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‘Enough is enough’: Nurses rally in Victoria as public health emergencies cripple healthcare system
BC nurses are burnt out and want solutions.
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Island Health purchases two private clinics to help increase surgeries and endoscopies
The transition will take several months to complete.
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‘Significant milestone’: Health Canada lifting restrictions on blood donations from men who have sex with men
Donors will now be screened for high-risk sexual behaviours, regardless of gender or sexuality.
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‘Not entirely shocked’: Victoria’s walk-in clinic wait times longest in Canada (REPORT)
The average wait time last year was 161 minutes.
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Province invests $3.46 million to help combat doctor shortage in Greater Victoria
And keep walk-in clinic doors open.
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Numerous Kinder brand chocolates face recall due to Salmonella risk
Bad news for the Easter Bunny ????????
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Survey finds one-third of BC healthcare workers are ready to call it quits
They're exhausted and at a breaking point, according to a hospital union.
COVID-19
People over 40 can now pick up free rapid antigen test kits at BC pharmacies
Each kit contains five tests.
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Floating Nordic spa eyed for Victoria’s Inner Harbour (PHOTOS)
Featuring four saunas, cold water pools and green space! ????
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BC’s first urban Nordic spa has just opened downtown Victoria (PHOTOS)
Featuring a cold plunge pool, 4 saunas, a Himalayan salt lounge and more! ????♀️
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A completely free walk-in mental health clinic has opened up in Courtenay
For anyone who would like to talk to a therapist.
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BC invests $4.2 million into local community counselling agencies
To support access to low and no-cost services
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Physician shortage prompts Colwood walk-in clinic closure
The clinic has been around for nearly two decades.
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Walk-in clinic in View Royal to close leaving 3,000 people without a family doctor
And 5,000 on the waiting
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This downtown Victoria ‘cheat machine’ gives you week’s worth of exercise in about 10 minutes
Time = saved ????
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This low-impact workout is easy on your body and only takes 20-minutes per day
And you can see results in two twenty minute sessions per week!
Health
Mask up: province announces return of mandatory masks with rising cases
The measure is set to take effect tomorrow, August 25.
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Upgrade your health and fitness at this new wellness centre in downtown Victoria
Complete with keto-friendly cafe! ????????
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BC government details $56 million in mental health support for youth
The announcement is part of the 2021 BC Budget.
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This Victoria-based mask maker has launched a new line of reusable menstrual pads
Promoting zero waste. Period!
Environment
38 acres of greenspace near Jordie Lunn Bike Park donated to Langford
The new park could feature a rock-climbing area!
Health
Almost 7,000 people have died in B.C. since the opioid crisis was declared in 2016
1,716 people died in 2020 alone.
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Victoria-based mask maker launches new line of reusable menstrual pads
The company looks to continue creating reusable products beyond the pandemic.
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Victoria COVID-19 patient gives back to local hospital that saved his life
"My doctors tell me I’m lucky to be alive. I know I’m lucky for them."
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Victoria hospitals are facing unprecedented challenges due to COVID-19; here’s how you can help
Expanding critical care capacity is top priority for the Victoria Hospitals Foundation.
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Island Health launches survey seeking input about Hospital at Home program
The results will inform plans for a broader province-wide roll out of the program.
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This Langford aromatherapy company is giving away a free diffuser and holiday oil blend (CONTEST)
Because everyone wants their house to smell like Christmas! ????
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40% of Canadians report mental health impacts of COVID-19 second wave (SURVEY)
71% said they were worried about themselves and their loved ones.
Health
162 people died of toxic drug overdose last month in BC, death toll at nearly 1,400 in 2020
More than five people overdosed to death every day last month.
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Vancouver Island critical care unit one step closer to reality with large donation
The $7 million campaign is now past its halfway point but needs more contributions
Health
Almost all Canadians support universal access to prescription drugs (SURVEY)
Those who earn the least were found most likely to have to pay out of pocket for their medicine.
Health
Health officials warn of poisonous death cap mushrooms in Victoria ahead of long weekend
A 3-year-old boy from Victoria died in 2016 after consuming one of these mushrooms.
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GoFundMe launched for well-known Vancouver Island DJ paralyzed in mountain biking accident
He's been a fixture of B.C.’s electronic music scene for the past two decades.
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B.C. announces new Urgent and Primary Care Centre opening in Saanich in November 2020
This will be the third UPCC to open in Greater Victoria.
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Here’s how getting your flu shot in B.C. will look different this fall
The B.C. Pharmacy Association is preparing for increased demand this year.
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B.C. top doctor authorizes nurses to prescribe drugs amid overdose crisis
As a measure to get more people off the increasingly toxic street drug supply.
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Popular Victoria fitness studio launches new fall schedule with promo for newbies
More classes = more capacity and more room to physical distance! ????
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B.C. announces $3.7 million expansion for Island Sexual Health centre in Victoria
They will hire more staff and expand the space to incorporate more examination rooms.
Health
Here’s how post-secondary students in B.C. can access 24/7 free mental health counselling
The program was launched in April and will remain operational for at least 3 years.
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Victoria-based company offers all-in-one PPE kits for only $10
Just in time for back to school - are you ready? ????
Health
B.C. investing $36 million to create 123 new beds for youth with substance use challenges
175 people died of illicit drug overdose in B.C. in June
Community Partnership
This special summer camp helps young burn survivors get back to being kids
One water fight at a time ❤️
Health
New primary care clinic led by nurse practitioners opening in Nanaimo this week
The facility will open gradually and have a full team of health care experts by September 15
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Downtown Victoria overdose prevention site reopens after deadliest month for overdoses in B.C.
170 died due to drug overdose in B.C. last month