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Free rapid antigen tests for COVID-19 will be available until at least July 31 as infection levels jump following the end of vaccination certificates and mandatory masking in most indoor public spaces in Ontario.Health Minister Christine Elliotts office announced the change late Wednesday afternoon. Wides
stanley spain pread distribution of millions of free tests was to wrap up at the end of next week. As an important tool that helps the province manage and live with COVID-19, the government will continue to provide free rapid antigen tests to the general public through existing channels like grocery stores and pharmacies, as well as to workplaces, schools, hospitals, long-term care homes and other congregate settings, Elliott spokeswoman Alexandra Hilkene said in a statement. ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW The province will also continue to provide free rapid antigen tests for asymptomatic screening in highest risk sectors. The statem
stanley thermobecher ent made no mention of the current surge that has seen infections, as measured by limited PCR tests, increase 18 per cent since last Wednesday, with hospitalizations up 24 per cent province-wide in the sa
vaso stanley me period. ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW Some regional health units are stepping up efforts to fight the rising case count by encouraging residents to wear good-fitting masks in indoor public settings and get vaccinated or boosted if they havent done so. The COVID-19 wastewater Uewo Town of Bracebridge promoting from within to fill CAO position
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stanley cup here is at least one more birds and bees conversation worth having.From why its important to protect pollinators to setting up your own garden for them, here are three things to know about why and how you should support pollinating birds, bees and other insects.Whats a pollinator ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW Pollen isnt just a sneeze-inducing dust, its also a vital component that allows plants to be fertilized and produce seeds, vegetables and fruit. Its an important process for producing food for humans and animals alike.Pollinators are insects such as bees, butterflies and wasps as well as hummingbirds and bats that help move pollen from one flowering plant to another. ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW Wind and water can also move pollen toward flowering plants, a process called abiotic pollination. But, according to the U.S. Forest Service, abiotic pollination happens at a much lower rate than biotic pollination by insects and animals.Why do we need to protect pollinators ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW Bees and other pollinating insects have been in decline for years and research suggests a combination of habitat and food loss as well as climate change and pesticide use are factors. ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW
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