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COVID-19 case Update for March 30…
Below is the latest update for March 30, 2020, from the BC government. “Today, we are providing case updates for two 24-hour reporting periods: March 28 to 29, and March 29 through to midday today. “In the first reporting period through March 28, we had 16 new cases, for a total of 900 cases in…
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BC Coroners Service confirms first COVID-19 death from community transmission…
The BC Coroners Service confirms its first novel coronavirus (COVID-19)-related death in the community following post-mortem testing, involving a male from the Vancouver Coastal Health Authority. The man died in his residence. Due to the privacy of the deceased, as required by the Coroners Act and provincial privacy legislation, the BC Coroners Service does not confirm or release…
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COVID-19 case Update for March 28…
Adrian Dix, Minister of Health, and Dr. Bonnie Henry, B.C.’s provincial health officer, have issued the following joint statement regarding updates on the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) response in British Columbia: “We are announcing 92 new cases of COVID-19 for a total of 884 confirmed cases. “Every health region in British Columbia has patients with COVID-19:…
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Update on COVID-19 cases for March 27…
Adrian Dix, Minister of Health, and Dr. Bonnie Henry, B.C.’s provincial health officer, have issued the following joint statement regarding updates on the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) response in British Columbia: “We are announcing 67 new cases of COVID-19, for a total of 792 cases in British Columbia. “Every health region in British Columbia has patients with…
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City reminds residents to social distance on local trails and parks…
The City of Prince George has installed signage at a variety of local municipal trails and parks in order to increase public awareness of the importance of physical distancing during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. City parks and trails remain open but members of the public should remember to practice physical distancing while visiting these areas:…
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COVID-19 case Update for March 26…
Below is the latest COVID-19 information as of 3 p.m. on Thursday, March 26, 2020. We have made some edits to the way this update was originally written to avoid confusion. We will continue to edit these type of government releases to avoid negative feedback. Cases: Total confirmed cases in B.C.: 725 New cases since…
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Winter Storm Watch in effect for the Pine Pass and Chetwynd regions…
Environment Canada has issued a Winter Storm Watch for the Pine Pass and Chetwynd regions beginning Friday. A Snow Squall Watch has also been issued. Below are details on what a Snow Squall is and the Watch details… Brief, intense snowfall is expected to develop. During a snow squall, visibilities will be significantly reduced due…
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March 25 update on COVID-19 cases in B.C…
Dr. Bonnie Henry, B.C.’s provincial health officer, has issued the following joint statement regarding updates on the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) response in British Columbia: “We are announcing 42 new cases of COVID-19, for a total of 659 cases in British Columbia. “One additional residential care home now has a confirmed case – a health-care worker…
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Supporting renters, landlords during COVID-19
To support people and prevent the spread of COVID-19, the Province is introducing a new temporary rental supplement, halting evictions and freezing rents, among other actions. The new rental supplement will help households by offering up to $500 a month towards their rent, building on federal and provincial financial supports already announced for British…
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Police seek Wanted Man out of Dawson Creek…
DAWSON CREEK, BC: The Dawson Creek RCMP is asking for the public’s help in locating a man wanted for break and enter and weapon possession… Police are looking for Shonn JOHNSON and he is described as: First Nations 5’8″ tall 150 lbs. Black hair Brown eyes If located, contact the RCMP or the police of…
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March 24 update on COVID-19 cases in B.C…
Adrian Dix, Minister of Health, and Dr. Bonnie Henry, B.C.’s provincial health officer, have issued the following joint statement regarding updates on the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) response in British Columbia: “Today, we are providing case updates for two 24-hour reporting periods: March 22 to 23, and March 23 through to this morning. “In the first reporting period…
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COVID-19 Action Plan: B.C.’s first steps to support people, businesses…
British Columbians affected by the COVID-19 pandemic will benefit from $5 billion in income supports, tax relief and direct funding for people, businesses and services. “The COVID-19 pandemic challenges our health, our economy and our way of life. People and businesses urgently need support,” said Premier John Horgan. “Our action plan focuses on services to…
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March 23 update on COVID-19 cases in B.C…
Adrian Dix, Minister of Health, and Dr. Bonnie Henry, B.C.’s provincial health officer, have issued the following joint statement regarding updates on the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) response in British Columbia: “We are announcing 48 new cases of COVID-19, for a total of 472 cases in British Columbia, since we last reported on Saturday, March 21,…
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UBC – Myth busting: Setting the record straight on ibuprofen and COVID-19
In the midst of the COVID-19 outbreak, there has been a wave of fear and misinformation related to the use of anti-inflammatory drugs, like ibuprofen (Advil and Motrin) Over the past week, rumours claiming that ibuprofen can kickstart the virus into pneumonia, or make the virus 10 times worse, have been quick to spread on…
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March 21 update on COVID-19 cases in B.C…
NOTE! There may not be an update on Sunday. If that’s the case, expect new results to be high come Monday. As of March 22. Adrian Dix, Minister of Health, and Dr. Bonnie Henry, B.C.’s provincial health officer, have issued the following joint statement regarding updates on the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) response in British Columbia:…
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