An outside vaccine advisory panel for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) today voted to recommend the single-dose Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine after discussing study findings and policy and clinical considerations.Their interim recommendation, moving a third vaccine option just a step away from distribution, comes on the heels of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) emergency use authorization (EUA) announcement last night, accepting its advisory group's recommendation.The CDC usually accepts the recommendations of its Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), and a formal CDC announcement will be the final step that clears vaccination to begin.Distribution will start this week, with 2 million doses

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B.C. easing COVID-19 restrictions to allow outdoor social gatherings up to 10 people

[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]The easing of restrictions comes as cases of COVID-19 continue to grow in the province. But Henry says there is very little evidence of transmission of the virus taking place outdoors.

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COVID-19 pandemic impact on New Brunswick businesses

The arrival of the pandemic had a massive impact on businesses in New Brunswick. While some sectors suffered critical blows, others were able to thrive. Andrew Cromwell reports.

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COVID-19 survivors may be able to skip 2nd vaccine dose

COVID-19 survivors may not need a second dose of mRNA-based vaccine to prevent subsequent symptomatic infections, which could stretch limited vaccine supplies, reports a research letter published yesterday in the New England Journal of Medicine.

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Quebec commemorates first anniversary of COVID-19 pandemic

On the first anniversary of the pandemic, Quebec remembers the more than 10,500 people who had died during the health crisis.

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Sask. NDP accuses former health minister of lying about COVID-19 plan

Saskatchewan NDP is accusing then Health Minister Jim Reiter of lying about the government’s level of preparedness at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.Opposition health critic Vicki Mowat spoke to reporters on Thursday and said the NDP asked Reiter about his plan to address the COVID-19 pandemic on March 10, 2020. Coronavirus: Saskatchewan NDP leader calls on premier to create task force “He said that he had a plan and accused us of fear-mongering.

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5 things we learned from the Covid-19 briefings

There was a cautious note sounded at the latest briefing by the National Public Health Emergency Team amid some concern about a recent levelling off of Covid-19 case numbers.

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Deadly COVID-19 outbreak at Kitchener retirement home declared over

COVID-19 outbreak to hit Waterloo Region during the second wave of the pandemic has come to an end.The outbreak at the Chartwell Westmount Long Term Care Residence, which saw 19 people suffer COVID-19-related deaths, was declared over on Wednesday, according to Waterloo Public Health. Several COVID-19 vaccination clinics opening in Waterloo Region over next 2 weeks The outbreak, which began on Dec.

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Ontario to experience health-care backlog post-pandemic

Ontario will likely face a health-care backlog once the pandemic ends, after the province’s health-care system reached its limits caring for COVID-19 patients, saw procedures postponed and many people opting to not receive the care they need due to the pandemic, said Dalla Lana School of Public Health Dean Dr.

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All Ottawa residents could receive 1st COVID-19 vaccine dose by summer: Hospital CEO

The Ottawa Hospital projects every resident of the nation’s capital could get a first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine by the summer if current supply trends are sustained.The bold prediction came Thursday as Cameron Love reflected on a year of struggles and resilience within Ottawa’s health-care system during the COVID-19 pandemic, which began locally on March 11, 2020.While the city has seen more than 15,000 COVID-19 cases and nearly 450 deaths related to the novel coronavirus to date, Love told Global News that stabilizing vaccine supply chains could see the city hit a significant milestone in its local vaccination campaign in the next three-to-four months.Ottawa will have the capacity to vaccinate 10,000 people per day, Love estimated, once

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B.C. records 569 new COVID-19 cases and three deaths

COVID-19 on Thursday, along with three deathsThe three deaths bring the province’s COVID-19 death toll to 1,397.The number of people in hospital with the disease remained unchanged at 244. Of those, 68 were in intensive care, an increase of two from Wednesday.There have been a total of 86,219 cases of COVID-19 in B.C., of which 4,912 remain active.On Wednesday, Health Minister Adrian Dix announced that those born in 1936 and earlier can book a vaccination appointment starting Thursday afternoon.

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Gov. Cuomo's groping allegation reported to police

ALBANY, N.Y. - A lawyer for Gov. Andrew Cuomo said Thursday that she reported a groping allegation made against him to police after the woman involved declined to press charges herself.The Times Union of Albany reported Wednesday that an unidentified aide had claimed Cuomo reached under her shirt and fondled her after summoning her to his official residence late last year.

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CDC could 'soon' ease school distancing guidelines to 3 feet

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) could "soon" ease its coronavirus-related physical distancing guidelines for in-person learning from six-feet to three, researchers tell Fox News.A researcher among those who recently penned an opinion piece claiming the CDC misinterpreted findings, including data on safe distancing in the classroom, told Fox News an unnamed CDC employee expects a shift in the agency’s guidance "soon."The unnamed CDC employee is involved with the school reopening response and is eager to see the CDC criteria change, according to Dr.

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Every Living Former President, Except Donald Trump, Participates in Coronavirus Vaccine Campaign

Every living former President, except for Donald Trump, including Jimmy Carter, Bill Clinton, George W. Bush, Barack Obama teamed up for a campaign urging Americans to get the coronavirus vaccine. Their respective first ladies including Rosalynn Carter, Hillary Clinton, Laura Bush, and Michelle Obama, were also featured in the campaign.

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Coronavirus: Feds questioned on decision to increase interval between Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine doses

During Question Period in the House of Commons on Thursday, Conservative Part of Canada leader Erin O’Toole asked Prime Minister Justin Trudeau if the decision to extend the interval between when Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine doses can be administered opens Canada up to any potential legal liability for going “off-label” with the shot intervals.

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Queen’s University announces COVID-19 outbreak in student residence

COVID-19 outbreak at one of its on-campus student residence buildings.In total, there are 10 cases on and off-campus as of Thursday, the school said.According to a Queen’s University news release, there are five active cases linked to a COVID-19 outbreak at Watts Hall. The residence has been locked down and all affected students have been moved to an isolation unit on campus.

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Coronavirus: Peel Region mayors call for move to red zone in province’s colour-coded framework

Mississauga mayor pushes for city to be moved into red zone of COVID-19 framework That meant non-essential retailers could reopen with capacity limits, although gyms, personal care services and indoor restaurant dining remain closed.The mayor of Mississauga is calling for her city to now be moved to the second-strictest “red” category of the framework, without or without the other communities in Peel.[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]Brampton’s mayor also says Peel should be placed into the “red” zone and councillors in his city voted to ask the province to make that move as soon as possible.Being in the “red” zone would allow gyms to reopen with capacity limits and indoor restaurant dining and

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Coronavirus: 2 COVID-19 vaccination clinics set to open in Guelph

COVID-19 vaccination clinics are scheduled to open in Guelph within days at the university and Linamar’s Skyjack building in the city’s north end.The latter at 201 Woodlawn Rd. W.

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Canada could see more vaccine hurdles while at mercy of other nations, experts warn

COVID-19 vaccine rollout has finally picked up pace in Canada.As of Wednesday, more than 3.8 million doses had been distributed to provinces and territories across the country. Out of these, 2.5 million doses have been administered, with more than 2 million Canadians having received at least one dose of an approved coronavirus vaccine.

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‘A gargantuan task:’ New Brunswick’s chief medical officer of health on a year of fighting COVID-19

first presumptive case of the new coronavirus — COVID-19 — was reported in the province.A woman returning from France was whisked away into an isolation room at a New Brunswick ER and tested.That positive result signaled what has, so far, been a year of struggle, hardship and resiliency.“We knew this day would come,” Premier Blaine Higgs told a news conference on that day. New Brunswick reporting 29th COVID-19-related death In the year since then, New Brunswick has confirmed 1,462 cases and marked 29 deaths connected to COVID-19.In a sit-down interview with Global News, Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr.

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Ontario seeing rising numbers of COVID-19 cases in some areas, health official says

Dalla Lana School of Public Health Dean Dr. Adalsteinn Brown on Thursday reported some Ontario communities were seeing a substantial rise in COVID-19 cases compared to two weeks ago.

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Publix expands COVID-19 vaccine eligibility to those 60 and older

ORLANDO, Fla. – When Publix opens its portal on Friday for COVID-19 vaccine appointments, more Florida residents will be eligible.

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One year since pandemic declaration, Florida reports 96 death, 5,065 new cases

ORLANDO, Fla. – It’s possible that Florida is about a month away from opening up vaccinations to anyone, if the current pace continues with the rollout now in full swing.

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Georgetown upsets Big East top seed Villanova 72-71 at MSG

NEW YORK – Dante Harris made two free throws with 4.7 seconds left to cap a perfect game from the line for Georgetown, and the Hoyas upset No. 14 Villanova 72-71 on Thursday to reach the Big East Tournament semifinals.

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Health workers' greatest COVID-19 risk is from community, new data show

The greatest COVID-19 risk factors for healthcare personnel (HCP) aren't patient contact or clinical duties but rather community exposure and prevalence, according to a JAMA Network Open study yesterday.

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Michelle Obama Rocks Her Natural Hair Stylish Mask As She Gets Her Covid Vaccine — See Pic

Michelle Obama wants YOU to get the COVID-19 vaccine! The former FLOTUS, 57, hopped on Instagram to share a photo taken while receiving her vaccination and revealed her casual outfit for the occasion: a plain white tee with cap sleeves, large silver hoop earrings, and a cool checkered protective face mask. She kept her natural curls back with a soft black headband and went with minimal makeup for her trip to the vaccination clinic.

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Ricky Gervais calls coronavirus a ‘c**t ‘ as he gets his first jab

RICKY Gervais called coronavirus a "c**t" today as he received his first jab. The After Life star, 59, scrunched up his face as the vaccine was injected into his arm.

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The strain on family businesses during COVID-19

Family businesses are facing tough decisions while trying to balance home and work during the pandemic. Kendra Slugoski has more in Family Matters.

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Brielle Beirmann Unapologetically Parties In The Bahamas While Kim Zolciak Battles Covid

Brielle Biermann is unapologetically living her best life in the Caribbean, while her mother Kim Zolciak is in quarantine with the coronavirus. The reality TV star celebrated her 24th birthday in the Bahamas and hasn’t been shy about sharing bikini pics of herself partying with friends and swimming in the ocean. On March 10, she even took to her Instagram Story to share a photo while holding up a bottle of Corona beer. Meanwhile, her 42-year-old mom is at home in Georgia, fighting COVID-19 with her husband, ex football star Kroy Biermann.

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Manitoba warns of possible coronavirus variant exposures in Winnipeg

Fear, dread, helplessness: Winnipeg critical care doctor reflects on year of COVID-19 It is up to 50% more transmissible than the virus that surged last spring and again in the fall, making it more adept at thwarting measures that were previously effective, World Health Organization experts have warned. Scientists have concluded that it is also more deadly.The variant was first reported in Manitoba Feb.

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Susan Sarandon says she’ll date ANYONE who’s had the COVID vaccination; Says ‘open to all age, colour, gender’

Susan Sarandon recently made a hilarious revelation! The actress recently admitted that she will date anyone who had the coronavirus vaccination. The 74-year-old actress is looking for someone who’s been vaccinated, she said on the latest episode of Dear Media’s Divorced Not Dead podcast with host Caroline Stanbury. “Someone who’s been vaccinated for COVID,” she said of who she’s looking for.

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Ontario data shows coronavirus case declines levelled off, postponed procedures pose major concern

Ontario government‘s latest modelling data suggests progress in reducing coronavirus cases has stalled and deferred medical procedures and screening is poised to have a heavy impact on the health-care system.“Declines in community cases and test positivity have levelled off. Cases are increasing in most public health units as we see mobility rise,” Dr.

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$1,400 stimulus checks could hit bank accounts as soon as this weekend, White House says

WASHINGTON - White House Press secretary Jen Psaki said most Americans can expect to start seeing direct deposits from the recent COVID-19 relief package as early as this weekend. "People can expect to start seeing direct deposits hit their bank accounts as early as this weekend," Psaki said at a press briefing shortly after President Joe Biden signed the$1.9 trillion "American Rescue Plan," into law on Thursday. RELATED: Biden signs COVID-19 relief bill containing $1,400 stimulus checksThese payments include $1,400 direct payments to individual Americans making $75,000 or less. Biden originally planned to sign the bill on Friday, but it arrived at the White House more quickly than anticipated.White House Press secretary Jen Psaki said most

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Regina’s Milky Way officially opens for spring, summer season

ice cream shops is ready for customers.Milky Way officially opened on Thursday, welcoming many to satisfy their taste buds.Our windows are officially open for the 2021 Season #milkywayicecream #itsspringinsask #hallelujah

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New Brunswick reports 2 new COVID-19 cases; pharmacists to provide vaccinations

COVID-19 Thursday and announced that pharmacies will play a key role in the next phase of the COVID-19 vaccination plan.The two new cases have been identified in Zone 1 (Moncton region) and involve individuals in their 30s and 40s.“Both cases are under investigation and are self-isolating,” the province stated.Beginning Thursday, the province said New Brunswickers who are 85 and older may contact a pharmacist to set up an appointment to receive their first dose of COVID-19 vaccine.Appointments will be scheduled at nearly every pharmacy in the province, with the first vaccinations starting Wednesday, March 17.“Right now, only those who are 85 and older, or those calling on their behalf, can contact pharmacies to book an appointment,” said

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Covid-19: 10 further deaths, 592 new cases

The Department of Health has been notified of 10 further deaths of people with Covid-19 and 592 confirmed new cases.

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CDC director on COVID-19 pandemic 1-year mark: ‘We are tired, we are lonely, we are impatient’

LOS ANGELES - The head of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a statement on the one-year anniversary of the COVID-19 pandemic, while acknowledging the heartbreaking toll of a health crisis that has claimed the lives of more than 520,000 Americans."One year ago today, the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a global pandemic.

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Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine blocks 97% of symptomatic cases, 94% of asymptomatic cases in Israeli study

NEW YORK - The Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine has been found to be at least 97% effective at preventing symptomatic COVID-19 cases, severe disease and death in real-world data from Israel, the companies announced Wednesday. The data, collected by the Israel Ministry of Health, has not yet been peer-reviewed. But the real-world findings fall in line with those from the vaccine’s late-stage clinical trial, which reported 95% efficacy. The companies also said the latest analysis of the Israeli data shows suggests that the two-dose vaccine is 94% effective in preventing asymptomatic infections.

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COVID-19: 3 more variant cases in Northumberland County; HKPR active cases fall to 28

COVID-19 cases were reported in Haliburton and Northumberland counties on Thursday along with several additional variant cases in the region.In its daily update, the Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit reports two new cases in Northumberland County and one in Haliburton County. The overall number of variant cases is now at 21 — up from 18 reported on Wednesday — which include 18 cases in Northumberland (up from 15) and three variant cases in the City of Kawartha Lakes.

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COVID-19 Scan for Mar 11, 2021

A real-world Mayo Clinic study shows a link between vaccination with two doses of an mRNA-based COVID-19 vaccine—either Pfizer/BioNTech or Moderna—and an 80% lower risk of asymptomatic infection.The retrospective cohort study, published yesterday in Clinical Infe

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Ontario pharmacy COVID-19 vaccine pilot ramping up in 3 regions

COVID-19 vaccine appointments as a pilot project offering shots in pharmacies picks up steam.Oxford-AstraZeneca shots are being given to Ontarians between the ages of 60 to 64 at 325 pharmacies in the Toronto, Windsor and Kingston health units.The Ontario Pharmacists Association says the program _ which is set to launch broadly tomorrow _ has a “rolling start” today, with some sites already administering vaccines.

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Several COVID-19 vaccination clinics opening in Waterloo Region over next 2 weeks

COVID-19 vaccination clinics will open their doors in the area within the next two weeks, Waterloo Region announced Thursday.It says the clinics will open their doors as a steadier supply of vaccine is expected to be available in the area.

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Excitement grows for Regina Pats’ season opener against Prince Albert Raiders

Regina Pats and the Prince Albert Raiders in Western Hockey League action Friday night it will be the first time either team has played a game in more than a year.The coronavirus pandemic cut short the 2019-20 season, so to say there is excitement in the room would be an understatement.For rookie forward Connor Bedard, the anticipation has reached an all-time high after being drafted first overall in the 2020 WHL Bantam Draft. Regina Pats’ Logan Nijhoff becomes 80th captain in team history Not only was he the number one pick, Hockey Canada granted Bedard exceptional status meaning he has the ability to play a full season in the WHL as a 15-year-old.“I don’t really know what to expect.

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B.C. to present modelling data looking back at first year of COVID-19 pandemic

COVID-19 in British Columbia over the past year.Henry is presenting the data on the one-year anniversary of COVID-19 being declared a global pandemic.The presentation will be broadcast live at 1 p.m. on BC1, CKNW, the Global BC Facebook page and the Global BC website.There has been a recent increase in daily COVID-19 cases in the province.

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Pfizer CEO expects younger teens to be eligible for COVID-19 vaccines in fall

Pfizer Inc and BioNTech SE expects younger teens to be eligible for coronavirus vaccination in the fall, and elementary school children by the end of the year, the company’s chief executive Albert Bourla said on Thursday.In the United States, the vaccine is authorized for use in people aged 16 or older. Bourla said the company plans to submit data for children aged 12 to 16 very soon.He said his assumption was that the vaccine should be authorized for that age range by the fall, adding that data on children aged 5 to 11 can be expected by year-end.

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Revealing the Many Faces of COVID-19

U.S. Public Health Serviceexternal icon.Some people who caught COVID-19 but never got respiratory symptoms suffered extreme fatigue, difficulty concentrating, heart damage, or inflamed organs.

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Notes from the Field: Opioid Overdose Deaths Before, During, and After an 11-Week COVID-19 Stay-at-Home Order — Cook County, Illinois, January 1, 2018–October 6, 2020

1; Sarah B. Welch, MPH1; Ponni Arunkumar, MD2; Lori Ann Post, PhD1; Joseph M.

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Portable, rapid testing units grease wheels at Brier in Calgary’s curling bubble

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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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