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Latest B. C. Figures for Aug 4:
• Inpatients: 410
• Intensive care: 38
• New patients: 938
in the 7 days ending July 30 • Total number of patients Confirmed cases: 379,274
Total deaths in the 7 days ending 30 July: 28 (total 3,940)
Read Full Report Here |Next Update: August 11 3pm (or later)
Headline Summary
• North Korea Wins Over COVID , suggesting Kim Jong Il has won victory
• It reported 19 deaths and a subsequent increase in hospitalizations a day earlier.
• Cathay Pacific losses increase as COVID-19 restrictions ease Shrink.
• Russian players at Canadian Tennis Open Unvaccinated Djokovic
• More Chinese women delay or give up childbirth after after COVID-zero trials.
• Chinese authorities after the outbreak of COVID-19, Tibet's famous Potala Palace closed.
• EU Regulators Begin Review of Pfizer-Biontech Variant Adapted COVID Shots
• COVID Vaccine Manufacturer Novovax Falls in Half After Annual Cuts
• Ottawa Police Face Disciplinary Hearings Links to COVID vaccines for alleged access to child death files.
• The Spokane Braves are unable to find enough COVID-19-vaccinated players for their team , and the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League Withdrawing from next season to fill the roster.
Breaking news
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un declares victory over COVID-19, his sister 'fatal retaliation' Against South Korea, which has accused North Korea of causing the outbreak, he indicated that he too had contracted the virus, while vowing to
Although Kim Jong-Il ordered the lifting of the maximum quarantine measures imposed in May, North Korea "would maintain an iron-strong quarantine barrier and prevent a global health crisis from spreading." We need to step up our quarantine work until it's over," he added. North Korea's KCNA news agency reported on Thursday.
North Korea has not confirmed the number of people infected with COVID, apparently due to a lack of testing supplies.
Instead, daily numbers of fever cases were reported, numbering approximately 4.77 million. However, since 29 July, no such new cases have been registered.
Mr Kim addressed a conference on COVID policy on Wednesday as thousands of unmasked officials sat indoors, according to footage. From the national broadcaster.
— Reuters
Quebec said Wednesday that a day earlier it had killed 19 more people due to COVID-19.
The state's death toll since the pandemic began is 16,088. The seven-day moving average of deaths is 14.
As of Wednesday morning, he had 2,102 Quebec citizens hospitalized with COVID-19, an increase of 64 from the previous day. Of these patients, 55 were admitted to his ICU, down by 3.
— The Montreal Gazette
Hong Kong airline Cathay Pacific on Wednesday posted losses in the first half of the year as easing of quarantine rules boosted passengers. said to have shrunk. numbers.
But it warned that crew quarantine restrictions are limiting the airline's ability to expand its operational capacity. The company reported losses of around HK$5 billion ($637 million) in its first six rounds. Hong Kong eased its strict quarantine rules from 14 days to 7 days earlier this year, and from Friday it mandated hotel isolation for just 3 days.
— The Associated PressSuperstar tennis athletes unleash the world's tension on the court. In Canada, being Russian or Belarusian bans you from attending Wimbledon, but that depends on whether you consent to the vaccination.
The Russian and Belarusian players will compete at the National Bank his Open in Montreal and Toronto, but the unvaccinated Novak he Djokovic will not.
Djokovic was famously expelled from Australia in January after his visa was canceled twice for refusing vaccinations and barring him from playing at the Australian Open.
Because he is vaccinated, he cannot participate in tournaments such as the National Bank Open in Montreal. It remains unclear whether he will play in a future tournament in Cleveland or the final big event of the season, the US Open in late August/early September.
— The National Post
prevented Chinese authorities from exercising extraordinary powers during his severe COVID-19 lockdown in Shanghai earlier this year. Look, Claire his Jean life plans have changed. He was born in China.
Between April and his May lockdown, the hashtag "We are the last generation" briefly went viral on Chinese social media and was subsequently censored.
This phrase was used when a man in protective gear was visited by authorities and threatened to punish his family for three generations for failing to comply with COVID-19 rules. reflected his reaction.
"It really hit me," said Jiang, internalizing her man's remarks as her own answer to her motherhood question.
"I definitely don't want my children to be burdened with the uncertainty of living in a country where the government can come and do whatever they want," she said at 30. an old woman said. She works in the media industry.
— Reuters
Chinese officials have announced that Tibet's famous The Potala Palace was closed.
The response comes as China continues to adhere to its "zero coronavirus" policy, lockdowns, routine inspections, quarantines and travel restrictions, even as most other countries have reopened. It emphasizes that it is obligatory to The palace, the traditional home of Tibetan Buddhist leaders, will be closed from Tuesday, with a reopening date to be announced later, media sites said.Tibet's economy is heavily dependent on tourism, with the Potala River playing an important role.Read Full Text Here
— Associated Press
European Medicines Agency ( EMA) said Tuesday it has begun a rolling review of variant-adapted COVID-19 vaccines from Pfizer and BioNTech.
The so-called bivalent vaccine targets her two strains of the SARS-CoV-2 virus behind COVID.The original strain first identified in China and the now delayed Omicron derivative BA. 4/5. Most cases in Europe. Original SARS-CoV-2 strain and Omicron subvariant BA. A shot of a company targeting 1.Read full story here
— Reuters
COVID vaccine maker Novovax Annual
Novavax Inc plummets after cutting sales forecast in half. shares lost a third of their value after the pharmaceutical company lowered its 2022 earnings forecast. This is because competitors were late to enter the market. to expectations.
annual revenue will reach his $2.3 billion, less than half of his previously expected $5 billion peak, the company said in a statement Monday. Novavax also reported a loss of $6.53 per share for his second quarter. This was a wider range than the average analyst estimate of $5.24. Shares of the Gaithersburg, Maryland-based company fell 36% after the U.S. market closed on Monday. fell more than 31% in pre-market trading on Tuesday.— BloombergOttawa police officers immerse themselves in child death investigation looking for links to COVID-19 Suspected and charged with misconduct. vaccination.
Investigators with the Professional Standards Division of the Ottawa Police Service allege Const. Helen Grus committed a discreditable act when she participated in a private investigative project to find out the vaccination status of parents whose infants or children died. On January 30, 2022, Grus also contacted the father of the deceased baby to inquire of her mother about her COVID-19 vaccination status, and the infant's vaccination status. It is alleged that he directly interfered with the investigation into the death. knowledge.— Citizens of OttawaThe only American team in the Junior B Hockey League based in BC. The Kootenay International Junior Hockey League announced last week that the Spokane Braves will not be participating in his 2022-23 season as COVID-19 vaccinated players cannot find enough to fill their roster. Did.Commissioner Jeff Dubois said in a statement that the Braves have found it difficult to fill the roster "despite their best efforts", and that the franchise's 50th anniversary He said he would miss the season.DuBois said he would be happy if the Braves were able to return to the league.— The Canadian PressWhat are BC's current public health measures?
Masks: Masks are not required in public indoor environments, but individual businesses and event organizers may choose to require them.
Masks are also encouraged but not required on public transport or he BC. Ferries, but are still required in federally regulated travel spaces such as trains, airports, airplanes, and medical facilities.
Gatherings and Events: Currently, there are no restrictions on gatherings and events such as private gatherings, weddings, funerals, worship services, exercise and fitness activities, and pools. Restaurants, pubs, bars and nightclubs also have no restrictions or capacities. There are no restrictions on sports activities.
Nursing homes: No restrictions on visitors to long-term care or aged care homes, but visitors must present proof of immunizations prior to visiting is needed. Waivers are available for children under the age of 12, children on medical exemptions, and visitors participating in end-of-life related compassionate visits.
Visitors to nursing homes should also undergo a rapid antigen test before visiting the facility or be tested upon arrival. Exemptions from testing are available for those who participate in compassionate visits and end-of-life care.
How do I get vaccinated in British Columbia?
Anyone living in BC.
• gov. bc. Register online at ca/getvaccinated to make an appointment with the community.
•Or, if you prefer, you can register and then drop-in to the health authority's drop-in her clinic.
• The system will alert you when it is time for your second dose.
• The same system will alert you when it's time to administer a booster dose.
Where can I get tested for COVID-19?
Testing Centers: BC's COVID-19 test collection centers are currently accepting patients who are hospitalized, pregnant, have symptoms that may put them at high risk, or who: We are only testing those who are eligible and who live/work with symptoms. High risk. You can use BC to find your testing center. Centers for Disease Control Testing Center Map
If you have mild symptoms, no testing is necessary and you should stay home until your fever subsides. Asymptomatic people do not need to be tested.
Take-home Rapid Antigen Tests: Anyone with a British Columbia Personal Health Number aged 18 or over who is eligible can go to a pharmacy and get 5 free You can receive a take-home test kit for COVID-19 rapid antigen test.
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