekhi James and one-year-old Sincere Gaston.“It’s like it takes a piece of your soul because whoever is on that stone, somebody loved them,” said Latiker.Neighbors grieved outside the home of 10-year-old Lena Nunez Saturday night.

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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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