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US COVID-19 deaths rise; 2 California cities to begin fall term online

As states continue to set records with daily COVID-19 case counts, fatalities due the virus are beginning to creep upward, with Arizona, Texas, Mississippi, California, and Florida all breaking records for average daily fatalities over the past 7 days.

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Saskatchewan teachers lack confidence in province’s plan to head back to school

Teachers in Saskatchewan say they question whether or not proper safety protocols are in place for children and staff returning to the classroom in the fall, according to a recent survey.Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation addressed the national survey done by the Canadian Teachers’ Federation on Monday. Saskatchewan school divisions reflect on supplementary learning “Our teachers want to return to the classroom, but are very worried about the health risks and impact on student learning,” said Patrick Maze, Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation president.“It is difficult to understand why precautions are necessary everywhere else — such as physical distancing and personal protective equipment — but not in our schools.

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Coronavirus: 2 more Kingston, Ont., nail salons ticketed for breaching public health guidelines

COVID-19 health guidelines.This now brings the total number of local nail salons that have breached safety protocols to seven.Lily Nailsl and Spa, located at Princess Street and Centennial, and La Sirene nails in the Kingston centre have both been issued tickets by public health.According to KFL&A public health, Lily Nail and Spa was ticketed on July 9 for not disinfecting reusable equipment as often as necessary to prevent disease transmission.La Sirene Nails and Spa, meanwhile, was ticketed on July 7 for failing to obtain contact information of a person seeking personal service.

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In another blow to ‘herd immunity,’ new study shows decline of COVID-19 antibodies after just weeks

LOS ANGELES - The term “herd immunity” has spread in conversation about the novel coronavirus almost as a beacon of hope in the fight against the deadly disease — until, at least, a vaccine is created.

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US pediatricians walk back support for in-person schooling as WHO warns against politicization

WASHINGTON - The American Academy of Pediatrics clarified an earlier statement regarding the reopening of schools, saying science should guide decision-making and that federal funding would be critical.

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Quebec makes mask wearing mandatory in public

As of July 18, Quebecers will have to wear masks when out in public. This as the province works towards eradicating COVID-19. Premier Francois Legault made the announcement Monday in Montreal. Global’s Gloria Henriquez has the details.

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Coronavirus: London gyms and theatres ready for Stage 3 reopening

coronavirus.The news is a welcome change for Moira Adlan, co-owner of the Hyland Cinema. The independent movie theatre located in the south end of London on Warncliff Road will be ready to open on July 24.

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Coronavirus: CampTO launches summer camp with restrictions

The City of Toronto has re-launched summer camp programs and there’s still space left for those who haven’t signed up. As Morganne Campbell reports, summer camp looks much different this year.

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Current Public Health Orders Extended Through July 31

Wyoming’s current public health orders will be extended through July 31 as the state continues to see increasing numbers of COVID-19 cases, Governor Mark Gordon announced today.Over the past 14 days, Wyoming has averaged 27 lab-confirmed cases of COVID-19 per day, with 342 new cases confirmed since July 1. From June 15-30, there were 328 lab-confirmed cases reported.

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U.S. deficit reaches record high at $864 billion for June

U.S. deficit nears $1 trillion — the largest it’s been in 7 years That total would surpass the previous annual record of $1.4 trillion set in 2009 when the government was spending heavily to lift the country out of the recession caused by the 2008 financial crisis.The June deficit was driven higher by spending on various government relief programs such as an extra $600 per week in expanded unemployment benefits and a Paycheck Protection Program that provided support to businesses to keep workers on their payrolls.The report showed that the cost of the Paycheck Protection Program in June was $511 billion.

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Coronavirus: Some Hamilton waterfalls, museums open on July 15

Stage 3 of the province’s COVID-19 reopening plan later this week.Beginning July 15, most waterfalls in the city will be open except for Tews Falls, Websters Falls and Dundas Peak which will remain closed since shuttle services are not available due to the novel coronavirus.As per public health guidelines, COVID-19 physical distancing protocols will remain in place for visitors, requiring the two metres of distance and avoiding contact with those outside your social circle.

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NBA, MLS coronavirus testing counts in Orange County’s totals

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Now that players from both the MLS and the NBA are at Walt Disney World to resume their respective seasons, their coronavirus testing totals will count toward Orange County’s overall numbers.Both professional sport agencies have instituted a bubble policy that keeps players away from fans, family members and more. Under the concept, people within the bubble only have contact with others who are also within the bubble.CBS Sports reports that those within the NBA bubble will be tested for COVID-19 each night while MLS players are expected to be tested every other day, according to the Los Angeles Times.Dr.

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Windermere restaurant issued warning for not following social distancing guidelines

WINDERMERE, Fla. – A Windermere restaurant was issued a warning for not following social distancing guidelines on Saturday, according to the Florida Department of Business and professional regulation. Investigators said the owner of 33 & Melt was issued the warning by investigators from the Division of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco.Under the Phase 2 reopen order in Florida, restaurants can operate at 50 percent indoor seating capacity and full capacity outdoor seating with appropriate social distancing.

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Coronavirus: Toronto launches drive-in entertainment plan including screenings, concerts

Toronto is launching a drive-in entertainment program as the city extends its ban on outdoor festivals and large gatherings until the end of September.Announced Monday, the DriveInTO program will be providing movie screenings, concerts, and other festivities at no cost to attendees.To facilitate the screenings, the city will be working in collaboration with a number of Toronto’s leading film curators including Hot Docs and TIFF.

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Day 1 of Edmonton Oilers training camp

Monday marked Day 1 of Edmonton Oilers training camp as the NHL resumes play. Quinn Phillips has a closer look at the protocols in place to keep everyone safe and healthy amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Restaurants may be reopening, but that doesn’t make indoor dining safe: experts

novel coronavirus pandemic.But now, Ontario is allowing indoor dining to resume in parts of the province as part of Stage 3 as COVID-19 cases have steadily dropped, premier Doug Ford announced on Monday.As of July 17, restaurants and bars are allowed to welcome patrons indoors, and other businesses, including gyms, can operate at a reduced capacity, too.

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Edmonton Oilers honour Colby Cave prior to first practice returning to play

Edmonton Oilers returned to the ice Monday, but not before taking time to remember and pay tribute to teammate Colby Cave, who died in April after suffering a brain bleed.“It’s the first time we’ve all been together in a big group since Colby passed.

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Coronavirus still keeping many Nova Scotia sports competitions on the bench

COVID-19 cases for months.Businesses have reopened, travel is allowed between Atlantic provinces and parks have long been reopened with people being encouraged to get out and active.But while golf and tennis were among the activities being allowed during the initial easing of restrictions, restrictions for many team sports have remained. Soccer Nova Scotia cancels all summer games and tournaments Since the group gathering limits have increased, now allowing up to 10 people to gather without social distancing and 50 people to gather with social distancing, many sports associations have received approval for their return-to-play plans -— but only for practicing and skill development.

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Possible COVID-19 case shuts down Oliver town hall

COVID-19.“It’s precautionary,” Cathy Cowan, the town’s chief administrative officer said. “You have to err on the side of caution.”Cowan said she made the decision to close first thing Monday morning after a staff member reported feeling unwell.“One of our staff members was not feeling well,” Cowan added.

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Students say St. Francis Xavier University waiver unacceptable

The university recently sent a waiver that if signed would release the school from any liability concerning students contracting COVID-19. As Jeremy Keefe, reports students who plan to return to campus say that’s unacceptable.

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COVID-19 Scan for Jul 13, 2020

A multicenter observational study published late last week in The Lancet Child & Adolescent Health identified 78 cases of the pediatric inflammatory multisystem syndrome tied to COVID-19 in the United Kingdom from Apr 1 to May 10—at least 11 times more than expected.Analyzing data from the largest known cohort of patients admitted to p

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Rheumatoid arthritis drug tied to fewer deaths in COVID patients

Two new studies have revealed that the rheumatoid arthritis drug tocilizumab is associated with lower death rates in COVID-19 patients receiving mechanical ventilation. Tocilizumab blocks interleukin-6 (IL-6), an inflammatory protein involved in a potential "cytokine storm" that can lead to respiratory failure in coronavirus patients.

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WHO warns of worse pandemic without detailed national plans

With the global COVID-19 total just shy of 13 million cases, the World Health Organization (WHO) reported a record high 230,000 cases yesterday, amid warnings from the group that many countries are headed in the wrong direction.

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Gov. Newsom calls for immediate re-closure of additional businesses in most of California

JERUSALEM, July 8, 2020 -- People wearing protective masks exercise in a gym in Jerusalem amid COVID-19 pandemic on July 8, 2020. (Photo by Muammar Awad/Xinhua via Getty) (Xinhua/ via Getty Images) SACRAMENTO, Calif. - Gov.

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Ohio man dies of COVID-19 after sharing anti-mask posts on social media, slamming virus ‘hype’

social media accounts that he would not be buying a mask and would not be “buying into the hype” of the pandemic.Richard “Rick” Rose, 37, of Port Clinton, Ohio, was diagnosed with COVID-19 on July 1 and passed away just three days later, according to local news media.RELATED: Disney World offering mask-free 'relaxation zones'“Rick was like a lot of my friends and didn’t feel the need to wear a mask because he was young and healthy. Please know that this virus is real.

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Irish Fall Festival in North Wildwood canceled due to COVID-19 pandemic

NORTH WILDWOOD - The 2020 North Wildwood Fall Festival has been canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.In a Facebook post Monday, event organizers stated that due to concerns for the safety of their AOH members, vendors, musicians, dancers and the amount of visitors they feel this is in the best interest of everyone.They added, "Because of the COVID-19 restrictions in place at this time, it is questionable if this event could take place this September and certainly not to the degree that we have all come to know and expect. This decision is being made at this time to allow everyone ample notice to make or change plans. We hope to see you all September 24-26, 2021 for another fantastic Irish Fall Festival.

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Coronavirus: Peterborough Sport and Wellness Centre role as emergency shelter ending soon

coronavirus pandemic.In late March, the city announced the west-end facility would be used as a temporary shelter since the downtown Brock Mission and its overflow shelter bed program at Murray Street were both unable to provide adequate space for physical distancing.Cameron House and the YES Shelter for Youth and Families could also access the centre as a secondary shelter space.Peterborough police also increased its presence in the west end in connection with an increase in complaints, many connected to the wellness centre.

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Should masks be mandatory in Atlantic Canada during COVID-19?

COVID-19.In Atlantic Canada, which has experienced relatively few new cases over the past month, that debate has become even more relevant as the region’s four provinces have established an Atlantic travel bubble. Quebec makes masks mandatory in indoor public spaces starting July 18 to limit coronavirus spread A hydroponics store in Moncton called GreenCorner has decided that there will no debate about the subject on its property. Everyone must wear a mask inside the store, said owner Rachael MacDonald.“We have a lot of medical growers.

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Coronavirus: Sylvan Lake officials to meet with province after weekend of crowded beaches

people flocked to the beach community in central Alberta over the warm weekend.A photo of Sylvan Lake, Alta., shared on Twitter Saturday gained quite a bit of attention online – for the lack of attention beach goers paid to the COVID-19 pandemic.Sylvan Lake today – my anxiety was a tad high today

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Kelowna COVID-19 outbreaks linked to hotel parties: B.C. health minister

COVID-19 outbreak in Kelowna.Eight COVID-19 cases have been linked to gatherings at Discovery Bay Resort from July 1 to 5 and Boyce Gyro Beach Lodge on July 1.The cases involved people who live in three regions of the province, including the Interior, Fraser and Vancouver Coastal Health regions, Health Minister Adrian Dix said.Contact tracing has linked one positive test in the Lower Mainland back to the Kelowna hotel.

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Coronavirus: Air Canada passengers from Kelowna to Vancouver should monitor for symptoms

novel coronavirus.The affected flight is Air Canada 8421, which flew from Kelowna to Vancouver on July 6.The B.C. Centre for Disease Control says all passengers on that flight are being asked to self-isolate and monitor symptoms for 14 days from the date of travel.

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Montreal Canadiens hit the ice for first official practice since March

Montreal Canadiens training camp at the Brossard practice facility.“It was a lot of fun to get on the ice, skate again, see the teammates and play hockey,” said forward Paul Byron. Gallagher says Habs grateful for second chance The Habs are set to start their five-game qualifying round series against the Pittsburgh Penguins in Toronto — one of two hub cities, along with Edmonton — on Aug.

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Universal coronavirus testing introduced as Saskatchewan opens more health services

coronavirus testing was announced along with the resumption of more health services in Saskatchewan on Monday.Starting Tuesday, July 14, COVID-19 testing will be available to anyone in the province who requests it. Referrals can be made by contacting HealthLine 811. Masks and gloves: Elections Saskatchewan preparing for pandemic election Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) said its laboratories are currently processing around 600 tests per day, with capacity to perform upwards of 1,800.

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Coronavirus: 23 days without a new case in Peterborough area

coronavirus, according to Peterborough Public Health.The last reported new case in the health unit’s jurisdiction was more than three weeks ago on June 20.The health unit serves Peterborough, Peterborough County, Hiawatha First Nation and Curve Lake First Nation. Peterborough Public Health continues to encourage mask-wearing but not mandate it There have been 95 cases since the pandemic was declared in early March, but there are currently no active cases.[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]Ninety-three of the 95 cases have been resolved.

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Disney World offering mask-free 'relaxation zones'

An image of the relaxation station at Upcountry Landing in Animal Kingdom.

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US grapples with COVID-19 pandemic as WHO warns 'no return to normal'

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Four new coronavirus cases confirmed in Simcoe Muskoka, local total now at 613

Coronavirus: Masks to be required in indoor public spaces in Simcoe County, Muskoka The cases in Barrie and Huntsville are community-acquired, while the Innisfil case is workplace-related.“In the last week, we had a total of seven cases and that’s actually the smallest number of cases we’ve had since nearer the beginning,” Dr.

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Dr. Hinshaw ‘strongly recommends’ wearing masks in public

Alberta’s chief medical officer of health updates her stance on wearing masks in public to avoid the transmission of COVID-19.

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Five Guys employees fired, suspended after refusing to serve police officers

according to Fox 10.One officer claims that an employee said “I’m not serving them,” before they left and went to a different restaurant in the city. Watch as Texas officer runs into a burning house, saves 8-year-old boy The restaurant location in question was not open for dine-in but offered curbside, takeout and delivery services.

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Patriot League punts on fall football as SEC leaders meet

Ivy League, which announced a similar decision last week. Unlike the Ivy League, the Patriot League participates in the FCS playoffs.Meanwhile, at the top of college sports, Southeastern Conference athletic directors met in person in Birmingham, Alabama, to discuss how the SEC can have a football season as COVID-19 cases spike throughout much of the South.

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Rock band Great White apologizes after playing show with no COVID-19 precautions

coronavirus.The band drew criticism on social media after the performance Thursday night as part of the First on First: Dickinson Summer Nights concert series in Dickinson — a city in the state’s southwest.Spin Magazine posted video showing the crowd packed in and not wearing face masks.“We have had the luxury of hindsight and we would like to apologize to those who disagreed with our decision to fulfill our contractual agreement.

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Who cares about coronavirus? How different generations are dealing with the pandemic

COVID-19, research has found.A new survey out of the U.S., conducted by the AP-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research and shared with Global News, asked people about public health measures like washing hands more frequently, avoiding touching your face, staying away from large groups and wearing a mask.According to the data, 87 per cent of people ages 18 to 34 reported washing their hands more frequently to help curb the spread of the novel coronavirus compared to 95 per cent of people 60 years and older.

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One positive Covid-19 case in Premier League’s latest round with testing to continue

Premier League has announced that one person has tested positive in their latest round of coronavirus testing. 2,071 tests were carried out between Monday, July 6 and Sunday, July 12 in what is the 13th round of major testing the league has done.There have now been a total of 20 positive tests for Covid-19 in the league, with 18,351 administered in total.Players and staff will continue to be tested twice a week for the rest of the season, with the results getting announced every Monday."The Premier League can today confirm that between Monday 6 July and Sunday 12 July, 2,071 players and club staff were tested for COVID-19.

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Canelo Alvarez set for big hit on £28m-per-fight contract from impact of Covid-19

Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez is set for a big hit on his bumper £28million-per-fight deal due to a lack of crowds amid the coronavirus pandemic.

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Brevard father-daughter duo raising heart health awareness amid COVID-19 pandemic

VIERA, Fla. – A father and daughter duo working to save the lives of student-athletes have reached another milestone for heart health.News 6 first learned about Lexi Sima’s fight a year after the then 16-year-old nearly died while running on a treadmill.“I’m so glad it wasn’t someone other than me,” Sima said.The high school cheerleader and lifelong student-athlete was at the gym, doing a workout she performed daily when she suffered Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA).

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Covid-19: Interim report on nursing homes is published

An interim report by the Covid-19 Nursing Homes Expert Panel has been published.

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Fighters positive about the Covid Card in Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS – Jamel Herring had fever, aches and chills for three days before taking a turn for the better. Mikaela Mayer felt nothing, except regret that she wasn’t given a second COVID-19 test to begin with.Both tested positive for the coronavirus last month, forcing them off ESPN boxing cards they were supposed to headline.

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Coronavirus: 24 regions in Ontario to enter Stage 3 of reopening

Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced on Monday that 24 regions in Ontario will be able to enter Stage 3 of reopening as of 12:01 a.m. on Friday, July 17 amid the coronavirus pandemic.

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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

Ontario doctors warn against complacency as COVID-19 restrictions ease

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