A Boy Scout from Maple Ridge, B.C. is being recognized for using his 3D printer to create “ear gears” for surgical masks during the COVID-19 pandemic. According to Heather Roney, her 12-year old son, Quinn Callander has created several hundred of them from home so far and donated them to healthcare workers around the world. […]
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Due to the global shortage of N95 respirators, a local brewery in Burnaby has introduced new equipment to decontaminate the masks during the COVID-19 pandemic. The steam-driven chamber pasteurizer was delivered to Steamworks Brewery just days before the COVID-19 outbreak. The pasteurizer was originally for laboratory use to prevent re-fermentation from occurring in beers with
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According to the B.C.’s solicitor general, the province will fine individuals $2,000 if they are found to be selling items such as masks at inflated prices or are found to be illegally selling other essential goods during the COVID-19 pandemic. The new measure was announced after multiple complaints to Consumer Protection B.C. Some examples include
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It has been a challenge for B.C. pharmacies to find protective equipment such as masks and eye protection during the pandemic. Now, they are also being cautioned about avoiding possible scammers who could try and take advantage of the situation. The BC Pharmacy Association is now working to screen potential providers and compile a list
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The much-anticipated pandemic operating guidelines from WorkSafeBC are now public for COVID-19, outlining several precautions operations have been waiting for. With details now provided in documents for the foodservice, personal service, outdoor, office, and retail industries, businesses now have a road map to follow for reopening. Some of the rules include limiting or eliminating shared
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Many eye clinics have reopened in Metro Vancouver this week as B.C. entered Phase 2 of its restart plan. Before opening their doors, however, clinics had to implement new policies set out by WorkSafeBC. The owner of the Hollyburn Eye Clinic stated that his business has already implemented several changes in recent weeks. Although the
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Face masks are disposable, loose-fitting masks that cover the nose, mouth, and chin. These are mainly used to protect the wearer from splashes, sprays, and large-particle droplets as well as prevent the spread of potentially infectious respiratory secretions from the wearer to others. The masks can vary in design but it is often flat and
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As the COVID-19 virus continues to spread all over the globe for months, it significantly affected all aspects of life. Sadly, many have several questions in mind about the new virus. In a statement by one of the top health officials in B.C., medical professionals have a clear perspective on how the virus spreads. According
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When traveling on the BC Ferries vessels, it is important to bring along a face covering or mask. With the increasing COVID-19 cases, the guideline is to aimed on preventing the spread of the virus. On June 15, passengers on the ferries must always have a face mask available that covers both the mouth and
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Due to the increasing demand for face masks, it resulted in high demand by the public. Based on a statement by a spokesperson for the MLS team behind the drive to save the Vancouver Aquarium, they are taking the necessary steps to boost production and shipping efforts. The face masks were on sale in April
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Although the COVID-19 pandemic forced many businesses and other establishments to close down. One of the establishments that are going to reopen to the public after a month-long closure is the Greater Vancouver Zoo. As Phase Three of the Restart Plan by B.C. commences on June 1, provincial resorts and parks should implement social distancing
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In a tweet by the Chinese Embassy, it stated that it will be sending up to 30,000 medical face masks along with personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, gowns and goggles. Based on a statement by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, the federal health authorities will strictly ensure that all the face masks along with
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In elderly care homes, cases of deaths have significantly increased due to the severe flu season. Due to this pressing issue, Fraser Health decides to declare a health hazard and invoke special powers to protect the high-risk groups in the best way possible. Individuals who are visiting residential care or assisted living facilities without getting
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As everyone starts to embrace the “new normal”, the transit agencies all over the province are making changes. It is necessary action as B.C. enters Phase Two of its reopening plan. Based on the statement by BC Transit, they are encouraging the use of face coverings while riding buses or at bus stops. The move
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As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, businesses are making changes. One local company that specializes on travel-wear decided to shift on creating face masks after sales drastically plummeted to 90%. It was then that the company came up with a new product – protective masks. The travel-wear company opened its doors back in 2017. During the
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Getting a flu shot is important complemented by a face mask is a requirement. The health employees who were not able to get a flu shot should use face masks when interacting with patients. Almost a quarter of the full-time employees at Fraser Health have not received the flu shot. The employees are now expected
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A man suffering from severe smoke inhalation was given CPR by the emergency crews. A man who was believed to be in his 40s was severely injured after he was pulled from a burning house in north Toronto. Dangers of fire Heavy smoke was seen pouring out of the house in the area of Eglinton
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A 30-year old woman from Vancouver succumbed to her injuries after the incident. The woman was declared dead after a kayaking incident on the Vedder River in Chilliwack. Unforeseen ordeal in the water Based on the report by Chilliwack RCMP spokesperson, Cpl. Mike Rail, the police were present at the scene in Yarrow after they
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One individual is dead after an early morning fire in a Britannia apartment. The firefighters responded to several 911 calls reporting heavy smoke in a 3-story apartment building on Zephyr Avenue just before 3 AM. The fire was contained to a single apartment on the second floor. Unexpected ordeal According to Ottawa Fire, one person
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UFV student was lucky to be alive after losing his footing. It started as free time to check the Cascade Falls landmark but ended as a near-death experience for one UFV student. According to Cole Nutma, he was to be alive after falling into a pool of water above the iconic waterfall. With his last-ditch
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