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• Alberta’s top doctor says province’s vulnerable population is top priority amid COVID-19 pandemic

  19-03-2020 23:57 via globalnews.ca
  
  Dr. Deena Hinshaw assures Albertans that the province’s vulnerable population is a top priority for the government.
  
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• Coronavirus: Lethbridge long-term care facilities restrict visitation - Global News

  19-03-2020 23:42 via globalnews.ca
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• Lethbridge long-term care facilities restrict visitation

  19-03-2020 23:37 via globalnews.ca
  
  Effective March 18, visitors to long-term care or continuing care facilities are restricted to essential visitors only due to the COVID-19 outbreak.
  
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• Coronavirus: Lethbridge long-term care facilities restrict visitation

  19-03-2020 23:37 via globalnews.ca
  Effective March 18, visitors to long-term care or continuing care facilities are restricted to essential visitors only due to the COVID-19 outbreak.
  
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• MLA Neudorf details provincial COVID-19 aid package - Lethbridge News Now

  19-03-2020 23:30 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  MLA Neudorf details provincial COVID-19 aid package  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Stop flushing those wipes: Calgary says putting wipes down toilets will cause blockages, backups

  19-03-2020 23:25
  
  The head of the Calgary Emergency Management Agency is imploring residents to stop flushing disposable disinfectant and bathroom wipes down the toilets. Tom Sampson said Clorox, Lysol and other brands of wipes are finding their way into Calgary's sewage system. "Drinking water is one of our top priorities and I assure you it's safe," Sampson said. He cautions, however, wipes in the system, even if they say they are disposable, can cause blockages and backups. The city's primary goal is maintaini
  
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• CEMA to update Calgarians on city's response to COVID-19 pandemic

  19-03-2020 23:25
  
  The Calgary Emergency Management Agency will hold an update on the city's response to the COVID-19 pandemic at 4:30 p.m. The city declared a state of local emergency on Sunday.
  
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• How to clean to fight COVID-19? Vinegar won’t work, University of Alberta expert says

  19-03-2020 23:21 via globalnews.ca
  
  An expert in medical microbiology and immunology warns vinegar is not the best cleaner to fight the novel coronavirus.
  
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• First COVID-19 death in Alberta confirmed - Lethbridge News Now

  19-03-2020 23:12 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  First COVID-19 death in Alberta confirmed  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• 'Signs of hope': 2 patients recover from COVID-19 in Alberta

  19-03-2020 23:11
  
  Along with the unfortunate news of Alberta's first death from the coronavirus, Dr. Deena Hinshaw said there is a glimmer of hope in the fight against the illness. During her daily update Thursday, Hinshaw said two patients with the illness have recovered from their symptoms. This is a developing story and we will have more details as they become available.
  
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• Lethbridge long-term care centres restrict visitation

  19-03-2020 22:59 via globalnews.ca
  
  Some Lethbridge families are unable to visit loved ones in palliative or end-of-life care due to restrictions brought on by COVID-19 concerns. As Emily Olsen reports, one woman is concerned she may not get to say goodbye to her husband.
  
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• Alberta announces first death from COVID-19

  19-03-2020 22:44 via globalnews.ca
  
  Dr. Deena Hinshaw announces a man in his 60s from Edmonton is Alberta’s first death from COVID-19.
  
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• Calgary distillers and brewers band together to produce hand sanitizer amid pandemic

  19-03-2020 22:42
  
  Several of the city’s brewers and distillers are shifting their focus from spirits to sanitizer in an effort to help contain the COVID-19 outbreak. Many grocery stores and pharmacies in Calgary have sold out of hand sanitizer and the craft brewing and distilling industry is stepping up to try and fill the void. Marty Lastiwka with Skunkworks Distillery started producing small batches of sanitizer in the last few days and he says he’s already been overwhelmed with people coming to ask
  
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• City of Lethbridge outlines what Wednesday's State of Local Emergency means - Lethbridge News Now

  19-03-2020 22:13 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  City of Lethbridge outlines what Wednesday's State of Local Emergency means  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• RCMP seek suspects after ATM taken from central Alberta restaurant

  19-03-2020 22:09
  
  Provost RCMP are looking for information from the public to help them track down suspects in connection with the theft of an ATM from a restaurant. Officers responded to the scene of a break-in at Mikes Original Restaurant on 57 Avenue at about 7:25 a.m. Thursday. An initial investigation has found the suspects involved in the incident used a truck to smash through the doors of the business, giving them access to the ATM inside. The bank machine was taken from the scene. Police say the truck use
  
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• Alberta reports province’s 1st COVID-19 death, officials working on plan to enforce new rules

  19-03-2020 22:08 via globalnews.ca
  
  A man in his 60s from the Edmonton zone has become Alberta's first fatal COVID-19 case, the province's chief medical officer of health said Thursday.
  
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• Alberta officials to update ‘ongoing work to protect public health’ during coronavirus pandemic

  19-03-2020 22:08 via globalnews.ca
  
  Dr. Deena Hinshaw has been updating Albertans daily since the outbreak reached the province. In recent days, she's been joined by the premier and other ministers.
  
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• Alberta officials to update ‘ongoing work to protect pubic health’ during coronavirus pandemic

  19-03-2020 22:08 via globalnews.ca
  
  Dr. Deena Hinshaw has been updating Albertans daily since the outbreak reached the province. In recent days, she's been joined by the premier and other ministers.
  
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• Pair sought in connection with murder of Calgary chef

  19-03-2020 21:58
  
  Police have released photos of a man and a woman they believe may have information about the murder of a Calgary chef in a southwest parking lot on March 14. The pair were seen at a McDonald's in the 3500 block of 17th Avenue S.W., a few blocks away from where Chrisophe Herblin, 56, was killed. Herblin had responded to a break-in alarm at his soon-to-open restaurant, Croque Saveurs, a French style eatery, which was slated to start operating in "early 2020," according to its website. Arriving at
  
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• Three car collision results in rollover in northeast Calgary

  19-03-2020 21:35
  
  Calgary Police, EMS and the Calgary Fire Department are on the scene of a three-vehicle collision Thursday afternoon. The incident took place at 100 Ave and 19th St. N.E. shortly after 1 p.m. Police say one vehicle rolled over, and there appears to be injuries. There was no information available on the extent of injuries, or the age and gender of the people involved. This is a developing story...
  
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• Three-car collision in northeast Calgary sends two to hospital

  19-03-2020 21:35
  
  A man and women were taken to Foothills hospital following a three-vehicle collision Thursday afternoon. The incident took place at 100 Avenue and 19th Street N.E. shortly after 1 p.m. Police say one vehicle rolled over, injuring the man and woman. According to the EMS, one man received serious, but non-life threatening injuries. He was taken to Foothills Hospital in stable condition. One woman suffered minor injuries. She was taken to Foothills as well.
  
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• Jason Nixon to explain why the Alberta legislature is adjourned until Friday

  19-03-2020 21:30 via globalnews.ca
  
  Government house leader Jason Nixon explains to reporters why the Alberta legislature is adjourned until Friday, March 20.
  
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• Lethbridge College cancels 2020 Convocation - Lethbridge News Now

  19-03-2020 21:29 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  Lethbridge College cancels 2020 Convocation  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Calgary Catholic School District halts process to permanently close 2 elementary schools

  19-03-2020 21:24
  
  The Calgary Catholic schools St. Angela and St. Gerard have been handed a reprieve from a process that would permanently shutter them to students. In a release issued Thursday, the Calgary Catholic School District (CCSD) cited the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic as the reason for the decision. The board was scheduled to make its final decision about the school closures early next month. Both schools will now remain open through the 2020-2021 school year. St. Gerard is a French immersion elementa
  
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• Public feedback invited on proposed coal mine near Blairmore - Lethbridge News Now

  19-03-2020 21:22 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  Public feedback invited on proposed coal mine near Blairmore  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Even with COVID-19, most Alberta bottle depots still taking empties

  19-03-2020 21:22
  
  If you're worried about where to take your drink containers because of the coronavirus pandemic, officials say many depots are still open. Alberta bottle depots are all privately owned, but are managed by the Beverage Container Management Board (BCMB). CEO Jeff Linton says the board has been very proactive when it comes to the COVID-19 pandemic and is watching the developments in the illness and the government's reaction closely. He says, for the most part, bottle depots remain open in Alberta,
  
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• ‘Our goal is to try and keep the chamber open’: Nixon on Alberta legislature sittings

  19-03-2020 21:19 via globalnews.ca
  
  She said both sides recognize the priority is making sure Albertans have the supports they need to get through the pandemic.
  
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• Alberta legislature adjourns until Friday; MLA Jason Nixon to explain adjournment

  19-03-2020 21:19 via globalnews.ca
  
  The notice in question was related to Government Motion 10 on the March 17 order paper.
  
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• Calgary's outskirts hardest hit by COVID-19: AHS data

  19-03-2020 21:02
  
  Neighbourhoods on the outskirts of Calgary have been the hardest hit so far by the COVID-19 virus, according to data released by provincial health officials. Alberta Health Services has created an online map, showing the number and locations of COVID-19 cases in each health zone across the province, which can be found here. As of Wednesday afternoon, there are eight confirmed cases in Calgary-Fish Creek and Calgary-Southwest, while there are seven cases in Calgary-Upper Northwest and six in Calg
  
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• Producers advised to spend nothing on drilling as oil price hovers at US$25 amid COVID-19 pandemic

  19-03-2020 20:52 via globalnews.ca
  
  World oil prices have fallen so low that Canadian producers are being advised not to spend any money on drilling and, in some cases, to stop producing crude oil from existing wells.
  
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• Credit agency advises Canadians to put together emergency plan for finances

  19-03-2020 20:34
  
  Consumers are scrambling to pick up whatever sort of supplies they feel they might need because of the coronavirus pandemic but some organizations are warning about the economic impact the quarantine could have on Canadians. The B.C.-based Credit Counselling Society, which has offices in Alberta, says while many people are caught up planning out what supplies they need for an emergency, less attention is paid on how their bank accounts will fair. "Unfortunately, many consumers’ emergency p
  
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• Pharmacists get billing code to screen Albertans for COVID-19; asked to limit drug supplies

  19-03-2020 20:15 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Alberta government is asking pharmacists to help assess and screen people for COVID-19, but they won't be testing for the virus at this time.
  
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• Alberta Legislature adjourned, could be recalled this weekend

  19-03-2020 19:32
  
  Alberta's Legislative Assembly was adjourned until Friday morning as concerns over the COVID-19 pandemic ripple through the institution. Speaker Nathan Cooper received notice that "the public interest requires the Assembly to stand adjourned until 10 a.m." Friday following discussions with Government House Leader Jason Nixon and Opposition House Leader Deron Bilous. The assembly could be called back into the legislature on Friday, Saturday and Sunday as discussions continue over how the governme
  
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• Jason Kenney spreads message of hope during global pandemic - Lethbridge News Now

  19-03-2020 19:09 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  Jason Kenney spreads message of hope during global pandemic  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• Southcentre Mall issues warning after worker contracts presumptive case of COVID-19

  19-03-2020 19:00
  
  Management at a southeast Calgary mall have issued a warning to staff, but are not closing the shopping centre, after an employee was diagnosed with a presumptive case of COVID-19. In a statement to CTV News, management of Southcentre Mall confirmed they had been notified of the diagnosis of a worker at one of its retailers. Officials have not disclosed which store employed the worker but confirm the outlet has been closed to the public. "We are working closely with local public health authoriti
  
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• 'No strong evidence' ibuprofen could make COVID-19 symptoms worse, Alberta Health says

  19-03-2020 18:54
  
  Alberta's chief medical officer of health has weighed on talk about the negative effect of a certain painkiller on COVID-19 symptoms. France's health ministry sparked a huge conversation online after it posted about the possible negative affect of ibuprofen on COVID-19 patients. It alleged that taking the common painkiller could actually aggravate the symptoms of the coronavirus. The World Health Organization has since said it is not recommending against the drug because there is a lack of resea
  
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• App allows Albertans to see doctors without leaving their homes

  19-03-2020 18:53
  
  In the age of COVID-19-imposed isolation, an app is here to help Albertans consult with doctors without leaving their home. The Babylon app was created by Telus Health and first launched in British Columbia a year ago. It allows people to use an artificial intelligence chat tool to check symptoms, book appointments, video conference with a doctor, as well as get prescriptions and referrals. Upon signing up, app users are asked to verify their identity by taking photos of their government-issued
  
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• Coronavirus: App lets Albertans meet with doctors through their smartphones

  19-03-2020 18:35 via globalnews.ca
  
  All physicians providing advice through phone, email and videoconferencing can bill for services using the health service code (HSC) 03.01AD.
  
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• First COVID-19 death in Alberta; 27 new cases

  19-03-2020 18:09
  
  The first death due to COVID-19 has been confirmed in Alberta, the province's chief medical officer of health said Thursday. The province also confirmed 27 new cases, bringing the total up to 146. This is a breaking news story. More to come. Original story follows. Alberta to issue COVID-19 update at 3:30 p.m. Dr. Deena Hinshaw will provide her daily COVID-19 update at 3:30 p.m. Thursday. On Wednesday, Alberta's top doctor reported another 22 cases, increasing the province's total coronavirus ta
  
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• Alberta to issue COVID-19 update at 3:30 p.m.

  19-03-2020 18:09
  
  Dr. Deena Hinshaw will provide her daily COVID-19 update at 3:30 p.m. Thursday. On Wednesday, Alberta's top doctor reported another 22 coronavirus cases, increasing the province's tally to 119.22 new COVID-19 cases in Alberta; Hinshaw says community spread is 'concerning'Hinshaw also said a third patient is now in intensive care and expressed concerns over the province's six COVID-19 cases that came as a result of community spread. As of 11:15 a.m., there were 800 coronavirus cases in Canada and
  
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• Alberta loves Dr. Hinshaw, and her periodic table dress

  19-03-2020 18:04
  
  For all of its uncertainty and anxiety, the COVID-19 pandemic has cast another Edmontonian into local folklore: Dr. Deena Hinshaw. Alberta's chief medical officer is tasked with, among other responsibilities, guiding the province in its response to the new coronavirus. As COVID-19's presence in Alberta has grown, so has Hinshaw's. The doctor earned her undergrad in Camrose at Augustana University College and a Masters in Public Health at the University of Alberta, eventually working at Alberta H
  
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• Radiologists ask Albertans to delay non-urgent screenings amid COVID-19

  19-03-2020 17:57
  
  The Alberta Society of Radiologists is asking its patients to help stop the spread of COVID-19 by delaying non-urgent screenings. The move is to help 'flatten the curve' and will help shift resources in the province's hospitals. "Patients and their doctors should consider whether any other non-urgent diagnostic imaging exams or procedures can be safely postponed until the health risks from the COVID-19 pandemic have passed," Dr. Robert Davies said in a letter to Albertans. Community clinics will
  
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• Calgary girl launches online storytelling for kids stuck at home amid COVID-19 pandemic

  19-03-2020 17:46 via globalnews.ca
  
  Radana Suk said her hope is that Storytime Corner can help give caregivers a few extra minutes to get some much-needed work done.
  
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• Online tools available for Banff residents during COVID-19 pandemic

  19-03-2020 17:35
  
  In an effort to help residents of Banff find information about assistance and social resources during the COVID-19 outbreak, officials have set up an email service. Residents can email [email protected], which is being staffed by 15 town employees, for information on accessing resources around:How to access government resources, including Employment Insurance Mental health services Food resources Housing Issues related to immigration, foreign worker programs, work visas Seniors services Child and yo
  
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• Southern Alberta schools work to put plan in place for students amid coronavirus pandemic

  19-03-2020 17:34
  
  Classrooms across the province continue to sit empty since Alberta’s chief medical officer announced Sunday that all schools be closed. Now, various school districts are trying to come up with a plan for students to continue to work at home. Marlowe Gelmon’s 13-year-old daughter Angelina Kaufmann goes to a public school in the Rocky View School District and so far an online learning plan hasn’t been confirmed yet. Gelmon says she does have a curriculum of her own and feels comf
  
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• Calgary school boards now permitting teachers and select staff to work from home

  19-03-2020 17:34
  
  The Calgary Board of Education (CBE) and Calgary Catholic School District (CCSD) have begun allowing staff to work from home, days after schools were closed to students. In a letter to parents and guardians sent March 17, CCSD officials confirmed that staff would be permitted to work remotely effective Wednesday to "reduce the density of people in our buildings and to reduce the risk of spreading the COVID-19 virus" and that educating students remained the priority. "It is important to note that
  
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• Coronavirus: Alberta distilleries make hand sanitizer amid COVID-19 pandemic

  19-03-2020 16:54 via globalnews.ca
  
  As businesses continue to deal with the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, some Alberta distilleries have made a shift in the product they produce.
  
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• Victoria shop ramping up production of Alberta medical officer's periodic table dress

  19-03-2020 16:45
  
  A Victoria clothing maker says it has seen a surge in demand for a dress Alberta's chief medical officer wore during a COVID-19 briefing this week. Smoking Lily owner Trish Tacoma says her company's inbox has been teeming since Deena Hinshaw was seen on TV wearing the charcoal grey half-sleeve dress emblazoned with the periodic table of elements on Tuesday. Tacoma says the Point Grey Periodic Table dress was sold for seven years before it was taken offline about six months ago. Now, Smoking Lily
  
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• Kodiaks women's basketball head coach steps down - Lethbridge News Now

  19-03-2020 16:23 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  
  Kodiaks women's basketball head coach steps down  Lethbridge News Now
  
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• B.C. clothing shop ramps up production of Alberta medical officer’s periodic table dress

  19-03-2020 15:25 via globalnews.ca
  
  Smoking Lily owner Trish Tacoma says her company's inbox has been teeming since Dr. Deena Hinshaw was seen on TV wearing the charcoal grey half-sleeve dress emblazoned with the periodic table of elements on Tuesday.
  
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