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After child dies, U.S. regulator warns about Peloton treadmill
Safety regulators warned people with kids and pets Saturday to immediately stop using a treadmill made by Peloton after one child died and nearly 40 others were injured.
Doctors hone in on cause of blood clots potentially linked with COVID-19 vaccines
Doctors say they are honing in on the cause of blood clots that may be linked with certain coronavirus vaccines, and add their findings have important implications for how to treat the condition, regardless of whether vaccines cause it.
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21-year-old experiences heart failure after drinking four energy drinks a day for two years: case study
A new case study describes a rare case of severe heart failure in a 21-year-old man after he drank multiple energy drinks daily for two years, revealing the potential dangers of excessive consumption of these beverages.
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PHAC suspends added screening guidelines for travellers from Brazil amid COVID-19 variant surge in Canada
The Public Health Agency of Canada has dropped their recommendation for additional screening measures applied to travellers arriving from Brazil, as a variant linked to that country spreads rapidly through Canada.
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Arkansas treatment ban creates uncertainty for trans youth, families
Arkansas passed a law prohibiting gender confirming treatments for minors, the first state to do so. It's already created confusion, sadness and pain for hundreds of transgender youth, as well as their families and health care providers.
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Brazil asks women to delay pregnancy over new coronavirus variant fears
Brazil asked women on Friday to delay getting pregnant until the worst of the pandemic passes, saying the virus variant that is devastating the South American country appears to affect expectant mothers more than earlier versions of the coronavirus.
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Health Canada reviewing submission to use Pfizer vaccine on children 12 and older
Health Canada is reviewing a submission from Pfizer-BioNTech to expand the use of its COVID-19 vaccine in children aged 12 and older.
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'Extraordinary measures,' national approach needed to fight COVID-19 crisis: CMA
The Canadian Medical Association is calling for 'extraordinary measures' to be implemented to address the surge of COVID-19 cases across several provinces.
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Pregnant women in U.K. told to have Pfizer or Moderna vaccines
Pregnant women in Britain should get a COVID-19 vaccine made by Pfizer or Moderna because there is more real-world data to show they are safe, the British public body that advises on vaccinations said on Friday.
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COVID-19 boosters could become a yearly ritual, says epidemiologist
Getting an annual COVID-19 vaccine booster shot will likely become an annual ritual much like flu vaccinations, due to the need for reinforced immunity and dealing with new variants that could emerge, says one Ottawa epidemiologist.
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Menstrual changes to be expected after COVID-19 vaccine, during pandemic: experts
Social media reports of menstrual changes after receiving a COVID-19 vaccine has some women worried, but experts say any changes may be due to stress and are temporary.
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New weekly confirmed COVID-19 cases nearly doubled in 2 months: WHO
The head of the World Health Organization said coronavirus cases are continuing to rise globally at 'worrying' rates and noted that the number of new cases confirmed per week has nearly doubled during the past two months.
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Growing calls to prioritize daycare staff, early childhood educators for COVID-19 vaccines
There are growing calls to prioritize early childhood educators and child care staff higher in the queues for COVID-19 vaccines, as many daycares remain open despite rising cases across the country.
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New Zealand and Australia were COVID-19 success stories. Why are they behind on vaccine rollouts?
The U.S. and U.K. are leading the world in their mass vaccination campaigns, while some Asia-Pacific countries that won praise for containing the virus are lagging.
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China-made Sinovac vaccine 67% effective against symptomatic infection: Chile report
Sinovac's COVID-19 vaccine CoronaVac was 67% effective in preventing symptomatic infection in the first real-world study of the Chinese shot, the Chilean government said on Friday.
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Nestle Canada recalls non-dairy Drumstick cones over concerns they actually may contain dairy
Nestle Canada is recalling two flavours of its non-dairy Drumstick cones over concerns the dessert treats may actually contain milk.
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For some COVID patients, stroke is first symptom: new study
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Dr. Abdu Sharkawy: COVID-19 precautions not being taken
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COVID-19 COVERAGE
In-depth with Avis Favaro
Worst fear come true: Toronto woman was in ICU with COVID-19 days before giving birth
A Toronto woman is sharing her story of fighting off COVID-19 in an ICU days before giving birth, in the hope it will help more pregnant woman consider vaccination.
Ontario's hard-hit ICUs aren't just running out of beds, but also doctors and nurses
As the third wave overtakes the province, with no sign of slowing down, Ontario's hospitals are turning into war zones — and those working in the ICUs are warning that we’re not just running out of beds, but people to treat the patients in them.
Variants are driving rise in younger, sicker patients needing specialized care to receive oxygen: doctors
Coronavirus variants are believed to be behind an increase in younger and sicker COVID-19 patients in the ICU, who are in need of specialized care only available at a handful of hospitals.
'Her body was a prison': How a new gene therapy changed the lives of two Canadian girls
A new gene therapy for an extremely rare disorder has offered two Canadian children a new chance at life, allowing them to move on their own after years of being trapped within their own bodies.
COVID-19 survivors struggle with nightmares, anxiety and other PTSD symptoms, research shows
New evidence suggests that up to a third of those who fought COVID-19 and recovered are now battling something else — symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder.
In this long-term care home, almost everyone is vaccinated — and life is opening up
For nearly a year, the residents of Chester Village long-term care in Toronto have lived a life of restrictions, put in place to keep them safe from COVID-19. But now that all have received both of their vaccine shots, life is starting to open up again.
Class-action lawsuit launched by Canadian women alleges bladder pain drug damaged their eyesight
Two Canadian women are looking for justice after they were prescribed a drug called Elmiron to stop their bladder pain — a drug which they believe has significantly damaged their eyesight.
Anxious and frightened: Without vaccines, health-care workers in Africa dying of COVID-19
The race to get everyone vaccinated has left regions like Africa behind, with most countries on the continent yet to give a single dose. This has meant front-line health-care workers are getting sick and dying from COVID-19 as a resurgence of the virus due to more contagious variants sweep through countries like Mozambique.
How COVID-19 Affects Me
Menstrual changes to be expected after COVID-19 vaccine, during pandemic: experts
Social media reports of menstrual changes after receiving a COVID-19 vaccine has some women worried, but experts say any changes may be due to stress and are temporary.
Public Health Agency of Canada issues updated guidelines for at-home ventilation
The Public Health Agency of Canada has issued updated guidelines on at-home ventilation, encouraging the use of high-efficiency central air filters and opening windows while urging caution when it comes to ceiling fans and portable air purifiers.
How to speak to someone who's hesitant to get vaccinated
A pediatrician offers tips to help you as you talk with your own loved ones about getting protected against COVID-19.
'They are all changed': What more than a year of pandemic isolation means for youth mental health
The latest round of pandemic closures and restrictions in provinces across Canada is continuing to put children’s mental health at risk, experts say, with many students attending school virtually and having limited access to extracurricular activities.
A third of COVID-19 survivors suffer neurological or mental disorders, study finds
One in three COVID-19 survivors in a study of more than 230,000 mostly American patients were diagnosed with a brain or psychiatric disorder within six months, according to a new study.
Vaccine Progress
Here's where and when you can get a COVID-19 vaccine in Canada
Canada's largest vaccination campaign in history is underway, CTVNews.ca takes a look at where and when you can get vaccinated against COVID-19 in Canada.
What needs to be considered before introducing vaccine passports?
When it comes to the idea of introducing COVID-19 vaccine passports, the federal government’s chief science adviser says politicians will need to first consider the efficacy of existing vaccines, the certificates’ recognition at home and abroad, fraud prevention, and their ethical distribution.
How a Twitter account is helping Canadians find vaccination appointments
A new Twitter account run by volunteers is helping Canadians who are having a hard time finding available vaccination appointments.
How long will coronavirus vaccines protect people?
Doctors are worried that coronavirus may end up being like influenza, which requires a new vaccine every year both because the circulating strains mutate fast and because immunity from the vaccine wears off quickly. But experts say studies suggest Pfizer and Moderna vaccines are eliciting a long-lasting immune response.
Health Canada reviewing submission to use Pfizer vaccine on children 12 and older
Health Canada is reviewing a submission from Pfizer-BioNTech to expand the use of its COVID-19 vaccine in children aged 12 and older.
Canada
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Anguish, grief remains one year after Nova Scotia mass shooting
On Sunday, families of the victims and survivors of the Nova Scotia mass shooting will gather in remembrance of those who died. It has been a year of sorrow, loss and recovery for loved ones, made even more difficult by the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Sask. guidance counsellor dies of COVID-19 after calling on province to get teachers vaccinated
Victor Thunderchild, a well-loved and respected guidance counsellor at Prince Albert’s Carlton Comprehensive, died Saturday morning after contracting COVID-19.
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Ontario walks back new pandemic police powers following widespread backlash
Ontario's government has walked back sweeping new police powers a day after they were announced.
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Revised police measures still dangerous to Ontarians of colour, advocates say
As the Ontario government walks back their latest measures that gave police the power to stop residents at random, officers can still ticket those they believe are participating in public events or gatherings, which advocates say pose a serious safety concern for people of colour.
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B.C. residents navigate mixed-messaging on outdoor gatherings as warm weather settles in
It finally feels like spring and Metro Vancouver parks and beaches are packed with people reconnecting with friends who were rarely seen during the winter.
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Alberta doctors find 2nd case of blood clot linked to AstraZeneca vaccine in Canada
A man in his 60s is the first Albertan to be diagnosed with a blood clot linked to AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine, the province's top doctor announced.
World
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Sikh community in Indianapolis calls for gun reforms after FedEx shooting
Police said Brandon Scott Hole, 19, apparently began firing randomly at people in the parking lot of a FedEx facility in Indianapolis, killing four, before entering the building, fatally shooting four more people and then turning the gun on himself. It was not clear if Sikhs were targeted in the shooting.
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U.S. orders diplomats to leave Chad as rebels near capital
The State Department on Saturday ordered non-essential diplomats at the U.S. Embassy in Chad to leave the African nation due to potential insurgent attacks on the capital.
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Harry, William seen chatting together after royal funeral
A year after they last saw one another, Prince William and his brother Prince Harry put their fraught relationship aside as they said farewell to their grandfather at his funeral on Saturday.
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In Minneapolis, armed patrol group tries to keep the peace
As protests intensified in the Minneapolis suburb where a police officer fatally shot Daunte Wright, a group of Black men joined the crowd intent on keeping the peace and preventing protests from escalating into violence.
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Richard Berthelsen: Royal Family walked in order of birth, not succession at Prince Philip's funeral
The order in which the Royal Family walked at Prince Philip's funeral was in order of birth, rather than the order of succession or strict precedence, writes royal commentator Richard Berthelsen in a column on CTVNews.ca.
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Japanese leader asks Pfizer for additional vaccine supply
Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga asked the U.S. drug maker Pfizer Inc. for additional supplies of the COVID-19 vaccine to speed up the inoculation drive that lags behind many other countries.
Lifestyle
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Queen shares never-before-seen photo of herself and Prince Philip
Queen Elizabeth II shared a cherished never-before-seen photo of herself with her husband as they relaxed together in the grass in Scotland.
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Atlanta man tops off helicopter proposal with five engagement rings
Picking out the perfect engagement ring can be a lot of pressure for someone preparing to propose. A man in Atlanta seemed to have a solution -- just propose with five rings.
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Royal Family funeral attire paid homage to Queen, Prince Philip
The traditional attire observed at the funeral of Prince Philip paid homage to the Duke of Edinburgh and royal tradition.
Sports
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Laval's Leylah Annie Fernandez wraps up Billie Jean King Cup win for Canada against Serbia
Leylah Annie Fernandez clinched a Billie Jean King Cup playoff tie victory for Canada with a dramatic win today.
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Canucks return to play on Sunday following COVID-19 outbreak
The Vancouver Canucks will return to play this Sunday as they take on the Toronto Maple Leafs at Rogers Arena.
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Head of Tokyo Olympics again says games will not be cancelled
The head of the Tokyo Olympics on Friday was again forced to assure the world that the postponed games will open in just over three months and not be cancelled despite surging COVID-19 cases in Japan.
Business
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What is Dogecoin? How a joke became hotter than bitcoin
Dogecoin is the hottest, quirkiest cryptocurrency on the planet. Demand for Dogecoin spiked so much this week, it briefly broke Robinhood's cryptocurrency trading system.
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U.S. Justice Department sues Roger Stone over $2M in unpaid taxes
The U.S. Justice Department sued Donald Trump's ally Roger Stone on Friday, accusing the conservative provocateur and his wife of failing to pay nearly US$2 million in income tax.
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SolarWinds hacking campaign puts Microsoft in hot seat
Microsoft this past week offered all federal agencies a year of 'advanced' security features at no extra charge in light of the SolarWinds hack
Autos
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Prince Philip designed his own custom Land Rover hearse
When Prince Philip's coffin is conveyed to church for his funeral service, it will be taken in a specially-commissioned Land Rover that the British royal himself helped design.
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Toyota recalls Venza SUVs worldwide to fix air bag wiring problem
Toyota is recalling about 373,000 Venza SUVs worldwide because a wiring problem can stop the side air bags from inflating in a crash.
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Walmart invests in GM's self-driving car company, Cruise
Walmart is investing in GM's self-driving vehicle company, Cruise, as it works to build out its delivery network.
