Quebec confirms infected cow as outbreak of raccoon rabies continues
The Quebec ministry of agriculture, fisheries and food says the cow died on Oct. 30, the day the first symptoms appeared, and the rabies infection was confirmed on Wednesday.
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At the Health Wealth conference, Dr Shriram Nene stresses that India's development goals must go hand in hand with better public health. #DrShriramNene #ViksitBharat #SwasthBharat #HealthWealthSummit #PreventiveHealthcare #HealthcareInIndia #HealthyIndia #IndiaToday Subscribe to…
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Nova Scotia flu cases rise as vaccination campaign gets underway
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First human case of Shamonda virus kills man in France Video
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Canada plunges into early flu season as vaccines begin to roll out
Experts agree that vaccination is the best way to prevent serious illness and complications from influenza.
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France reports first human case of livestock virus Shamonda in patient who later died
A first known human case of Shamonda virus infection has been detected in France, the country's health authorities said on Thursday.
Nigeria confirms Ebola case in its capital as woman who arrived from Uganda tests positive
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Canada’s 2-year measles outbreak officially over: PHAC
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Every scrap of paper checked: Police hunting for synthetic drugs in Chicago jail
BBC News hears from users, dealers, prison and recovery workers as America battles with a deadly new drug epidemic.
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BBC News hears from users, dealers, prison and recovery workers as the country battles with a deadly new drug epidemic.
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How Canada’s fractured immigration consensus is starting to show up at ballot boxes
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Manitoba declares measles outbreak over after weeks without cases
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PBS News Hour full episode, Oct. 15, 2026 Video
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Pennsylvania doctor urges vaccination as measles outbreak grows
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A plan exists for a fairer and healthier food system. Which party policies align best?
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A dengue vaccine is now available for travellers. Here’s what you need to know
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