Tag: health preparedness
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Nova Scotia Braces for Earlier Flu Peak, Says Top Doctor
Nova Scotia Prepares for an Earlier Flu Peak Nova Scotia may see influenza activity surge earlier than the usual late December to early January peak, according to Dr. Robert Strang, the province’s chief medical officer of health. While flu seasons in Canada typically move west to east, provincial trends can shift year to year. Dr.…
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Changing Weather and Health: How Heavy Rainfall and Cold Snaps Threaten Public Health in Rawalpindi-Islamabad
Overview: Why Changing Weather Poses New Health Risks As weather patterns grow more volatile, communities in and around Rawalpindi and Islamabad are facing notable health threats linked to rapid shifts in temperature and precipitation. A recent spell of heavy rainfall and hail has underscored how a chilly spell — even for a few days —…