Swimming in New Brunswick lakes and rivers is a summer tradition, but a growing type of bacteria is making it more dangerous. Often called pond scum, cyanobacteria are usually not visible and can be found throughout New Brunswick’s waterways. Roxanne MacKinnon, the executive director of the Atlantic Coastal Action Program (ACAP) in Saint John, said […]
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The emergence of more giant hogweed in New Brunswick is cause for concern for the New Brunswick Invasive Species Council (NBISC) due to its harmful effects on humans and animals. It is an invasive perennial plant that can be harmful to people and pets when touched due to a sap it produces, which makes individuals […]
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New Brunswick’s Chief Medical Officer of Health is advising of an exposure of a confirmed case of Hepatitis A at the Algonquin Resort in Saint Andrews. Public Health said the exposure happened on Jan. 21, 22, 24 and 25. Algonquin General Manager Cole Sheridan told The Courier an employee was diagnosed with Hepatitis A. “We […]
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The cause of the boil water advisory for the Municipal District of St. Stephen (MDSS) is the result of an issue with a pump during a repair late last month. Crews were doing routine daily maintenance on Jan. 29 when they were alerted to an issue. “During the repair, it was determined that the pump […]
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The measles outbreak in the Fredericton and Saint John River Valley region has been declared over. Dr. Mark McKelvie, the regional medical officer of health for Zone 3, said that while the outbreak is over, he encourages New Brunswickers to stay up-to-date with their immunizations. “Vaccination is the most effective way to protect yourself and […]
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