Schools in Trafford record 38 health and safety incidents, including someone being hit by a moving vehicle

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COVID-19 pandemic, the beat goes on for an Indigenous drum group that meets outside the University Hospital of Northern B.C. (UHNBC) in Prince George.Masked and at a distance, the group gathers every Monday evening to sing traditional songs and prayers as a show of support for the health-care workers and COVID-19 patients inside.It started with one Prince George man during the first wave of the pandemic and has transformed into a community affair.

COLOMBO (News 1st): Paying the highest tribute to dedicated and continuing services of the armed forces, with the approval of the President Gotabaya Rajapakse, General Shavendra Silva, Chief of Defence Staff and Commander of the Army on account of the 74th National Independence day has promoted a record 480 Officers and 8034 Other Ranks to their next rank.Accordingly, 7 Senior Brigadiers to the rank of Major General, 16 Colonels to the rank of Brigadier, 36 Lieutenant Colonels to the rank of Colonel, 50 Majors to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel, 207 Captains to the rank of Major, 94 Lieutenants to the rank of Captain, 70 2nd Lieutenants to the rank of Lieutenant in total receive these National Independence Day promotions on 4th February 2022The Sri Lanka Army after General Shavendra Silva took the mantle of the Army Command on 18 August 2019 joins history once again by granting those four-digit numbers of promotions to both Officers and Other Ranks in the organization within a short period after assumption of his office.Unprecedented in its history of 73 years, a record number of 4341 promotions to Officers and 86741 Other Ranks including today’s ones have been granted to-date after 18 August 2019.

reopen schools now, said the central government on Thursday. 

Karnataka in the last 24 hours, taking the state's positivity rate to 11.31%, said state health minister K Sudhakar on Thursday.

World Green Building Council (WGBC), Green buildings can eliminate negative impacts on the environment by utilizing less energy, water and natural resources, encouraging the use of renewable energy, pollution and waste reduction measures. Through the sustainable designs and operations, these buildings strive to reduce carbon emissions, giving precedence to safer materials, thereby contributing to the health and wellness of the planet in general. The Paris Agreement goals also pivots upon the combative measures of the decarbonization of buildings by 2050, which accounts for about 40% of GHG (GreenHouse Gas) emissions.

educational institutions in the state could start physical classes from 7 February  and 17 February.

FILE - A bed is pictured in a 2018 file image taken in London, England. (Photo by: Ed Reeve/View Pictures/Universal Images Group via Getty Images) More Americans are taking over-the-counter melatonin supplements to help them fall asleep, according to a new study published this week.

The number of people with Covid-19 in hospital has fallen to the lowest level this year.

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COVID-19: Toronto District School Board to provide every student with medical mask Restaurants, gyms and cinemas among other venues were allowed to reopen to half capacity on Monday with proof-of-vaccination rules in place for guests.Social gathering limits were increased to 10 people indoors and some surgeries that were paused to preserve health system capacity were also allowed to resume. 

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He’s worked alongside some of the most famous actors in Hollywood, but Vancouver’s Jesse Lipscombe isn’t stopping there. He’s also making a name for himself as an activist. Kylie Stanton reports.

BTS member Jimin has updated fans on his condition following his recent COVID-19 diagnosis and surgery.On Monday (January 31), Big Hit Music confirmed that the idol had tested positive for the coronavirus and had undergone surgery for appendicitis after being admitted to hospital for abdominal pain and with a mild sore throat the previous day.Several days later, on Wednesday evening (February 2), Jimin took to fan community app Weverse to give an update on his condition. “I’m sorry for making you worry,” wrote the star.

Restrictions Exemption Program could be lifted by the end of February, a string of emails between caucus members showed deep divisions within the party.The premier made the comments as part of a news conference where he addressed the blockade of the Coutts border crossing, calling the action illegal and for it to be cleared. One of the main points of contention of the protestors is the REP.“Just a thought, defuse the border confrontation and remove the REP as of midnight; two birds with one stone,” Bonnyville-Cold Lake-St.

Health Matters February 2: Calgary company Resverlogix has developed a drug that could not only stop COVID-19 illness from progressing, it also has potential to prevent chronic symptoms, or long COVID. As Su-Ling Goh reports, the pill is now in Phase 2 trials in Edmonton.

WEST CHESTER, Pa. - Chester County Hospital is one step closer to getting additional emergency room beds.On Tuesday night, the West Goshen Township Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to waive land development requirements for the hospital to set-up a modular emergency room in their parking lot, which will speed up the process.With wait times as high as nine hours in recent weeks, lawyers for the hospital asked for the waiver due to the urgency and need for more space after the closure of Brandywine and Jennersville hospitals.

Dr. Keith Dobson, professor of clinical psychology at the University of Calgary, joins Global News’ Linda Olsen to discuss the mental health strain on people amid the Omicron spread, protests and COVID-19 exhaustion.

Simon Cowell is in good spirits after suffering another painful injury in a bike accident.Cowell and his fiancée, Lauren Silverman, stepped out of their London home for a stroll, and Cowell told reporters for, «I'm OK. I'm feeling much better, thank you.»A source previously told ET that the judge is recovering at home with family after he broke his arm in an accident on his electric bike last Thursday in London. The source adds that Cowell, 62, was taken to a hospital, where he was treated and released.Cowell was photographed wearing a bright yellow cast on his left arm, which sported cartoon scribbles seemingly drawn by the couple's 7-year-old son, Eric.According to, a source tells the outlet that Cowell was riding down the middle of the road with the electric motor on, and his wheels slipped as he hit a wet patch of asphalt.

PHILADELPHIA - While Philadelphia health officials remain optimistic that the city will eventually lift its indoor mask mandate as the wave of COVID-19 cases recedes, they're not ready to pull back restrictions just yet. Health Commissioner Cheryl Bettigole said COVID-19 cases have dropped by 50% since last week, but Philadelphia is still seeing more than 500 new infections each day. Major U.S. cities hit hard by the pandemic like San Francisco, have started to ease some of the harshest restrictions due to a waning number of COVID-19 cases.

COVID-19 health restrictions will depend on how the next few weeks play out, according to the province’s interim public health director.Dr. Luc Boileau explained that while pandemic-related hospitalizations and cases are starting to drop, that could change as businesses welcome patrons again and people host private indoor gatherings.“The health system is fragile and we have to protect it,” he told reporters at a news conference Wednesday.

Black Health and Wellness," set by the Association for the Study of African American Life and History. The theme not only commemorates African Americans who made contributions to medicine but also highlights ongoing issues within the Black community, including mental health."Black Health and Wellness not only includes one’s physical body, but also emotional and mental health," the organization said on its website.

Nina Lucas has left Coronation Street viewers worried after it appears as though her anxiety has become much worst.On the latest episode of the long-running soap, Nina was clearly distressed when her girlfriend Asha Alahan was preparing to to take a day trip to Scotland for a university open day.Asha initially had reservations to leave her partner on her own however, after much encouragement she still decided to go.But Asha's plans were halted when Nina stole her phone and locked her in the cafe.Seeing the disturbing scenes unfold, viewers rushed to Twitter to share their thoughts.One fan penned: "Nina really does need professional help," followed by crying emojis.Another said: "Nina's gonna have a breakdown."A third upset viewer wrote: "Nina is really struggling. I hope Roy gets her some progressional help."Meanwhile a fourth added: "So, beaten up, dead boyfriend, now extreme anxiety… the writers must really hate Nina!"Though things seem to be going relatively smoothly for Nina and Asha's relationship, she is still clearly struggling with the death of her ex-boyfriend Seb Franklin and the terrible ordeal it caused her.Due to the unlawful attack that she received alongside Seb, Nina has been struggling mentally and emotionally This is a live TV story and is constantly being updated.Please refresh the page regularly to get the latest TV updates.

Middlesex-London Health Unit reported two deaths and 190 COVID-19 cases on Wednesday, compared to six deaths and 180 cases a week ago.The deaths involved a man in his 70s and woman in her 90s, neither of whom were associated with a long-term care or retirement home. Based on vaccination status of deaths reported in the last six weeks, one was unvaccinated and one was vaccinated.

Strictly Come Dancing star Amy Dowden has found success in a new domain, as BBC One Wales has provided her with her own solo slot.The "thrilled" 31-year-old took to Instagram to reveal all about Dare To Dance.The Caerphilly beauty will be choreographing dance routines for individuals or groups on the show to practise, perfect, and then unveil to "surprise family and friends".She will be uniting people through the power of performance, showcasing a message or major milestone in life via each dance.Amy, who has her own inspiring message to deliver by battling Crohn's disease while pursuing her dazzling dance career, was filled with excitement at the prospect of filming the new series.Now a star beyond the Strictly stage, she shared with her Instagram followers: "I'm soooooo excited one of the projects I'm working on this year has finally been announced today!"Amy had previously won a BAFTA Award for her emotive documentary Strictly Amy: Crohn's And Me, which revealed the trials and tribulations of finding widespread national fame while battling an invisible chronic illness behind-the-scenes at the same time.The star sadly had to drop out of her Strictly tour performances earlier this week due to being hospitalised with a flare-up of the condition.In an earlier statement, she had elaborated: "I’m thrilled to be fronting my own series for BBC Wales.Dance can have such a positive impact on physical and mental health, socialising and self-confidence so it’ll be a privilege to share my passion with people and help them experience their own special moment on the dancefloor.“It’s going to be such a joyous and uplifting show and I can’t wait to take people on their own dance journey."Excitement is long overdue for Amy, after the

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Ontario’s policy restricting visitors in long-term care homes could soon change.Long-Term Care Minister Paul Calandra says he’s reviewing the rules that took effect in late December to protect residents against the infectious Omicron variant of COVID-19.Calandra says he will have an update on the policy over “the next day or two.” 2,939 people in Ontario hospitals with COVID, 555 in intensive care His comments come as public health rules on social gatherings and businesses started lifting for the rest of the province this week.Ontario long-term care homes currently won’t accept general visitors or let residents leave for social trips, as more than half of the province’s homes contend with virus outbreaks.Meanwhile, businesses that were shuttered last month during the Omicron case surge can now open to 50 per cent capacity and social gatherings can include 10 people indoors.

Jimin is speaking out.

PHILADELPHIA - Philadelphia city health officials say they aren't ready to drop the mask mandate yet, but said "eventually" the mask mandate will end. Dr. Cheryl Bettigole explained that while it's great that more people are doing home tests, counting cases isn't the best metric to determine how we're doing in terms of the pandemic. "We still have more than 500 cases per day, we are on track to see 300 deaths in January.

More officers have been called in to help with an illegal blockade at the Coutts border crossing according to RCMP as the protest enters its fifth day.

Manitoba’s current public health orders to be extended one week Provincial officials had previously announced that the existing orders would be extended through Feb. 8.Global News will stream the press conference on this page.

COVID-19: Quebec premier drops plan to tax people who are unvaccinated Lawyer Natalia Manole says the government should revert to the previous rule, which required caregivers to present negative results from tests taken within the previous 72 hours.She says if health-care workers who are unvaccinated are able to work under those conditions, she doesn’t see why caregivers shouldn’t be afforded the same right.Manole also notes that in certain instances, COVID-19-positive health workers have been permitted to stay on the job.She says she represents at least 80 caregivers and residents who are seeking an injunction to have the decree immediately suspended and to have a judicial review of the health order at a later date.

Karnataka minister for Health and Family Welfare and Medical Education, Dr. Sudhakar K on Wednesday announced that the active Covid-19 case count in Karnataka state capital Bengaluru has gone below 1 lakh in the past twenty four hours. 

Super Bowl is around the corner which means it‘s time for super commercials. Hologic is a global medical technology company that is making its first commercial debut despite being around for 36 years.

HARRISBURG, Pa. - The Democratic Party's endorsed candidate for governor of Pennsylvania, state Attorney General Josh Shapiro, headed into 2021 with $13.4 million in his campaign account, a state record for a candidate heading into an election year.Shapiro, whose campaign report was posted online by the state after Monday night's reporting deadline, is not expected to face opposition in the primary and has unified the party, getting endorsements from its state committee and biggest allies, including the AFL-CIO.He reported raising $13.4 million in 2021, boosted by labor unions and big checks in a state that puts no limits on individual contributions. Labor unions gave Shapiro more than $3 million in 2021, while donors who gave at least $50,000 kicked in more than $5.4 million.The double-digits deep field of Republican candidates vying for the party's nomination reported relatively anemic fundraising through Dec.

Love Island star shares his two-year-old daughter Blossom Fincham with his ex, Casey Ranger.Over the past week, the tot spent two nights in the Royal London Hospital, having already spent eight hours in A&E.She further underwent an array of medical tests over a period of three days before being discharged and allowed to go home.Posting to her private Instagram account, Casey revealed she had been in a "living nightmare" as the events unfolded.The NHS worker didn't confirm what had caused Blossom to seek medical attention but did confirm to followers that her daughter is "on the mend" and recovering at home.Referring to Blossom as her 'brave little bear', Casey wrote: "The last few days have been a living nightmare. "After spending eight hours in A&E we were rushed away in an ambulance to the Royal London Hospital.“After two nights there and three days of continuous tests, scans & X-rays, we are finally home.

Nicola Sturgeon yesterday confirmed that a sub-variant of Omicron has been found to be in circulation in Scotland.

FILE IMAGE - Then-Vice President Joe Biden speaks at the Edward Kennedy Institute on the White House Cancer Moonshot Task Force's mission to double the rate of progress in cancer research and treatment on Oct. 19, 2016, in Boston, Massachusetts.

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France has begun lifting coronavirus restrictions including mandatory outdoor mask-wearing in a bid to ease citizens' daily lives, dividing opinion as the country only last month reported record Covid-19 infections.

Anxiety and frustration are growing among Ottawa residents, as throngs of truckers and other demonstrators who arrived last week to protest Canada’s COVID-19 restrictions continue to disrupt life in the capital. From traffic jams and shuttered businesses, to noise-polluted nights and people urinating in the streets, Abigail Bimman looks at why Ottawans are calling for action on the demonstrators.

₹1,000 crore to ₹83,000 crore from this fiscal year’s revised estimates of ₹82,000 crore. The department of health research was allocated ₹3,200 crore, an increase from the revised estimates of ₹3,080 crore of the current fiscal. The finance ministry allocated ₹690 crore for future pandemic preparedness as part of the Prime Minister’s Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission-BioSecurity Preparedness and strengthening pandemic research.

Premier Jason Kenney said on Tuesday he is optimistic Alberta will be able to ease public health restrictions and scrap the restrictions exemption program vaccine passport by the end of the month. Quinn Ohler explains.

Alberta Premier Jason Kenney says the province is looking at a staged approach to relaxing public health measures when the data supports the timing.

Alberta’s chief medical officer of health Dr. Deena Hinshaw updates the COVID-19 situation in the province on Feb. 1.

COLOMBO (News 1st); Health authorities are urging the public to avoid nonessential trips over the long weekend as COVID-19 infections being reported have recorded a steady rise.The Deputy Director General of Health Services, Dr. Hemantha Herath responded to the question whether the OMICRON variant is at a community spreading rate or not, by stating that it cannot be confirmed exactly according to the definition of the term ‘community spread’, however, if the variant has reached that stage, the public should be careful in their conduct.Meanwhile, member of the Central Committee, of the GMOA, Dr.

The World Health Organization (WHO) on Tuesday said it was urging caution after Denmark became the latest country to drop all of its COVID-19 restrictions that aimed at helping to reduce the spread of infections.