Alberta’s chief medical officer of health, Dr. Deena Hinshaw, updates the COVID-19 situation in the province, which included 20 deaths in a 24-hour period, making it the deadliest day in the province since the beginning of the pandemic.

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Alberta government expects post-secondary institutions to drop vaccine and mask mandates

The University of Alberta is reviewing a letter from the advanced education minister, detailing expectations for post-secondary students to return to school in March — including dropping vaccine and mask mandates.

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B.C. COVID-19 numbers compared to January

Global’s Keith Baldrey looks a how B.C.’s COVID-19 numbers have improved since January.

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When will covid pandemic end? WHO’s chief scientist answers

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Authorities find stockpile of illegal firearms in home of Pennsylvania father and son

FILE - Police lights are shown in a close up image. (Credit: FOX TV Stations) BETHLEHEM, Pa. - A Pennsylvania father and son were arrested after law enforcement agents uncovered a stockpile of unregistered fully automatic firearms during a search of the family's home. U.S.

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Bucks get Serge Ibaka; Donte DiVincenzo out in 4-team trade

MILWAUKEE - The Milwaukee Bucks traded for center Serge Ibaka from the Los Angeles Clippers in a four-team trade that also includes the Detroit Pistons and Sacramento Kings.To complete the deal, the Bucks traded guard Donte DiVincenzo to the Kings and forwards Rodney Hood and Semi Ojeleye to the Clippers. Milwaukee has also acquired a second-round draft pick from Sacramento, a second-round draft pick from Detroit and cash considerations from Los Angeles.In his 13th season, Ibaka is a three-time All-NBA Defensive First Team selection who has appeared in 884 career games (695 starts) with the Thunder, Magic, Raptors and Clippers.

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Crystal Hefner Opens Up About Her Mental Health Journey

Crystal Hefner has shared a new update in her mental health journey.

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COVID-19: 867 people in B.C. hospitals who have tested positive, 138 in critical care

B.C. health officials release a written report Thursday, Feb. 10, with the latest COVID-19 case numbers. Legislative bureau chief Keith Baldrey has analysis.

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What is Galentine’s Day? Everything to know about the popular holiday

Valentine’s Day. Some believe the holiday is just a marketing tactic spread by greeting card companies or is only for people who are romantically involved.Cue the solution to those worries: Galentine’s Day. But what is this unofficial holiday, who can celebrate the occasion and when is it? Gather up your gal pals, and find out the details below.According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, Galentine’s Day is a "day for women to celebrate their friendships with their lady friends." Essentially, the meaning of Galentine’s Day is Valentine’s Day for your gals.

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Remote schooling means snow days could become optional in NJ

MONTCLAIR, N.J. - Many New Jersey children may soon have to experience snow days from the inside looking out if some state lawmakers on both sides of the aisle get their way.Legislation before the state would give school districts the option of using snow days during inclement weather. But if the districts choose not to take a snow day, then the day away from the physical school building would be a remote learning day and it would count toward the state's 180-day education requirement.There's no denying that the unfettered joy of waking up to word of a snow day is a rite of passage for many kids.

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Ontario freezes funds from GiveSendGo trucker convoy fundraiser

The Ontario government says it has successfully petitioned a court to freeze access to millions of dollars donated through online fundraising platform GiveSendGo to the convoy protesting COVID-19 restrictions in Ottawa and at several border crossings.

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50 Cent ‘Reached Out’ To Ex Chelsea Handler Amid Recent Health Scare: He ‘Cares’ About Her

Despite 50 Cent and Chelsea Handler’s past relationship, the “In da Club” rapper still “cares” about the comedian. After the 56-year-old former late night talk show host was hospitalized following an undisclosed health scare on Feb. 4, 50 Cent – whose real name is Curtis Jackson – reached out to check up on his former flame.

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More than 50,000 boosters given yesterday; 446 community cases; 23 in hospital

The Big Boost continues today, promoting the booster dose to anyone over 18 who has had their second dose more than 3 months ago. Many vaccination centres will be open extended hours over the weekend to encourage people to get their booster.

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Delaware County hospital gives families one-week notice before closing hospice unit

RIDLEY, Pa. - Maureen Tribuiani said she knows her 87-year-old mother’s time is coming. It’s an indescribable pain, but one that was slightly alleviated knowing she was at least in good hands."We don’t know if it’s going to be weeks,or a month, or months, but she’s still at the end, and I want her happy and comfortable, and she was very comfortable there," Tribuiani said.She brought her mother, Mary "Mae" Doherty, to the 10-bed inpatient hospice unit at Taylor Hospital in Ridley Park back on Jan.

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New mobile assessment centres for COVID-19 testing to open near Edmonton on Monday

here and complete an online self-assessment first. People without internet access can call HealthLink at 811.[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]Anyone who has booked an appointment but can’t make it is asked to cancel or change it as soon as possible.In September, Alberta stopped offering testing to people who were asymptomatic.

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AHS sees several cases where designated family or supports intentionally did not disclose COVID-19 status

Dr. Deena Hinshaw says Alberta Health Services has seen several cases where a designated family member or support worker intentionally did not disclose COVID-19 status in health-care facilities

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Hinshaw says finding balance in fighting COVID-19 ‘challenging’ amid calls for more restrictions

Dr. Deena Hinshaw says finding a balance between fighting COVID-19 spread and mitigating the number of restrictions to citizens has been challenging and if the province doesn’t reduce spread, more restrictions will have to be put in place.

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Hinshaw assures Albertans there are enough ICU beds for COVID-19

Dr. Deena Hinshaw assures Albertans that there is enough ICU capacity in the province as COVID-19 cases climb, but added that continued coronavirus spread still comes at the cost of other health-care needs.

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‘Our current situation is grim’: Alberta record 1,155 COVID-19 cases, 11 deaths on Friday

Alberta’s chief medical officer of health Dr. Deena Hinshaw announces 1,155 new COVID-19 cases on Friday, with 11 additional deaths.

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Don’t wait for government rules to do ‘right thing,’ mayor says ahead of Alberta COVID-19 update Friday

COVID-19 cases.On Thursday, Alberta Health announced eight additional deaths connected to the novel coronavirus, including a man in his 30s from the Edmonton zone. The provincial death toll rose to 451.

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A stern warning from Alberta’s top doctor

Dr. Deena Hinshaw was firm in tone during an update Wednesday, with a warning she called “deadly serious,” amid reports that Albertans are looking for ways around the province’s current two-week COVID-19 restrictions.

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COVID-19: Hinshaw cautions those seeking loopholes during team sports ban

New restrictions announced for Alberta as 860 COVID-19 cases, 10 deaths reported Thursday Dr. Deena Hinshaw answered questions regarding the temporary ban on team sports, saying she’s aware of groups in affected areas trying to book practises in nearby communities not impacted by the pause.“Let me be clear.

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Alberta anticipates approximately 680K doses of COVID-19 vaccine if products clear testing

Alberta’s chief medical officer of health, Dr. Deena Hinshaw, says Alberta is expected to receive approximately 680,000 doses of coronavirus vaccine from both Pfizer and Moderna, if the products pass hurdles.

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COVID-19: Hinshaw ‘dissapointed’ by businesses and organizations trying to find loopholes in restrictions

Alberta’s Dr. Deena Hinshaw says she is disappointed in organizations and businesses trying to find loopholes in the recent COVID-19 restrictions in the province.

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COVID-19: Hinshaw clarifies sports groups allowed to continue play in Alberta amid restrictions

Alberta’s Dr. Deena Hinshaw clarifies the rules arounds sports teams allowed to continue play during the two-week restriction period.

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Coronavirus: Alberta records 11 new deaths from COVID-19 on Wednesday

Alberta’s chief medical officer of health, Dr. Deena Hinshaw, announces 11 additional deaths from COVID-19 on Wednesday.

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Calgary, Edmonton police say more COVID-19 tickets likely after Dr. Hinshaw requests enforcement

COVID-19 rules, after receiving a letter requesting enforcement from Dr. Deena Hinshaw last week.In her letter dated Nov.

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Dr. Hinshaw to provide COVID-19 update Wednesday afternoon

COVID-19 cases continue to surge in Alberta, the province’s chief medical officer of health will provide another in-person update on Wednesday.Dr. Deena Hinshaw is scheduled to speak at 3:30 p.m.

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ABTraceTogether app has been used to track just 19 cases of COVID-19

COVID-19 contact-tracing app, which has been downloaded 268,064 times on Apple and Android phones, has only been used to track close contacts of 19 positive cases since it launched in May. Alberta launches ABTraceTogether app to improve contact tracing, fight COVID-19 spread As of Monday, Alberta had 10,031 active cases.

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Hinshaw says Alberta is seeing a second wave of COVID-19

Alberta’s chief medical officer of health Dr. Deena Hinshaw confirmed on Monday that Alberta is experiencing a second wave of COVID-19. Sarah Offin has details

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Alberta reaches deadliest day since pandemic began with 20 deaths, 860 new COVID-19 cases

Alberta has been hit by soaring COVID-19 caseloads in recent weeks, with the second wave of the novel coronavirus claiming 20 more lives and infecting more than 800 others. Julia Wong has the details from Dr. Deena Hinshaw’s Monday update.

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Hinshaw admits Alberta is in 2nd wave of COVID-19

Alberta’s top doctor, Dr. Deena Hinshaw, admits that the province is in the midst of a second wave of COVID-19.

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‘I strive every day to do my best for every single Albertan’: Hinshaw responds to critical article

Alberta’s Dr. Deena Hinshaw responds to an article criticizing her actions as the chief medical officer of health and response to COVID-19.

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Dr. Hinshaw to provide update on Alberta COVID-19 situation Monday afternoon

COVID-19 cases were announced on Saturday.Dr. Deena Hinshaw is scheduled to speak at 3:30 p.m.

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Coronavirus: Alberta to address contact tracing delays with new online portal

The COVID-19 Close Contact Tool, which is now in use, requires people who have tested positive to enter information, including phone numbers of known close contacts.According to Alberta Health Services, the information will be reviewed by the contact tracing team and a text message will be sent to all close contacts provided.The text message will let close contacts know of their exposure and include information on 14-day isolation, testing options, symptoms and supports available, AHS officials said.“This process will be completely anonymous — the name of the positive case will not be disclosed in the text message,” Alberta’s chief medical officer of health Dr.

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COVID-19: Alberta reports 860 new cases, 10 new deaths

Alberta’s Dr. Deena Hinshaw updates the province’s COVID-19 data on Nov. 12, 2020.

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Alberta launches online portal to allow automated texting of COVID-19 close contacts

Alberta’s chief medical officer of health, Dr. Deena Hinshaw, announces details of a new online portal to allow automated texting of COVID-19 close contacts. `

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Stricter COVID-19 measures being discussed in high-level meetings in Alberta: sources

COVID-19 are being discussed in Alberta, sources have confirmed to Global News.Sources said high level meetings took place Wednesday, and are continuing Thursday. Proposed restrictions are expected to affect recreational sports, dance and fitness classes.

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Alberta records 644 new cases of COVID-19, 7 new deaths on Monday

In the last five days alone, there have been 3,700 new cases of COVID-19 in Alberta — where Dr. Deena Hinshaw said the province has discussed a short, “circuit breaker” lockdown to clamp down on the spike in COVID-19 cases.

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Hinshaw says it is ‘essential’ to consider COVID-19 in any Diwali celebration or event

Alberta’s Dr. Deena Hinshaw asks anyone planning to celebrate Diwali to consider COVID-19.

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COVID-19 outbreaks declared at 3 Calgary shelter sites

COVID-19 have been linked to outbreaks at two Calgary shelters.Two people have been confirmed to have COVID-9 at the Alpha House shelter, with another five at a transitional housing unit in the city, chief medical officer of health Dr. Deena Hinshaw said.At the Calgary Drop-In Centre, Hinshaw said 11 people have tested positive for the novel coronavirus, however the shelter reported 16 active cases.

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Hinshaw calls vaccine announcement ‘encouraging’ but warns it is still months away

Alberta’s chief medical officer of health, Dr. Deena Hinshaw, discusses a possible COVID-19 vaccine and why the news doesn’t mean citizens should relax COVID-19 precautions.

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Hinshaw says metrics set in spring are ‘not sufficient’ now as Alberta ICU rate crosses threshold

Dr. Deena Hinshaw discusses why restrictions were not put in place after Alberta’s ICU rate from COVID-19 passed the threshold set out in the spring.

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Hinshaw asking Albertans to commemorate Remembrance Day safely amid COVID-19

Dr. Deena Hinshaw is asking Albertans to commemorate Remembrance Day safely amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

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‘We really have to work together with Albertans’: Hinshaw discusses mandatory restrictions

Dr. Deena Hinshaw discusses why the province has not put in mandatory restrictions as COVID-19 cases continue to stay high, and why she says it’s about working together with Albertans.

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Alberta declares COVID-19 outbreaks at Calgary Drop-In Centre and Alpha House

Dr. Deena Hinshaw announces details about COVID-19 outbreaks at the Calgary Drop-In Centre and Alpha House.

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Dr. Deena Hinshaw to give update on COVID-19 after record-high weekend in Alberta

COVID-19 situation in the province.The update, scheduled for 3:30 p.m., comes after a record-high weekend of cases reported in Alberta.On Saturday, there were 919 new COVID-19 cases announced, which was the highest number reported in one day in Alberta since the pandemic began. Sunday saw an additional 727 cases reported, bringing the weekend total to 1,646.Over the weekend, 11 people died, all of whom were seniors in either hospitals or continuing care centres in the province.

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Alberta’s COVID-19 contact tracing plan puts pinpointing hotspots, transmission in jeopardy: doctor

COVID-19 could set the province back “quite a bit in being able to control the pandemic,” according to one infectious disease expert.Chief medical officer of health Dr. Deena Hinshaw announced on Thursday that contact tracers are unable to keep up with the sharp rise in cases in the province, and therefore contact tracing is being focused on cases linked to high-priority settings, such as a schools, health-care facilities or group events.

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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

Coronavirus: Alberta records 20 deaths from COVID-19 on Monday

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