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Single vaccine dose proving effective lowering COVID-19 rates in communities: Henry

Single vaccine dose proving effective lowering COVID-19 rates in communities: Henry

B.C.'s top doctor cautions risk of developing an infection doesn't completely dissipate after one dose
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COVID-19 hospitalizations in B.C. fall to four-week low

COVID-19 hospitalizations in B.C. fall to four-week low

Province records second case of a vaccinated person getting a blood clot.
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New West sees steep drop in weekly COVID-19 cases

New West sees steep drop in weekly COVID-19 cases

Part of an overall trend in B.C.
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COVID-19 public exposure warnings issued for Metro Vancouver dance competitions

COVID-19 public exposure warnings issued for Metro Vancouver dance competitions

The exposures took place at the Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel and the Clarion Hotel and Conference Centre last week
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Here's a look at New West COVID-19 case counts, positivity rates

Here's a look at New West COVID-19 case counts, positivity rates

Newly released community-specific data shows New Westminster isn't the worst off in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley, but it hasn't escaped unscathed
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B.C. sees lower active COVID-19 infections for 13th straight update

B.C. sees lower active COVID-19 infections for 13th straight update

600 new COVID-19 cases identified, while 423 people are treated in hospital – 141 of those in ICU.
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Unpaid COVID-19 fines will now lead to driver's licence denial

Unpaid COVID-19 fines will now lead to driver's licence denial

The "refuse to issue" will apply to all outstanding fines issued and will be applied retroactively.
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These new maps show which B.C. communities are COVID-19 hot spots

These new maps show which B.C. communities are COVID-19 hot spots

So far, the maps have only shown COVID-19 'hot spots' in local health areas, rather than at the community health service area level.
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App for seniors created in Metro Vancouver finds national success amid COVID-19 pandemic

App for seniors created in Metro Vancouver finds national success amid COVID-19 pandemic

Stayhome-Living allows seniors to stay connected, active and entertained through an easy to use and free app
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Nearly 200 passengers arriving at YVR fined for refusing mandatory hotel quarantine

Nearly 200 passengers arriving at YVR fined for refusing mandatory hotel quarantine

The fine for refusing to go to a government authorized hotel is $3,000
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