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287 new COVID-19 cases in B.C., as hospitalizations hit six-month high

287 new COVID-19 cases in B.C., as hospitalizations hit six-month high

The number of people in hospital with COVID-19 in B.C. has hit a six-month high, according to data released Wednesday by the province, as the case tally continues to climb. Provincial health officer Dr.
COVID-19 hospitalizations in B.C. rise to six-month high

COVID-19 hospitalizations in B.C. rise to six-month high

The number of people hospitalized with COVID-19 in B.C. has crept up to 87 – the highest number since April 29, according to data the province released October 28.
COVID-19 spike: Saskatchewan brings in new rules for Saskatoon nightclubs

COVID-19 spike: Saskatchewan brings in new rules for Saskatoon nightclubs

REGINA — Saskatchewan is introducing new rules for nightclubs in Saskatoon after a spike in COVID-19 cases. Health officials says a recent rise in cases has been tied to nightspots in the city.
COVID-19 death rates higher in neighbourhoods with more visible minorities: StatCan

COVID-19 death rates higher in neighbourhoods with more visible minorities: StatCan

OTTAWA — A new Statistics Canada report says communities with the most visible minorities had the highest mortality rates during the first wave of the novel coronavirus.
COVID-19 death rates higher in neighbourhoods with more visible minorities: StatCan

COVID-19 death rates higher in neighbourhoods with more visible minorities: StatCan

OTTAWA — A new Statistics Canada report says communities with the most visible minorities had the highest mortality rates during the first wave of the novel coronavirus.
COVID-19 death rates higher in neighbourhoods with more visible minorities: StatCan

COVID-19 death rates higher in neighbourhoods with more visible minorities: StatCan

OTTAWA — A new Statistics Canada report says communities with the most visible minorities had the highest mortality rates during the first wave of the novel coronavirus.
COVID case counts climb: Manitoba top doctor says tighter rules haven't worked so far

COVID case counts climb: Manitoba top doctor says tighter rules haven't worked so far

WINNIPEG — Limits on public gatherings have not stopped Manitoba's COVID-19 numbers from rising, so tighter rules may come soon, says the province's top doctor.
Long-term care deaths surged in COVID-19 first wave, Tam hopeful it won't repeat

Long-term care deaths surged in COVID-19 first wave, Tam hopeful it won't repeat

Long-term care deaths accounted for nearly 80 per cent of COVID-19 cases in Canada during the first wave of the pandemic, but the country's chief public health officer thinks a repeat can be avoided amid a new spike in cases.
Long-term care deaths surged in COVID-19 first wave, Tam hopeful it won't repeat

Long-term care deaths surged in COVID-19 first wave, Tam hopeful it won't repeat

Long-term care deaths accounted for nearly 80 per cent of COVID-19 cases in Canada during the first wave of the pandemic, but the country's chief public health officer thinks a repeat can be avoided amid a new spike in cases.
Long-term care deaths surged in COVID-19 first wave, Tam hopeful it won't repeat

Long-term care deaths surged in COVID-19 first wave, Tam hopeful it won't repeat

Long-term care deaths accounted for nearly 80 per cent of COVID-19 cases in Canada during the first wave of the pandemic, but the country's chief public health officer thinks a repeat can be avoided amid a new spike in cases.