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Viral questions: How do I perform a health check on my kid before school?

Viral questions: How do I perform a health check on my kid before school?

'The most common symptoms are respiratory. So if you have a kid who’s suddenly waking up with a cough, runny nose, or fever that’s a first round of, ‘Oh my gosh, does my kid have COVID?’
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B.C. adds 15,300 jobs in August but growth slows amid recovery

B.C. adds 15,300 jobs in August but growth slows amid recovery

B.C.’s summer of economic recovery closed off with 15,300 jobs added in August, showing signs massive growth over the preceding two months is now slowing.
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Boots and ponchos — How Coquitlam district could hold classes outside

Boots and ponchos — How Coquitlam district could hold classes outside

More classes could be held outdoors during the COVID-19 pandemic, parents, teachers will need to be prepared
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Vancouver's Craigslist classifieds reveal confusing new reality of mask-wearing

Vancouver's Craigslist classifieds reveal confusing new reality of mask-wearing

Wearing a face mask 'saves lives' but it might hinder your love life
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Transport Canada issues first $1,000 fines to air passengers who refuse face masks

Transport Canada issues first $1,000 fines to air passengers who refuse face masks

The federal ministry said two passengers - including one traveling from Vancouver to Calgary on a WestJet flight on July 7 - were issued the fines at $1,000 each for refusing to wear masks.
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Canada researchers investigating acai berry to fight COVID-19

Canada researchers investigating acai berry to fight COVID-19

The hope is that early intervention with acai could help prevent some of the disease's worst symptoms, which can lead to hospitalization and death
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Could this huge mural become a Port Moody landmark?

Could this huge mural become a Port Moody landmark?

International artist paints her multicultural and west coast-themed mural on Rocky Point Ice Cream production facility — bringing art, food and community together in one unique space next to a skateboard park
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Coquitlam Crunch challenge cancelled but beer still in the mix for ‘low-key’ hikers

All proceeds will go to the Coquitlam Foundation’s diversity fund, which supports everything from refugees and newcomers to the community to camp programs for children with developmental disabilities
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Fraser Health detects 'cluster' of legionnaires' disease cases in New West

Fraser Health detects 'cluster' of legionnaires' disease cases in New West

Fraser Health has detected what it’s calling a “cluster” of cases of legionnaires’ disease in New Westminster. A medical health officer update issued Sept. 4 says public health officials are investigating the source of the bacteria.
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West Van cops bust massive house party of up to 300 teens

West Van cops bust massive house party of up to 300 teens

Promoted event which drew hundreds of young people broke COVID-19 safety rules
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