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No Hat COVID-19 cases in hospital so far: AHS
By Gillian Slade on March 26th, 2020
Medicine Hat News Alberta Health Services told the News Thursday afternoon that no COVID-19 cases are hospitalized yet in Medicine Hat. Dr. Shobhit Maruti, medical officer of health AHS south zone, says four of the five confirmed cases in Medicine Hat were returning travellers and they strictly followed all the guidelines. News of the fifth ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!COVID-19 update – March 26
By Mo Cranker on March 26th, 2020
Medicine Hat News A roundup of the News coverage on the morning of Thursday, March 26, 2020. Alberta has announced that steep fines could be levied on those who are not following self-isolation protocols. Those who have travelled or are otherwise showing symptoms related to coronovius could also be fined. Story here. Alberta and Ontario ... Read More »
1 responseLocal tenants organizing rent strike
By JEREMY APPEL on March 26th, 2020
jappel@medicinehatnews.com@MHNJeremyAppel A group of local tenants are organizing a rent strike for April 1, with the aim of achieving a moratorium on evictions. Dustin, whose last name we are withholding to avoid any potential retribution from his landlord, is one of the event’s three organizers. He says they’re encouraging tenants to forego their upcoming rent, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!No issues with protective equipment supply: AHS
By GILLIAN SLADE on March 26th, 2020
gslade@medicinehatnews.com@MHNGillianSlade Alberta Health Services says it has sufficient inventory of Personal Protective Equipment for staff including gloves, masks, isolation gowns, N95 respirators, goggles and face shields. AHS says it also monitoring stock levels of coveralls, surgeon hoods, disinfectant wipes and hand sanitizers. “AHS was prepared in advance and had been working to ensure we have ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Suncor delays wind project as part of major scale-back of capital spending
By COLLIN GALLANT on March 26th, 2020
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com@CollinGallant A major wind power project near Bow Island could be delayed up to two years, Suncor announced as it issued revised guidance to investors on Monday. The major oilsands and energy producer slashed its forecast outlook in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic response and staggering low world oil prices touched off by a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Alberta leading the continent in COVID-19 testing, but looking to prioritize better
By GILLIAN SLADE on March 26th, 2020
gslade@medicinehatnews.com@MHNGillianSlade Alberta Health is looking at the potential to increase the number of COVID-19 tests but is already leading the way on the number of tests per capita. “Alberta is doing the most COVID-19 testing per capita in North America, so we agree that widespread testing is very important. Testing is available in every part ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City assures customers of continued safe drinking water
By COLLIN GALLANT on March 26th, 2020
cgallant@medicinehatnews.com@CollinGallant Utility officials are telling residents that the typical process of drawing and filtering water at the city’s treatment plant is enough to quell fears about the COVID-19 spread. “Conventional water treatment, which utilizes filtration and disinfection has been shown to inactivate COVID-19,” stated utility commissioner Brad Maynes. “Our water treatment plant will continue to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Grocery stores making adjustments to keep staff, patrons safe
By JEREMY APPEL on March 26th, 2020
jappel@medicinehatnews.com@MHNJeremyAppel Grocery stores across the country are ramping up their sanitation practices to maintain an essential lifeline during the coronavirus pandemic. A representative of Loblaw, which owns Superstore and Shoppers Drug Mart, outlined how the company plans to manage these “very unusual circumstances.” Loblaw stores have reduced hours to give staff enough time to restock ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Docs concerned over Babylon medical app
By GILLIAN SLADE on March 26th, 2020
gslade@medicinehatnews.com@MHNGillianSlade Local doctors are sounding the alarm about a new app called Babylon that acts as a virtual walk-in clinic. Alberta Health launched Babylon earlier this month and says it has been used in B.C. for a year. Steve Buick, spokesperson for the minister of health, says the Babylon is an innovative option in the ... Read More »
1 responseCommunity Foundation exec named to Charities and Civil Society
By GILLIAN SLADE on March 26th, 2020
gslade@medicinehatnews.com@MHNGillianSlade Chris Christie, executive director of Community Foundation of Southeastern Alberta, has been appointed to the Premier’s Council on Charities and Civil Society. The council will work to strengthen community organizations working to address social challenges. Their first task is to advise on civil society’s response to COVID-19. They will consult with organizations to see ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Lyle Rebbeck’s book launch postponed
By Medicine Hat News on March 26th, 2020
Author Lyle Rebbeck has had his book launch postponed. The launch was slated for today at the public library, but it is not open to host the event. Former student Brendan Catalano was set to perform at the event, and will be posting videos on social media of a short performance in lieu. Rebbeck will ... Read More »
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