Union representing LDB workers calls the move a huge win for health and safety
‘We need to plan for the different scenarios and just be ready’
Most virus-related illness due to age or underlying conditions
Health Canada says the national average of children with their first shot is less than half
Hospital cases stable, 8 care home outbreaks Thursday
Parking lots filled up, patients and visitors couldn’t find any
The health authority said they are aligning their restrictions with the rest of B.C.
Confirmed cases have been reported at LTC facilities in Penticton, Summerland and Osoyoos
Isolation time was briefly shortened to five days for everyone
The announcement doesn’t apply to students
Authorities asked to reconsider guidelines as to when residents must isolate
Some provinces hopeful fifth pandemic wave peaking or will soon
Some jurisdictions, including British Columbia, have changed their testing policies
The outbreaks were declared at the facilities on Jan. 16
Individuals under the age of 18 who are unvaccinated remains at 5 days
Critical care stable, 13 more deaths confirmed Wednesday
Susan Brown says emergency room access is being prioritized
