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CFIA issues recall for pre-packaged greens sold in BC
A possible Listeria contamination is to blame
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Protection services officer awarded after an incredible act of bravery on the job
Charles Kraeling was able to wrestle and disarm a knife-wielding man at Cowichan District Hospital
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5 Victorians who gave the gift of life through organ donation
Here's how you can sign up to become an organ/tissue donor too
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Patent for potential syphilis vaccine given to University of Victoria professor
College campuses are rather infamous when it comes to STDs, but the University of Victoria might be on the cusp of changing that.
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$4.7 million invested to support kids health on Vancouver Island
Child and youth mental health ☑️ Rural and remote access to healthcare ☑️ Early childhood development ☑️
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Petition started for free Wi-Fi in Canadian hospitals
Let's get patients and families some much-needed internet!
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Province invests $11 million for 37,000 more MRI scans in 2019
It is expected to significantly reduce wait times in BC
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Town hall to discuss saving rehab programs such as Woodwynn Farms
Woodwyn Farms, a therapeutic rehab program in Central Saanich, was slated for closure in January.
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Statistics Canada launches anonymous survey to find out how much Canadians pay for weed (SURVEY)
Find out if you're paying too much for your weed
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Statistics Canada reveals 4.9 million Canadians purchased cannabis in 2017 (REPORT)
And most of it was for non-medicinal purposes
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Here’s how to get a free acupuncture treatment in January or February
"We take what we do seriously, but we don't take ourselves seriously."
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Langford residents address concerns over marijuana smell from local cannabis producer
It all started with a post on a Facebook group...
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There is a rally happening today in Langford in support of Landen
It begins at 1 p.m. today outside Premier John Horgan's office.
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Health Canada warns consumers about “unidentified capsules” in Flintstones Plus Iron multivitamins for children
Make sure to check your pack of Flintstones chewable tablets before giving them to your kids!
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Abortion pills will be available for free in BC starting Monday
The provincial government will soon be providing universal, no-cost coverage for the drug Mifegymiso.
Animals
Multiple dogs succumb to parvovirus infection in Sooke
Gentle reminder to make sure your dog is fully vaccinated!
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7 places in Victoria that will help you achieve your fitness goals in 2018
Time to get off that couch and shed those extra holiday pounds! ????
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App charging patients to save a spot at walk-in clinic lines is under government review
The Ministry of Health is concerned the fee may be violating the extra billing ban
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6-year-old Sooke child with rare and potentially fatal disease seeks funding for his treatment
The drug that could cure Landen costs about $19,000 a month, which comes to over $225,000 a year
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Everything you need to know about avoiding the flu this year
Have you gotten your flu shot yet? It's not too late.
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Langford clinic set to provide opioid addiction treatment to patients
Opiate addiction therapy is now much more accessible to West Shore residents.
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Manufacturing defect in B.C. Cancer Agency leads to colon cancer screening test suspension
The problem was spotted by labs that handle the samples.
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Wearing a mask to keep out wildfire smoke could make things worse
As the smoke around Victoria continues to persist, you might be looking at options to protect your lungs. Construction or surgical masks could seem a…
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6 Things You Should Know Before Buying Grass-Fed Beef (CONTEST)
Grass-Fed beef is becoming increasingly popular
Environment
BC Wildfire smoke drifting over to Vancouver Island today
Smoke has started to creep over the Georgia Strait.
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North American men have lost over 50% of their sperm count over the last 40 years
Just under 43,000 men took part in the research.
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Parents warned of whooping cough case at local elementary school
The severity of symptoms depends on whether vaccinations are up to date. Whooping cough is especially dangerous in young children and infants.
Charity
Canadian Veteran begins walk from Prince George to Victoria for PTSD Awareness
Robert Gagnon is on an inspiring journey: an 876 kilometre walk across British Columbia, raising awareness and funds for sufferers of PTSD. On Wednesday, 44-year-old…
Environment
The Sooke Hills Wilderness Trail is now open for hiking!
Looking for new hiking route this summer? The Capital Regional District (CRD) has got your back. The Sooke Hills Wilderness Trail is now open…
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We got a pre-opening sneak peek into the brand new Lush on Government St! (PHOTOS)
The new location is unlike any Lush you've ever seen!
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A mobile app for youth dealing with mental health challenges gets a boost
BoosterBuddy has been installed over 130,000 times since 2014.
Charity
Newborn baby with heart defects fights for her life and family are thankful for community support
A Victoria police officer and his family are very thankful for the community support.
Animals
Release some stress and sweat with a goat yoga class at this North Saanich farm
Yoga has become a popular pastime, but not many yoga classes also feature baby goats.
Family
A community of Victoria moms rally for child in need of breast milk
A community of Victoria mums has come together to donate breast milk for 6-month-old Hanna, whose is severely allergic to anything other than breast milk. Hanna’s mum who…
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District of Saanich offers free classes this week at all four recreation centres
It’s January, and that means time for New Year’s resolutions. If “getting in shape” was one of your resolutions, chances are you’ve already located…
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Island Health seeking those who became sick after attending the Oyster Festival
If you participated in the Clayoquot Oyster Festival in Tofino last weekend and now have gastrointestinal illness, Island Health is asking that you contact…
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Victoria youth hardly “carefree” struggling to find balance new study finds
Millennials are often derided, criticized for their lifestyles, lack of responsibility and too much time spent on mobile devices. Yet, a 10-year study by…
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Free Refurbished Hearing Aids and Services to Low Income Residents
Sound of Change is a new initiative, with the goal of providing free hearing assessments, treatment services and free refurbished hearing aids to low-income seniors and…
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This year’s flu stronger – flu shots available by early November
Each year, about 3,500 Canadians die from influenza and its complications across Canada. In 2015, around 35% of adults got the flu shot. The B.C. Centre…
Family
A song of praise for Mt. Tolmie Hospital care team
“This is a profession that must be one of the highest on the planet… You experience humanity at one of its deepest levels.” That’s…
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7 steps to take for a happier you right NOW
We all know the feeling, drag yourself up in the morning, after hitting the snooze button a few times, stare at your acquaintance’s Best…
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The power to change the way you think and change your life.
You know that your brain controls your body, but did you know that your body also controls your brain? The activity in your brain…
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E-cigarettes now banned from public spaces in BC
Beginning today, e-cigarettes will be treated the same as tobacco in B.C. New regulations mean vaping in no longer permitted in workplaces, or public…
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Nursing moms in Victoria can now donate their milk to help babies in need
Nursing mothers in the Greater Victoria area will now be able to donate their milk to benefit other babies in need, here and across…
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Who was the man in chains, flipping a tire at the Legislature on Canada Day?
Terrance Joseph Kosikar is 43-years-old and lives in the beautiful back-country mountains of British Columbia, Canada. On the opening day of the Vancouver 2010…
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Website allows patients to check wait times online for walk-in-clinics in Victoria
When you are sick, the last thing you want to do is sit in a waiting room for hours, or possibly show up to…
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Victoria mom urges vaccination as sick 10-week-old daughter suffers in hospital
Canadian Press – A mother who says her baby is hospitalized with whooping cough in Victoria is warning parents who don’t vaccinate their children…
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How to Prepare Yourself For the TC10k
Written by guest blogger, Yana Hempler: The TC10k is the biggest running event in Victoria with over 10,000 people stepping on the starting line! It’s very…