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Stay up to date on the most recent health news and updatesPfizer supply bolstered as Moderna cuts delivery, Ontario turns down Trudeau's help
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The federal government is buying more doses of the COVID-19 vaccine from Pfizer-BioNTech as it moves to offset reduction in supply from another producer. And while it offered to help …
Province provides few new details on expanded vaccine eligibility
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The third wave of COVID-19 is leading provincial public health officials to expand vaccine eligibility to vulnerable people in virus-transmission hot spots across the province — as well as police …
Dogs Get Jealous, Too, Even for Hidden Rivals
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The researchers found that dogs will go so far as to show jealousy even when they can only imagine their owners are interacting with a potential rival.
First responders to be added to vaccine eligibility
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First responders, and all adults who live in geographic areas in the province hit hardest by COVID-19, will soon be eligible to get a vaccine. During her opening remarks before a ……
'Attention seeking' woman arrested, mental-health advocates outraged
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The arrest of a Winnipeg woman after she threatened to jump off a city bridge is renewing questions about how city police deal with people experiencing mental-health crises. An arrest report …
Manitoba passes 300-K vaccine dose milestone
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Manitoba surpassed 300,000 total COVID-19 immunizations Thursday, with nearly 239,500 people partially vaccinated against the disease caused by the novel coronavirus. Data provided by the provincial government showed 7,015 doses of …
Exploring the Natural Benefits of Ecotherapy
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Nature therapy (or ecotherapy) pairs people with natural environments to encourage healing. Learn about the benefits nature therapy has to offer.
Province confirms case of highly contagious Brazil COVID variant
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The highly contagious Brazil variant of COVID-19 has arrived in Manitoba. The first case of the P1 variant was detected via sequencing a positive test result from someone in the ……
Ensuring no vaccine waste a prickly situation
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MANITOBA pharmacies and clinics that administer AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccines have to take matters into their own hands to make sure no doses spoil. “It’s a logistical nightmare to prevent (wastage),” said …
Personal care homes push for in-house staff vaccinations
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As few as 40 per cent of people working with some of the province’s most vulnerable people — residents of personal care homes — are vaccinated against COVID-19. Care home administrators …
Manitoba tracks post-immunization COVID-19 deaths
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More than 100 Manitobans immunized with a single dose of the COVID-19 vaccine caught the coronavirus more than two weeks after receiving a shot, including six who died. As of April …
Manitoba waits for advice on AstraZeneca eligibility
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Changes to the eligibility criteria for the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine could be announced shortly as the province whittles down its inventory of the fridge-stable vaccine. As of Wednesday, about 22,000 doses …
Student in The Pas first northerner to get COVID-19 variant
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A high school student in The Pas has contracted the first case of a coronavirus variant in northern Manitoba. The student attends Margaret Barbour Collegiate, which was informed by the province …
AstraZeneca very safe, effective, with extremely rare risk of clots: Health Canada
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OTTAWA – There is enough evidence to say the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine may cause very rare blood clots but the shot is still extremely safe, very effective and will remain on …
Province announces three COVID deaths, 86 new cases
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Three more deaths and 86 new cases of COVID-19 were announced in Manitoba Wednesday. There are 53 new cases in the Winnipeg health region, 16 in the Northern health region, seven ……
Juno Awards postpone 50th anniversary show date to June 6 amid COVID-19 pandemic
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TORONTO – Organizers of the Juno Awards say they’re postponing this year’s 50th anniversary show in Toronto until June 6 as COVID-19 cases rage. It’s the second time the country’s biggest …
Many Kids Who Develop Severe MIS-C Have Neurologic Symptoms
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Research finds that these young patients often develop neurologic symptoms along with the respiratory issues they might face.
Worrisome COVID variant confirmed in north
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A highly contagious COVID-19 variant has made its way to Manitoba’s north as the region races to vaccinate residents while battling a persistently high test-positivity rate. “We’re really not anywhere near …
Neurodiversity: What Is It?
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There’s a growing push to focus on our brain differences, not deficits. This wider view of “normal” is a big part of something called neurodiversity.
COVID-19 variants: case found in North, another linked to death
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A second pandemic death has been linked to a highly contagious COVID-19 variant, as the province announced the more infectious strain has spread into northern Manitoba. The first confirmed case of ……
Americans Are Eating Less Healthily, Except at School
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A new dietary analysis finds that no matter where people get their food, bad nutrition rules the day, with one key exception: schools.
'You're not invincible,' says 22-year-old who was hospitalized with coronavirus variant
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If you think you won’t get seriously ill from COVID-19 because you’re young and healthy — think again. That’s the message a 22-year-old Winnipeg man is trying to get across …
20 per cent of Manitoba adults have had vaccine dose
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One-fifth of adult Manitobans have received a single dose of a COVID-19 vaccine, as of Monday, after the province reported fewer than 4,000 were administered Sunday. As of Sunday, 216,275 adult …
Premier deflects, health minister defers
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Facing pressure Monday to ramp up COVID-19 vaccinations in the face of a third pandemic wave, Premier Brian Pallister deflected questions from the Opposition while his health minister couldn’t provide …
Winter's return, threat of new health restrictions tough blows for businesses
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The return of winter weather Monday was an expensive disruption for many businesses struggling to recover after a year of public-health restrictions — which may tighten again soon. The past year …
Taking Aim at Coach, Doctor Sex Abuse on Campuses
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Universities have agreed to pay more than $1.6 billion to victims of sexual abuse at the hands of doctors and coaches. It’s a problem that needs answers, experts say.
Widely Used BP Meds May Raise Skin Cancer Risk
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Certain blood pressure drugs can increase sensitivity to the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays.
Province ponders tightening restrictions as case numbers increase
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Manitoba has reported its sixth consecutive day of triple-digit COVID-19 cases, and the province’s top doctor is warning that increased restrictions may be on the way. The province announced 114 new ……
Montreal mayor calls destructive protests against COVID-19 curfew 'stupid'
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MONTREAL – The front window of Frank Passa’s Old Montreal restaurant, Quattro, is covered with a piece of plywood, broken after an anti-curfew protest turned violent on Sunday night. While some …
Hundreds defy Montreal's 8 p.m. curfew in violent, destructive protest
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MONTREAL – Hundreds of protestors gathered in Montreal on Sunday in defiance of a newly adjusted curfew intended to stem surging COVID-19 case numbers before dozens of them started fires …
Focus on single-dose set to expand vaccinations
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Test results showing promising levels of immunity after a single dose of COVID-19 vaccines have Manitoba leaning towards a focus on getting first shots into as many arms as possible …
Canada nearing peak of next wave of COVID-19, Tam says as Ontario sets case record
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Canada is nearing the peak of the current wave of COVID-19, the country’s chief public health officer said Sunday as Ontario reported a new single-day record for new infections and …
More positive tests point to rise of third wave
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Manitoba’s five-day COVID-19 test positivity rate edged up to 5.9 per cent and 5.7 per cent in Winnipeg on Sunday, two days after health officials confirmed a third wave of ……
Ontario expands pharmacy vaccination program as province logs single-day case high
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TORONTO – More than 700 Ontario pharmacies are joining the COVID-19 vaccine rollout as the province races to slow to spread of the virus. Government officials announced Sunday that the move …
Ottawa appeals court ruling that limits First Nations' ability to postpone elections
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OTTAWA -Indigenous Services Canada will appeal a Federal Court ruling that limits First Nations’ ability to postpone the election of chiefs and councils during the COVID-19 pandemic, Indigenous Services Minister …
Third wave arrives in Manitoba: Reimer
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The COVID-19 pandemic’s third wave has arrived in Manitoba. Three more deaths, 179 new cases and an increase in highly contagious variants were announced Friday, as the province’s vaccine task force ……
Recognizing the Symptoms, From Hallucinations to Delusions
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Seeing signs of psychosis in a person with dementia may be harder than it seems. The first step: Asking questions of everyone involved.
Manitoba stands apart in tax cuts stance
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OTTAWA — The Pallister government is taking the unusual step of cutting taxes — a move other provinces led by conservatives have avoided as they try to craft a COVID-19 …
Two more COVID-19 variant cases identified in N.W.T.
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YELLOWKNIFE – The Northwest Territories says two recently announced infections have been identified as the COVID-19 variant first identified in the United Kingdom. The cases include an out-of-territory worker at the …
Manitoba records first COVID-19 variant death
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A man in his 70s has been confirmed as Manitoba’s first COVID-19 death involving a highly contagious variant. The Winnipeg man was diagnosed posthumously with the B.1.1.7 variant (first detected in …
NIH Looking Into Rare Allergic Reactions to COVID Vaccines
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Researchers will look at the biological mechanism causing the reactions and whether there is a way to predict who is at most risk.
Manitoba's vaccine wastage falls within guidelines
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The amount of COVID-19 vaccine that is wasted in Manitoba is well within an acceptable range, the provincial government reports. About 0.9 per cent of doses in Manitoba have had to …
The Fertility Issues Same-Sex Couples Face When Trying to Conceive
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Same-sex couples face fertility issues, financial challenges, and more when trying to conceive.
Province offers COVID relief with $200M in budget tax cuts
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In the midst of a global pandemic and with the expectation of incurring a $1.6-billion deficit this year, the Progressive Conservative government is cutting taxes by $200 million. The lion’s share ……
UK advises limiting AstraZeneca in under-30s amid clot worry
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LONDON – British authorities recommended Wednesday that the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine not be given to adults under 30 where possible because of strengthening evidence that the shot may be linked …
Manitoba marks 109 new COVID-19 cases, one more death
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Nearly 300 cases of highly contagious COVID-19 variants have been detected thus far in Manitoba. Twenty-two more cases had been confirmed via secondary screening as of Wednesday, bringing the total to …
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy May Help With Your Insomnia
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Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia is a nondrug treatment that can improve patients’ sleep.
Some Cancer Survivors Face Lingering Side Effects
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Some cancers survivors find they have lingering side effects long after treatment is over.
Dauphin's Countryfest cancelled yet again
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For the second year in a row, the organizers of Dauphin’s Countryfest announced that they are cancelling this multi-day concert due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. President Ann Ransom revealed …
Vaccine for First Nation ends up in other arms
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The team overseeing COVID-19 vaccinations for Manitoba First Nations told one reserve to stop giving shots to non-Indigenous people with no ties to the community, as band councils struggle to …
Vaccinations in Ontario's COVID-19 hot spots to start for those 50+ in coming weeks
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TORONTO – The second phase of Ontario’s vaccine rollout will target people in COVID-19 hot spots aged 50 and older, the province announced Tuesday as Premier Doug Ford said new …
Manitoba marks 62 new COVID-19 cases, two more deaths
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Two more COVID-19 deaths and 62 new cases of the novel coronavirus have been detected in Manitoba, provincial officials announced Tuesday. Five new cases of the highly contagious B.1.1.7 variant (first …
COVID Shot Earlier in Pregnancy Better for Baby
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The sooner a pregnant woman gets a COVID-19 vaccine, the more likely she is to transfer protective antibodies to her baby, a new, small study suggests.
Survey shows growing economic optimism
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Rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine, slow though it may be, is creating optimism not only for community health and safety, but also because it will allow the economic engine to …
Rising COVID cases in Ontario, Quebec spark renewed concerns over hospital strain
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Authorities in Ontario and Quebec expressed concern on Monday that the recent rise in COVID-19 cases was putting renewed strain on the health-care system, as both provinces sought to contain …
Province reports 135 new COVID cases, two deaths; test-positivity rate on the rise
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Manitoba’s COVID-19 test-positivity rate rose above five per cent Monday, as the province reported 135 new infections and two additional deaths. Most of the new cases — 63 — were in ……
Arson suspect arrested after Easter fire destroys St. Theresa Point church
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A 32-year old man is in custody, accused of starting an Easter Sunday fire that destroyed the lone church in St. Theresa Point First Nation. RCMP said Monday the suspect was …
Health Canada recalls masks containing graphene as it assesses risks to people
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Health Canada has issued a recall on disposable masks containing a material made of tiny particles it says could pose a danger if inhaled. The agency is advising people not to …
Manitoba marks 181 new cases of COVID-19, one death
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Five-day COVID-19 positivity rates continue to inch higher in Manitoba as concerns rise about a third wave in Canada. On Saturday, the rate was 4.4 per cent provincially while Winnipeg’s was …
Ethical Questions Surround COVID Vaccine Passports
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Some people will be left out for a variety of reasons, which opens the door for discrimination. But authors of an opinion piece say arguments against the passports don’t support a ban on the idea.
Millennials Flock to Telehealth, Online Research
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A new survey of 2,040 millennials (ages 23 to 39) found that 69% of respondents searched online for health and medical advice instead of going to the doctor, and a quarter of respondents trust Google to accurately diagnose their symptoms.
Tips to Keep Your Pet Happy and Healthy
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Our pets give us unconditional love. In return, we should keep them healthy and happy.
Liquor rules hammer golf courses
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Golf courses across Manitoba will have to open without “birdie juice” this weekend. Provincial health guidelines for businesses with liquor service licences restrict sales of alcohol to patrons who have purchased …
Pallister touts achievements in pre-budget news conference
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Premier Brian Pallister called a news conference Thursday to remind Manitobans of his government’s achievements and the promises it has kept ahead of next week’s budget. “Prior to COVID, we had ……
Can Vaccinations Stop COVID Transmission?
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21 universities across the United States are teaming up to answer this question through a project called Prevent COVID U.
Stillbirths, Pregnancy Complications Up During Pandemic
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The ripple effect of the COVID-19 scourge has led to more complications among pregnant women worldwide, including an increase in stillbirths, a new study says.
Canada's next federal election leaders' debates includes APTN as broadcast partner
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OTTAWA – The commission overseeing leaders’ debates during federal elections says Indigenous media outlet APTN will be one of the broadcast partners producing the next event. The Leaders’ Debates Commission announced …
Some Hospitalized COVID Patients Develop Seizures
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Now, a new study says some hospitalized COVID-19 patients have non-convulsive seizures that may increase their risk of death.
What's open, what's closed this Easter weekend
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Manitoba is going into its second consecutive Easter long weekend under COVID-19 restrictions. Chief provincial public health officer Dr. Brent Roussin has cautioned against using the time off and sunny weather …
Many Show Long-Term Organ Damage After COVID
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Long-term organ damage appears to be common in hospitalized COVID-19 patients after they’ve recovered and been discharged, British researchers report.
CDC: COVID Third Leading Cause of Death in 2020
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Only the two long-term biggest killers, heart disease and cancer, killed more Americans in 2020.
High-Functioning Adult ADHD: What It’s Like
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Learn about what makes for “high-functioning” ADHD in adults and why some people with ADHD call it their superpower.
PBO sees $363 billion deficit, warns of pitfalls from Liberals' promised stimulus
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OTTAWA – The federal response to the COVID-19 pandemic should send the deficit to $363.4 billion, Parliament’s spending watchdog says in an outlook on federal finances just under three weeks …
Trudeau pushes back against Premier Ford's criticism of federal vaccine procurement
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OTTAWA – Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is pushing back against Ontario Premier Doug Ford’s accusation that the federal government’s procurement of COVID-19 vaccines is a joke. Trudeau took a poke at …
Vaccine task force prepares for almost 100,000 doses this week
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Manitoba’s vaccine task force has promised to do better after a week of glitches and setbacks. The Manitoba government has said all eligible Manitobans who want the COVID-19 vaccine will get …
Clinic beset by the butterfly effect
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A vaccine-distribution model that is “highly sensitive” to disruptions, people showing up more than an hour ahead of their appointments and short-staffing. Provincial health officials offered a list of reasons Wednesday …
Quebec City gym closed as health officials link it to 68 COVID-19 cases
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MONTREAL – Public health officials in Quebec City have ordered a gym to close after detecting 68 cases of COVID-19 that they say are linked to the facility. Mathieu Boivin, a …
Folk fest closes curtains on 2021 event
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There will be no Winnipeg Folk Festival this summer. On Wednesday, festival organizers said continued uncertainty about COVID-19 pandemic restrictions has made it impossible to host the annual music event, which …
Will Big Drop in Common Viruses Lead to Masks Forever?
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Hospitalizations are down 62% for childhood respiratory illnesses, a study shows. Masking and social distancing are keeping a variety of viruses in check this flu season.
Winnipeg's drinking water source of frustration for Indigenous community
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TORONTO – About 100 million litres of fresh water flows west to the city of Winnipeg every day but the struggling Indigenous people who live on the shores of Shoal …
Pfizer says its COVID-19 vaccine protects younger teens
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Pfizer announced Wednesday that its COVID-19 vaccine is safe and strongly protective in kids as young as 12, a step toward possibly beginning shots in this age group before they …
Diet High in Processed Meats Could Shorten Your Life
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New research found an association between eating even small amounts of processed meats, 150 grams (a little over 5 ounces) per week, and a higher risk of major heart disease and death.
Get a COVID vaccine, win a TV!
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Some First Nations bands are offering TVs and iPads as door prizes in an effort to get people on reserves to roll up their sleeves and get a COVID-19 vaccine …
Brain Scraper: Why Do Some COVID Tests Hurt So Much?
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The nasopharyngeal swab — aka the Brain Tickler — is considered the gold standard for COVID tests. The problem is no two noses are exactly a like and different people will have different reactions.
Pfizer increases spring vaccine schedule, adds five million doses to June shipments
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OTTAWA – Canada’s promised spring supply of COVID-19 vaccines grew Tuesday with millions of additional doses now expected to arrive from three different suppliers before Canada Day. But the news was …
Manitoba marks 77 new COVID-19 cases, 11 new variant cases
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Seventy-seven new COVID-19 cases have been detected in Manitoba, and 11 previously announced cases have been identified as involving highly contagious strains of the novel coronavirus, public heath officials ……
What Happens When You Stop Your ADHD Meds?
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Before you try going off your ADHD meds, talk to your doctor and learn what you should expect.
Innovator: Taft Foley III
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WebMD presents Taft Foley III with the 2021 Health Heroes Innovator award.
Lifetime Achievement: Anthony Fauci, MD
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Anthony Fauci, MD, receives WebMD’s Health Heroes 2021 Lifetime Achievement award.
Frontline Champions: Essential Workers
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WebMD presents the CDC Foundation the Frontline Champions Health Heroes award on behalf of essential workers nationwide.
AstraZeneca vaccine rollout hits snag
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Manitoba’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout hit another setback Monday, after the province hit pause on the use of the AstraZeneca vaccine in people younger than age 55. A serious but rare side-effect …
Bus drivers deserve 'full picture' on COVID-19 threat: union
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The union for Winnipeg bus drivers says the true risk level of COVID-19 remains unknown as it continues to fight to learn the total number of virus cases among its …
How Posture Changes as You Get Older
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Have you noticed that your spine isn’t as straight as it used to be? Our postures can start to change as we get older. Find out why and what you can do to prevent a hunched back as you age.
Global response needed to ensure economic recovery from COVID-19 pandemic: Trudeau
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OTTAWA – Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is calling for a co-ordinated global response to ensure a smooth economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. At a virtual meeting organized by the United …
National vaccine panel to recommend suspending AstraZeneca shots for under-55s
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OTTAWA – Health Canada is demanding that AstraZeneca do a detailed study on the risks and benefits of its COVID-19 vaccine across multiple age groups after getting more reports that …
U.K. COVID-19 variant becoming predominant strain in Manitoba, Roussin says
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The number of COVID-19 infections in Manitoba caused by a more contagious variant of the virus more than doubled on Monday. Chief provincial public health officer Dr. Brent Roussin said the ……
Gum Disease Linked to High Blood Pressure
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A new study finds that severe gum disease may make an otherwise healthy person significantly more likely to develop high blood pressure.
Millennials taking brunt of COVID hits
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At 27 years old, Simarpreet Singh feels the future is beyond his reach. For many Manitobans in their 20s, the prospect of owning a home or starting a family had long …
Moose Jaw should follow same COVID guidelines as Regina, health officials urge
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MOOSE JAW, Sask. – Health officials in Saskatchewan are now urging residents of Moose Jaw to follow the same public health guidelines as Regina due to a rise in the …
Waits shorter Saturday at Winnipeg vaccination site
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A day after seniors lined up for hours to get vaccinated, Winnipeg’s convention centre vaccination supersite seemed to be running smoothly. According to public health officials, a technical glitch caused a ……
Seasonal allergies bring touch of COVID-19 anxiety
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Spring can mean runny noses and red eyes for Manitobans, as pollen and mould spores drift through the air. However, before a mild COVID-19 infection can be ruled out, experts recommend …
It is lit, it is open, and city can't wait to see it
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It is bright, it is lit, and as of today, Qaumajuq is open. Blessings and prayers from elders representing the Inuit and Treaty 1 First Nations in Manitoba put the ultimate …
Critical condition
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Winnipeg’s intensive care program was among the first and most respected in the country; now, burnout, staff shortages and COVID-19 are threatening that legacy
Seniors forced to wait hours in line for vaccine shots
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A lineup of frustrated and tired seniors, waiting to get their COVID-19 vaccines, snaked outside the downtown convention centre Friday afternoon because of a computer glitch that affected staffing. A Winnipeg ……
New modelling shows COVID case counts, severity indicators are back on the rise
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New federal modelling data shows severity indicators and daily cases of COVID-19 are back on the rise as variants of the virus continue to spread in parts of the country, …
Manitoba marks 116 new cases of COVID-19, three more deaths
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Manitobans should brace themselves for an increase in the number of coronavirus variant cases, public health officials say, after dozens of such infections were confirmed Friday. Acting deputy chief provincial public …
What to Know About Suicide Rates in Older Adults
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Older adults, especially men, have a much higher death rate than other groups. One in 4 seniors who attempt to kill themselves will die, compared to 1 in 200 youths.
Actor Rita Wilson Reflects on Surviving Cancer, COVID
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Actor Rita Wilson expresses gratitude and takes nothing for granted as she reflects on surviving breast cancer and COVID-19.
Zombie Genes Spur Brain Cells to Grow After Death
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When people die some cells in their brains go on for hours, even getting more active and growing to gargantuan proportions, new research shows.
Your Mask Might Also Shield You From Allergies
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Here’s a silver lining to having to strap a mask across your face when you go out in public: That mask may also help guard against severe spring allergies, an expert says.
Mind the age gap: only 56 per cent of Manitobans 80-plus have had first vaccine dose
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An estimated 24,000 Manitoba seniors over the age of 80 have yet to get a single shot of the COVID-19 vaccine, even as the age criteria for the life-saving jab …
Russia opposition leader Navalny's health worsens in prison
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MOSCOW – Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny has accused prison authorities of failing to provide proper treatment for his back pain and leg problems, saying in a letter posted Thursday …
Take 10 With Jeffrey Wright
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Actor and activist Jeffrey Wright talks about helping frontline workers when coronavirus hit, his art and activism, and more.
Top JAMA Editor Out Amid Podcast Investigation
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The American Medical Association’s Joint Oversight Committee announced that Howard Bauchner, MD, is on leave beginning at the end of the day. Bauchner is the top editor at JAMA, the journal of the AMA.
COVID Variants Detected in Animals, May Find Hosts in Mice
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Several new studies found evidence of infection by coronavirus variants in mice as well as pet dogs and cats.
States Begin Opening COVID-19 Vaccines to All Adults
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Several states are opening COVID-19 vaccine eligibility to all adults in the next week, with more states to follow throughout April.
Wait no more: Manitoba must administer doses as soon as vaccines arrive
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The good news is Manitoba administered its highest daily number of COVID-19 vaccines on Tuesday. The bad news is it comes after two days of declining numbers. It raises questions …
CEO says Harry hire is a natural fit, not a publicity stunt
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SAN FRANCISCO – The CEO of BetterUp Inc. said Wednesday that he hired Prince Harry as an executive because of his tenacious advocacy for the kind of mental health services …
Minister orders probe into death of First Nations child in 2018
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The Manitoba government has ordered an in-depth review into the 2018 death of a three-year-old First Nations boy who was taken to a nursing station with broken bones and cigarette …
Wolseley residents irate after healthy trees stripped from park
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As thousands of trees are being chopped down across the city in an attempt to quell Dutch elm disease, around 200 healthy ones have been stripped from Omand Park. Now members …
Pregnant at 50: What You Need to Know
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It’s rare to get pregnant at 50 or older, but it can happen. Here’s what you need to know.
Students Try to Cope as Pandemic Strains Mental Health
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Millions of teens and young adults are part of a mental health crisis that was worsening before the pandemic but has only accelerated in the past year. Experts say the time for interventions is now.
Variants of Variants Seen In COVID-Ravaged Brazil
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The unchecked spread of the more contagious coronavirus variants in Brazil appears to have created even more dangerous versions of the virus that causes COVID-19.
Biden to Announce $81 billion for School Reopening
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White House officials say President Joe Biden will announce the government will spend $81 billion to help schools get back to in-person learning — a step toward his stated goal of reopening schools within the first 100 days of his presidency.
Province ready for big increase in daily vaccinations, task force official says
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Manitoba’s COVID-19 immunization campaign will face its biggest test in the next 10 days as it ramps up to hit a total of 200,000 doses delivered by April 3. Johanu Botha, ……
Taking Supplements as You Age
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Do you need to take supplements if you’re over 50? Which supplements are best and which should you avoid? Learn which ones are best and how to choose safely.
The Power of Fiction on the Mind
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Researchers think they’ve figured out why fiction can so strongly affect a person’s reality, thanks to a brain study using the fantasy TV show “Game of Thrones.”
Phage-turner
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A Winnipeg biotech company has come up with a novel approach to preventing COVID-19 infection using naturally occurring organisms called phages — viruses that kill specific bacteria — that scientists …
Cancer Screening Rates Back to Normal After Dip
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After a sharp drop early in the COVID-19 pandemic, rates of routine breast and colon cancer screening soon returned to near-normal levels, a new study finds.
Four variant cases at Winnipeg care homes: WRHA
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Two more staff members at Winnipeg personal care homes have tested positive for a COVID-19 variant of concern, but health officials are not saying where they work. The Winnipeg Regional Health …
Charting path to vaccination success in northern Manitoba
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A sense of cautious optimism is spreading across northern Manitoba as First Nations prepare for one of the most ambitious health campaigns in Canada. The first trickle of COVID-19 vaccine doses …
Province right to bet on red (at least) one more time
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There’s a reason public health officials put the brakes on shifting Manitoba’s pandemic alert level to orange this week. It had little, if anything, to do with the province’s public …
First Nation demands justice in boy's death
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When an unresponsive three-year-old was taken to the Little Grand Rapids nursing station on Aug. 23, 2018, his tiny body bore signs of abuse, including broken bones and cigarette burns, …
Three of Manitoba's mass clinics forced to halt vaccine bookings
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Manitoba has stopped booking new appointments at three of its five big clinics after demand for COVID-19 vaccinations exceeded the number of shots shipped outside Winnipeg. Johanu Botha, operations lead for …
What You Should Know About Blood Glucose Tests as You Age
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What’s a blood glucose test for? What kind of blood glucose test do I need? Which blood glucose tests are best for older adults? How do I use my blood glucose test? Find out what types of glucose tests you can use and how checking your blood sugar may change as you age.
What Happens When You Stop Your ADHD Meds
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Some people decide not to take medications for ADHD. Learn about some of the strategies that work for them.
COPD and Sex
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COPD symptoms can interfere with sex. But you don’t have to say goodbye to intimacy. Here are nine helpful strategies for sex and intimacy when you have COPD.
Opposition NDP calls for 'circuit breaker' in Regina as COVID-19 cases rise
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REGINA – Saskatchewan’s Opposition is calling on Premier Scott Moe to send civil servants home and close Regina restaurants to customers to combat a worsening spread of COVID-19. The provincial capital …
Province to stay in code red; Pallister announces limited health-order changes
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Manitoba’s pandemic alert level will stay at code red, Premier Brian Pallister announced Tuesday. Just a fraction of previously proposed changes made the cut for the next COVID-19 prevention public-health order, ……
What to Know About the Shingles Vaccine
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What do you know about the shingles vaccine? Find out what it does and why it’s important for older adults to get vaccinated.
Manitoba on collision course with third wave, experts warn
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OTTAWA — Looking back six weeks ago, Dr. Dick Zoutman wishes Ontario had resisted the urge to peel back COVID-19 restrictions, in a situation somewhat analogous to Manitoba’s current situation. In …
More Manitobans eligible for vaccines, including premier
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More Manitobans are now eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine — including Premier Brian Pallister — but their options are limited on where they can get their shots. On Monday, the province ……
Coming Soon: Once-a-Week Insulin Injections?
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Daily insulin jabs can be the bane of existence for people who live with type 2 diabetes, but an investigational once-weekly insulin shot may be a game changer for these folks.
How to Treat Knee Pain as You Age
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Although having knee pain is common as you get older, it doesn’t have to become your new normal. Learn more about the symptoms, what causes it, and how to treat it.
Cases of COVID-19 variants on the rise in Canada, fuelling concerns over third wave
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The number of cases of variants of concern in the country is rising, Canada’s chief public health officer said Monday as provinces ramped up their vaccination programs in the hopes …
Many Grocery Workers Still Waiting for COVID-19 Shot
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At least 137 grocery workers have died and more than 30,100 have been infected or exposed to the coronavirus in the past year, according to the union. In the past 2 months alone, there have been coronavirus outbreaks at grocery stores in Detroit, Los Angeles, Seattle, Houston, and other cities.
How to Choose Long-Term Care Insurance
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Long-term care insurance can help when you’re older and need ongoing care. Learn what it does, the best time to buy it, and how to get it.
Four city schools linked to COVID variant cases
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Four Winnipeg schools have been identified as possible exposure locations for a highly contagious COVID variant. Provincial health officials announced Monday that investigations have linked variant-strain cases to St. Paul’s High ……
'Never gave up:' Boushie's mother says RCMP watchdog report shows injustice
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SASKATOON – The mother of an Indigenous man shot and killed on a Saskatchewan farm says a watchdog’s review shows the injustice she faced when she was racially discriminated against …
Injunction against quarantine hotel policy denied, constitutional hearing to go ahead
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TORONTO – A constitutional rights advocacy group has lost its bid for an injunction against the federal government’s quarantine hotel policy designed to prevent the spread of COVID-19. The Canadian Constitution …
COVID Vaccine Eligibility a ‘Crazy Quilt’ of State Rules
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Across the country, a mishmash of rules to qualify for a precious covid shot is creating nightmares for consumers. Criteria including age, occupation and medical conditions vary dramatically.
Hoping to close the vaccine void
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An Oakbank man is advocating to stop some Manitobans, such as his wife, from falling through the cracks of COVID-19 vaccine eligibility. “She’s the love of my life,” Ken Miller said …
Fewer COVID-19 cases in people 80 and up, Tam says as vaccine programs expand
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The COVID-19 vaccine rollout has resulted in a drop in the number of infections in people over the age of 80, Canada’s chief public health officer said Sunday as several …
Seven COVID-19 deaths reported, variant case identified in school
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The deaths of seven more Manitobans have been linked to complications with COVID-19, the province announced Sunday, bringing the new total to 927. Three of the deaths occurred in March 2021, ……
Watchdog's report finds RCMP discriminated against Colten Boushie's mother
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REGINA – A watchdog’s report into how Mounties handled the high-profile shooting death of a young Indigenous man in Saskatchewan has found officers discriminated against his mother. The finding is detailed …
'Exponential growth' of virus variants to the west could signal what's coming for Manitoba
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Canada’s three westernmost provinces have seen rapidly rising cases of coronavirus variants, sometimes doubling within weeks, and Manitobans should expect the same thing to happen here, health researchers caution. That’s why …
Minimum contacts urged even as restrictions may be eased
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Manitoba’s deputy chief public health officer is imploring people to choose their contacts and activities carefully, even as the province considers rolling back restrictions despite COVID-19 and its more contagious …
Three COVID variant cases found in Manitoba schools
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At least three cases of a highly contagious variant of the COVID-19 virus — one of which is still under investigation to determine the source of infection — have been …
Morden vaccination supersite ready to go
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Premier Brian Pallister toured the province’s fifth mass COVID-19 vaccination clinic Friday in Morden as more Manitobans became eligible to get a shot. “It’s wonderful to see this project going forward,” …
Older Adult: Tips to Spice Up Your Sex Life
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Hormones dip and bodies change, but your sex life doesn’t have to suffer. Use what you have — and these tips — to keep it strong and satisfying.
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