Category: Public health


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One half a million booster doses given to priority populations.

Booster doses at least six months since 2nd dose, 8 months maybe optimal.

Invitations coming out soon to next groups.

Global action of important.

Genome testing of waste water challenging.

Holidays “keep it small”

Not contemplating anymore restrictions, because of immunization effectiveness in most areas.

More from Bonnie Henry and Adrian Dix

Today is the international day for the ending of violence against women.

OUCH File photo KDG

Homicidies in Canada 2020

There were 743 homicides in Canada in 2020. The change was plus 56 from 2019, the rate per 1100k of the population was 1.95. The breakdown by sex was 568 male to 171 female; who ahead?

These stats are all homicides, which means survival of violence is a different thing and it is subject to social priorities. ( ie: 1 in 5 were gang-related, down considerably since 2016). If death because of gang activities is effectively addressed, because of priorities then AW violence can also be.

Edmonton Alberta had the highest homicide rate; 3.19 per 100 K, with Montreal the lowest at 0.97. Once again these are all homicide statistics and hide an ugly monster.

Beating deaths were .34 of homicides down from a high of 0.53 in 1993.

British Columbia had 8 more homicides in 2020, Alberta had 39 more.

There were 277 homicides in Canada by firearms nearly half with handguns ( Whos got handguns in Canada?)

You be the judge and not a stat.

NOTE:

Editors note: Statistical data: 2021 Stats Can, why are 4 homicides not listed in either gender?

Data release date: November 25th, 2021, Stats Can

On this Day: November 25th 1905-1915

Albert Einstien presents his notes on general relativity.

BC Covid-19 update, November 23rd, 2021.

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25 percent of Children registered, get vaccinated system. ( 90,000)

5-11-year-olds vaccination.

The campaign starts Monday.

Consent.

Drop-ins are difficult at this time.

Adults not finished their own shot series, come in with kids ( immediate family needs)

Pharmacy-only for 12 and up…

Johnson and Johnson vector vaccine.

more…

From the Editor.

In order for a child to receive a pediatric COVID-19 vaccine, they must have verbal consent from either a parent or legal guardian — or written consent if they’re being accompanied by an adult who isn’t their legal guardian.

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Short 72 hour visits to US escape testing. (Fully vaccinated)

Canadians cooperating in challenges.

Nov16-17th

On this Day: November 18th 1963

The first push-button phone.

I can’t tell you why.

ICBC and injury law,
File Photo KDG

On this Day: November 17th 2012

Fifty Egyptian children were killed in a railway crossing accident..

Level crossings safety

Covid-18 BC, update…

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Evacuations respected officials.

Strong community support for workers for emergencies.

Not yet through the pandemic.

Varient ay4.2 has shown up, is now two-thirds of present cases.

Vector vaccine Johnson and Johnson arriving. Call the center if you want this vector vaccine. (5000 doses this week)

Immunizations for 5-11-year-olds, independent review encouraging for coming authorizations. ( familiar with) MOFH. Fewer antigen boosts are needed. If and when approved they are prepared. Vaccination will not be mandatory for children.

Flu is about.

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November 9th, 2021, BC Covid-19 update…

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Public health response, influence 4 cases, flu shots free to everyone.

The reproductive number drops below 1, “This is encouraging”

Peak risk period.

Continue to be cautious, we need to reduce the risk.

Plan for smaller gatherings and be a respectful traveler.

BC Covid -19 update, November 8th, 2021

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We will get booster shots in time.

Clusters and peaks

Spillovers put pressure on other parts of the province

5 things for the next months, get your shots up to date.

Register younger children to get their shots,

When you don’t know the status of vaccination, keep masks and such up.

BC Covid-19 update November 4rth 2021…

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Interior health good progress.

Booster doses to breakthrough areas.

The stark difference between fully vaccinated.

Fraser Health has the bulk of cases.

5-11-year-olds.

Confidence in information is important.

A cancer diagnosis of BC premier, John Hogan.

You can talk to the police about seeing a crime.

A peace officer talks to a citizen. File Photo KDG

November 1st-7th is crime prevention week. The most helpful thing a citizen can do to observe this week is to report crimes. Reporting will give you a leg up on civics and what is available to make safety a reality in your community.

The first way and the least intrusive is to call 911, the second is to call the listed non-Emergency number to the police, and the third is to report online. Online reporting only takes property crimes under $5000.00 and is less interactive.

The police are on alert this week for public interaction so this would be a good time to be aware and use your ability if indeed you are in that position. Good luck

On this Day: November 4rth 1960

Jane Goodall observes chimps making tools.

Covid-19 update for BC, November 1st, 2021

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Surgeries will be rescheduled for all. Unpaid leave for unvaccinated staff caused operating rooms to close.

Editors note; some countries are having trouble with counterfeit vaccination certification to pass on transportation, this may make it imperative to vaccinate all here, including with boosters.

Call today even directly, it is as “important now as ever” Health minister.