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Friday, December 14, 2012 10:15 AM
The government of British Columbia is expanding opportunities for health education in northern B.C., marked by the opening of a physiotherapy teaching lab at the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC), built in partnership with the University of British Columbia (UBC), and a commitment to provide long-term funding to the Rural Nursing Certificate Program.
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Thursday, December 13, 2012 9:45 AM
The Ministry of Children and Family Development and the Ministry of Health are strengthening supports for families affected by mental illness, substance abuse and domestic violence.
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Wednesday, December 12, 2012 10:15 AM
The first-ever open heart surgery to be performed outside of the Lower Mainland and Victoria was successfully completed at Kelowna General Hospital.
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Tuesday, December 11, 2012 8:25 AM
The B.C. government, in collaboration with the BC Healthy Communities Society, released a guide to help interested local governments and First Nations better plan for events involving alcohol, creating a safer, healthier setting for event-goers and the community.
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Sunday, December 9, 2012 3:45 PM
Health Minister Margaret MacDiarmid issued the following statement about the suspension of planned job action by unions within the Health Science Professionals Bargaining Association.
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Friday, December 7, 2012 9:30 AM
Eighteen B.C. communities will benefit from government grants geared to the development of local sport programs.
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Tuesday, December 4, 2012 9:30 AM
Site preparation work for the Lakes District Hospital and Health Centre replacement project site is now complete.
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Monday, December 3, 2012 9:30 AM
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Monday, Dec. 3 is International Day of Persons with Disabilities. This year's theme - "removing barriers to create an inclusive and accessible society for all" - is a goal celebrated and shared here in British Columbia.
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Friday, November 30, 2012 1:15 PM
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On the eve of World AIDS Day, Health Minister Margaret MacDiarmid announced $19.9 million in annual funding for the provincial expansion of a successful pilot program that reduces HIV transmission by ensuring those living with HIV have access to the best care and treatment.
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Wednesday, November 28, 2012 10:00 AM
Resident safety at Swan Valley Lodge will be enhanced with a new fire alarm system at the facility.
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