Updated COVID-19 vaccines are rolling out across the country, with priority access for people over 65 and those with underlying medical conditions, but convincing Canadians to roll up their sleeves yet again could be a challenge. Watch The National live…
AstraZeneca is withdrawing its COVID-19 vaccine, citing a “surplus” of newer vaccines worldwide. But respirologist Dr. Samir Gupta says there’s another part to the story after the company acknowledged blood clots as rare but serious side effects. »»» Subscribe to…
B.C. Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry says while seasonal increases in COVID-19 cases are expected, it’s important to remain vigilant. Last month, Canada recorded its first known case of a new variant, BA. 2.86, in B.C. So far, it’s…
Wastewater and test positivity numbers show a fall wave of COVID-19 may be approaching. Vaccine makers have updated booster shots, and doctors recommend getting one when they become available. #covid19 #publichealth #cbcnews Watch The National live on YouTube Sunday-Friday at…
As flu season has many reaching for products promising immune-boosting benefits, health researcher Timothy Caulfield helps sort through where the science stands with some of the most popular trends and supplements. #immunesystem #health #immuneboosting Watch The National live on YouTube…
Something is off with China’s official count of COVID-19 deaths since the country ended its strict zero-COVID policy. And with Lunar New Year — the world’s largest annual migration — around the corner, NPR international correspondent Emily Feng says it’s…
