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Putting entire Canadian city under quarantine to contain virus inconceivable, unenforceable: expert

Placing an entire city under quarantine to prevent the spread of a virus is inconceivable, unenforceable and ineffective — and in Canada would be against the law, experts say. Steven Hoffman, a professor of global health, law and political science at York University, said he was shocked when he heard China had shut down Wuhan,… Read More: Putting entire Canadian city under quarantine to contain virus inconceivable,… »

First case of deadly, contagious virus from China confirmed in US

A person in Washington state has been infected with a mysterious, deadly lung virus first reported in Wuhan, China, marking the first case confirmed in the United States. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced Tuesday that it determined that the sick person had the virus, which has infected 291 people in China and… Read More: First case of deadly, contagious virus from China confirmed in… »

Flu warning: How to prevent the deadly flu virus this winter – Dr Ranj reveals

Flu is a common viral infection that’s spread by sneezes and coughs, said the NHS. While people can catch flu all year round, it’s more common in the winter months. There’s no definitive way to prevent getting flu, but making some lifestyle changes could help to lower your risk. One of the best ways to… Read More: Flu warning: How to prevent the deadly flu virus this… »