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COVID-19 wastewater numbers decrease in Saskatoon, Prince Albert

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Saskatchewan post-secondary students concerned over missed experiences from virtual learning

Student unions from three of Saskatchewan’s largest post-secondary institutions are concerned about how much students are getting out of their classes through virtual learning.Institutions have adjusted since the COVID-19 pandemic started in March and students applaud the changes made to keep staff, faculty and their peers safe.However they only see learning virtually as a part-time solution and believe they’re missing something with courses taking place from living rooms and kitchens instead of classrooms and laboratories.

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Saskatchewan using H1N1 experience in COVID-19 vaccine rollout

COVID-19 vaccination plan next week, relying in part on the province’s experience delivering the H1N1 vaccine.On Wednesday, Saskatchewan Health Minister Paul Merriman said the government developed a “very robust” plan more than a decade ago in response to the H1N1 (or swine flu) pandemic in 2009, which included the involvement of current chief medical health officer Dr. Saqib Shahab.

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Common disinfectants used against coronavirus can be harmful: experts

coronavirus pandemic continues to consume our lives, you may find yourself cleaning and disinfecting unlike ever before.While all the mopping of floors and wiping of surfaces may help reduce the risk of catching the virus, experts say the chemical solutions being used could also put your health at risk.“There are a lot of cleaning products or disinfecting products that have potential harms, especially if they’re used a lot or used improperly,” Jeffrey Siegel, a professor of civil and mineral engineering at the University of Toronto, told Global News.

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‘A little bit befuddling’: Saskatoon store’s anti-mask sign sparks concern

No masks allowed — that’s the message a Saskatoon business had on its door earlier this week, as the COVID-19 pandemic continues.Photos were shared online of the sign posted at VitaJuwel near Spadina Crescent and 21st Street.Now taken down, it said face masks are not allowed, but customers can ask store staff about “how to protect your immunity and your sanity during this time.” Anti-mask rallies held in Saskatchewan as COVID-19 cases rise A second sign said employees can treat a variety of ailments, including cancer, multiple sclerosis and schizophrenia.“It got concerning for me when a business is essentially saying, ‘If you want to come inside, you’re required to actively disregard the current public health guidelines,'” said Saskatoon

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University of Saskatchewan temporarily lays off more than 300 employees

The University of Saskatchewan has temporarily laid off 315 employees over a span of 12 weeks.“Prior to any decisions about temporary layoffs, we considered the possibility of redeployment to other work that is essential and can be done remotely,” read a statement emailed to Global News.

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Saskatoon donors, STR8 UP fill urgent need for transitional housing

STR8 UP’s years-long desire for transitional housing was answered this week thanks in part to a flood of donations in mere hours.

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