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2 months ago

Applications open for Community Garden Support Program

The province is working to ensure that Newfoundlanders and Labradorians grow more of what we eat and eat more of what we grow through the annual Community Garden Support Program. Applications are now open to help eligible municipalities, schools and community groups establish and enhance new and existing community gardens. There is no deadline to apply; […]

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2 months ago

CMO encouraging residents to stay up to date on vaccinations

The Chief Medical Officer of Health is reminding Newfoundlanders and Labradorians of the importance of staying up to date on vaccinations when travelling outside the province. Vaccines are an effective way to prevent the spread of diseases such as measles, influenza, COVID-19 and mpox, which are all circulating internationally. Travel can increase your risk of exposure, especially […]

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2 months ago

The Mushuau Innu First Nation and NL Health Services report tuberculosis outbreak 

The Mushuau Innu First Nation and Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) Health Services are advising the public of an outbreak of tuberculosis (TB) within the community of Natuashish.   To reduce the risk from TB, the Mushuau Innu First Nation and NL Health Services have been actively identifying contacts and potential new cases through contact tracing and supporting access to testing.   Facts About TB  Individuals who are experiencing symptoms of TB should contact the local community clinic […]

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2 months ago

Canada wins wheelchair curling gold at Milano-Cortina Paralympics

Canada’s wheelchair curling team won its first Paralympic gold medal in more than a decade today, beating defending champion China 4-3 at the Milano-Cortina Games in Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy. Skip Mark Ideson delivered the winning shot with 2.8 seconds left on the clock, tapping in the final stone to secure the win after China’s skip […]

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