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Wednesday, February 10, 2016 1:57 PM
British Columbia has introduced amendments to the Pharmacy Operations and Drug Scheduling Act, which will give the College of Pharmacists of B.C. greater ability to protect patients from unscrupulous pharmacy owners.
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Friday, January 29, 2016 9:15 AM
The Province is unveiling new resources to assist British Columbians in getting ready for all aspects of the future, from health to finances.
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Thursday, January 28, 2016 9:30 AM
Firefighters in Surrey and Vancouver will be the first in B.C. to carry and administer a potentially life-saving treatment, naloxone, for patients suffering opioid drug overdoses. All paramedics also now will be able to give naloxone.
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Thursday, December 31, 2015 8:00 AM
For the third consecutive year, Olivia is the top name for girls born in B.C., according to the Vital Statistics Agency. Ethan was the top name for boys in 2014.
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Saturday, December 12, 2015 9:00 AM
Motivation to get out and get active in the winter months can be as fleeting as daylight at this time of year. We all know we need to keep up our activity level, even in the winter weather.
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Wednesday, November 18, 2015 9:00 AM
Health Minister Terry Lake has issued the following statement in recognition of World COPD Day:
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Tuesday, October 13, 2015 9:00 AM
People seeking treatment for an addiction to opioid drugs such as heroin, oxycodone or fentanyl now have easier access to a medication that helps them to stop using and to rebuild their lives.
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Monday, September 14, 2015 11:30 AM
Health Minister Terry Lake has issued the following statement on the Office of the Seniors Advocate report entitled “Caregivers in Distress. More Respite Needed”:
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Wednesday, September 2, 2015 9:30 AM
As back to school approaches, provincial health officer Dr. Perry Kendall reminds families to review their children’s vaccinations.
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Wednesday, August 19, 2015 9:00 AM
A new pediatrics residency training site on Vancouver Island is a further commitment by the Province to make sure British Columbians have access to high-quality health-care.
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