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Region's top doctor says race data will help show impacts of discrimination on health

Region's top doctor says race data will help show impacts of discrimination on health

'Freedom from discrimination has a powerful impact on our health,' wrote Simcoe-Muskoka's medical officer of health
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Scientists seeing improved air quality in this 'extremely unusual time'

Scientists seeing improved air quality in this 'extremely unusual time'

Findings from Environment Canada’s Centre for Atmospheric Research Experiments in Egbert contribute to understanding of how pandemic has impacted the air we breathe
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No new COVID-19 cases reported in Simcoe County today

No new COVID-19 cases reported in Simcoe County today

One case previously reported from Bradford has been removed from the list and transferred to a different health unit
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Petition calls for new anti-racism curriculum in Ontario

Petition calls for new anti-racism curriculum in Ontario

‘If you empower kids with information and no messages of hate are tolerated, they’re going to carry that throughout our lives,’ says Elephant Thoughts co-creator
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Travel is happening, it's up to everyone to reduce the risk, says health unit

Travel is happening, it's up to everyone to reduce the risk, says health unit

Manage the risk, and live with the virus advises Dr. Charles Gardner
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19-year-old accused of assaulting police, resisting arrest

19-year-old accused of assaulting police, resisting arrest

Incident occurred after police were dispatched for a fight involving approximately 30 young people
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190 new COVID-19 cases confirmed in Ontario today

190 new COVID-19 cases confirmed in Ontario today

The number of active cases in the province continues to decrease as more recoveries than new cases are being reported each day
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Farm outbreaks create 'a dangerous situation,' says Gardner

Farm outbreaks create 'a dangerous situation,' says Gardner

Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit declares outbreaks at two farms in Simcoe County, but locations not being released; Both have fewer than 100 workers
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Fundraising, heart-felt thanks and award presentations at Friends of We Care virtual gala

Fundraising, heart-felt thanks and award presentations at Friends of We Care virtual gala

Easter Seals camps are 'life-changing,' says Friends of We Care Ambassador
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Ontario extends emergency orders

Ontario extends emergency orders

The order is in effect until June 30
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