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Dec 13, 2025 Canada's health minister confronts privatization threats amid vaccine misinformation concerns. In British Columbia, flooding is easing but more rain looms. Tensions rise as Thailand continues attacks on Cambodia despite a supposed ceasefire. North Korea's Kim Jong-un confirms his troops are clearing landmines for Russia. Meanwhile, U.S. envoy heads to Berlin for peace talks with Ukraine, and chaos erupts in India as IndiGo cancels flights en masse. Lastly, a Newfoundland project tackles food insecurity by donating country food to local food banks.
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Guard Canada’s Public Health Tent
- Monitor provincial health policy changes closely to protect public medicare from privatization creep.
- Federal intervention may be required if a province moves outside the Canada Health Act's rules.
U.S. Vaccine Debates Affect Canada
- U.S. vaccine policy shifts and influential figures can ripple into Canadian public opinion and uptake.
- Canada risks setbacks like losing disease elimination status when misinformation spreads across borders.
Fraser Valley Flood Risk Isn't Over
- Atmospheric rivers caused severe flooding across B.C.'s Fraser Valley with thousands evacuated and alerts issued.
- Officials warn another equally large system could arrive, prolonging recovery efforts.