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COVID-19: collective action authorized against public CHSLDs in Quebec
The Superior Court of Quebec authorizes a class action against public CHSLDs in the province “in which there has been an outbreak of 25% or more cases of COVID-19”. Users,…
COVID-19 | Health measures “generally effective”, according to a study
A study aimed at countering online misinformation reveals that health measures taken by governments related to COVID-19 helped save lives or reduce hospitalizations and the number of cases in 2020.…
In 2023 | The Eiffel Tower more visited than before COVID-19
(Paris) With 6.3 million visitors in 2023, the Eiffel Tower was busier than in 2019, before the COVID-19 pandemic, its operating company (Sete) announced on Friday. Published yesterday at 10:38…
COVID-19 vaccine | Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro benefited from a “fake” certificate
(Brasilia) Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro benefited from a “fake” vaccination certificate against COVID-19, an investigation by the Office of the Comptroller General of Brazil revealed on Thursday, which however…
The Covid-19 epidemic has permanently transformed digital practices, according to INSEE
Welcome Health Disease Covid-19 Some of those over 45 have, for example, practiced sending emails and making video calls. Published on 01/11/2024 5:00 p.m. Reading time: 3 min When Covid…
The Covid-19 epidemic has permanently transformed digital practices, according to INSEE
Welcome Health Disease Covid-19 Some of those over 45 have, for example, practiced sending emails and making video calls. Published on 01/11/2024 5:00 p.m. Reading time: 3 min When Covid…
The virus responsible for COVID-19 is still alive, according to the WHO
Nearly 10,000 deaths caused by COVID-19 were reported in December, the World Health Organization (WHO) announced on Wednesday, warning that the virus remains alive even if it can go partly…
For Nathalie Marquay, the third dose of vaccine against Covid-19 caused the death of Jean-Pierre Pernaut
A date impossible to forget for viewers of the first channel, but especially for the family of Jean-Pierre Pernaut. On March 2, 2022, the star of the 1 p.m. news…
flu spreads to new regions, Covid-19 and bronchiolitis still present
Welcome Health Published on 12/29/2023 4:50 p.m. Health: flu spreads to new regions, Covid-19 and bronchiolitis still present The epidemic situation is particularly virulent at the end of the year,…
Can we celebrate Christmas with our loved ones if we are recovering from a major virus like COVID-19? Experts advocate common sense
The tens of thousands of Quebecers who have been infected with COVID-19 or another respiratory virus in recent days should not all cancel their Christmas dinners, believe several experts who…
COVID-19: renewed enthusiasm for rapid tests
More and more Quebecers are purchasing rapid tests to detect COVID-19, even though tens of thousands of them contract a respiratory virus every day. • Read also: Can we celebrate…
Covid-19 is on the rise again as the end-of-year holidays approach
Welcome Health Disease Covid-19 Covid-19 vaccine Published on 12/19/2023 10:19 Video length: 1 min Health: Covid-19 is on the rise again as the end-of-year holidays approach Health: Covid-19 is on…
Covid-19 was the third cause of death in France in 2021, according to Inserm
Welcome Health Disease Covid-19 In 2021, the virus was the third cause of death behind tumors and diseases of the circulatory system, according to Inserm figures released on Tuesday. Published…
Covid-19, flu, bronchiolitis… Should we be worried about the increase in cases before the holidays?
Welcome Health Disease Covid-19 In a context of increasing cases of Covid-19, flu and respiratory viruses, Public Health France recalls the importance of barrier gestures and vaccination to enjoy family…
“Covid-19 is making itself felt significantly, with hospitalizations again,” assures an infectious disease specialist
Welcome Health Disease Covid-19 Public Health France indicates in its latest situation update that there is “a continued increase in indicators in town and in hospitals among adults and more…
“Covid-19 is making itself felt significantly, with hospitalizations again,” assures an infectious disease specialist
Welcome Health Disease Covid-19 Public Health France indicates in its latest situation update that there is “a continued increase in indicators in town and in hospitals among adults and more…
In addition to COVID-19, the H1N1 flu worries
Only 16% of Quebecers have been vaccinated since October against COVID-19, and 17.5% against influenza, which this year is influenza A (H1N1) which Public Health still fears. The main concern…
Towards a cocktail of COVID-19 and flu for Christmas, warns Dr Luc Boileau
A new variant of the COVID-19 virus and its sub-variant, BA.2.86 and JN.1, are spreading rapidly in Quebec. As Christmas approaches, the national director of public health, Dr Luc Boileau…
Too few Quebec seniors vaccinated against influenza and COVID-19 viruses
The Government of Quebec reiterates the importance for more vulnerable people, particularly people aged 60 and over, to be vaccinated to reduce the risk of complications from COVID-19 and influenza.…
Health Canada approves Novavax COVID-19 vaccine update to XBB.1.5
Health Canada has authorized an updated COVID-19 vaccine from pharmaceutical company Novavax, which targets the XBB.1.5 subvariant. It’s called Nuvaxovid and it’s approved for people 12 years and older. Nuvaxovid…