Schools were closed and emergency crews deployed on Santorini, Greece, due to a spike in seismic activity, with over 200 earthquakes recorded in the area over three days. Precautions were taken on nearby Aegean Sea islands, popular vacation spots, as Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis urged calm and adherence to safety recommendations. While the quakes are not linked to the island’s volcano, residents and visitors were advised to avoid certain areas and be vigilant, with concerns about potential rockslides and building damage from earthquakes.
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Breast cancer research team investigating why N.S. death rates are highest in Canada
The IWK is establishing a new research unit to assist breast cancer patients in Nova Scotia, where the province has the highest breast cancer mortality rates in Canada. This initiative was inspired by a surgical oncologist's desire to investigate the underlying causes of these alarming statistics. Breast Cancer Canada emphasizes that, while only 5-10% of breast cancer cases are hereditary, genetic testing can guide treatment options, research efforts, and preventive strategies for individuals with genetic...
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