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Every long-term care resident can have a visitor, even during outbreaks, Henry says

Every long-term care resident can have a visitor, even during outbreaks, Henry says

Previously, residents had been limited to "essential" visitors during outbreaks 鈥� a designation some families say was hard to get, since it must be approved by individual care homes.
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Dr. Bonnie Henry says COVID-19 antiviral pills may not be used for all B.C. patients. Here's why.

Dr. Bonnie Henry says COVID-19 antiviral pills may not be used for all B.C. patients. Here's why.

Health officials say that new data shows the treatment may not be used for some people.
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Three more COVID deaths in Island Health, plus 575 new cases; outbreaks at 25 health facilities

Three more COVID deaths in Island Health, plus 575 new cases; outbreaks at 25 health facilities

The Health Ministry reported 4,075 new cases over three days, although it has said that rate is likely higher because of testing limitations for COVID-19.
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Sooke School District announces vaccine mandate for staff, citing demand

Sooke School District announces vaccine mandate for staff, citing demand

The school board voted to introduce a full vaccine mandate to keep students and staff safe amid the fast-spreading Omicron variant.
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Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says he has no symptoms after testing positive for COVID-19

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says he has no symptoms after testing positive for COVID-19

Canada鈥檚 prime minister says he has tested positive for COVID-19 but has no symptoms and is feeling well. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has been in isolation since Thursday , after one of his three children tested positive for the virus.
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B.C. could ease some COVID restrictions by Family Day, says Dr. Bonnie Henry

B.C. could ease some COVID restrictions by Family Day, says Dr. Bonnie Henry

Orders that closed bars and reduced capacity in theatres, restaurants and sports venues may be loosened by the Feb. 21 holiday, but don鈥檛 expect B.C. to be 鈥渙pening things up completely,鈥� says Dr. Bonnie Henry.
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B.C. to unveil plans for adolescent boosters next week

B.C. to unveil plans for adolescent boosters next week

More details to come from officials as NACI recommends boosters for vulnerable kids 12+
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Vaccinations required for Nanaimo-Ladysmith school district employees as of March 28

Vaccinations required for Nanaimo-Ladysmith school district employees as of March 28

The Nanaimo-Ladysmith School District has set out dates for planned vaccination COVID-19 requirements for its employees. Under new rules approved by board members at a Wednesday meeting, staff and contractors must tell the district by Feb.
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Five COVID-related deaths reported in Island Health, 219 new cases, 3 more outbreaks

Five COVID-related deaths reported in Island Health, 219 new cases, 3 more outbreaks

B.C. to send rapid tests for staff to government-funded child-care settings
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Game on for youth tournaments again while high school sports still wait

Game on for youth tournaments again while high school sports still wait

B.C. School Sports hopes to get update by Friday from Ministry of Education
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