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New pups for C. difficile Scent Detection program

Vancouver, BC – It takes a special breed to thrive in a busy health care environment. Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) and VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation are pawsitively thrilled to announce two English Springer spaniels are on the rookie list to join the C. Difficile Canine Scent Detection Program.

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New Dogwood Lodge long-term care home closer to reality

Improved access to long-term care homes for seniors in South Vancouver is on the way as plans are moving forward for the new Dogwood Lodge.

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Richmond RCMP and Vancouver Coastal Health introduce Mental Health Car

Richmond, B.C. – Calls to Richmond RCMP regarding mental health and substance use are on the rise — exceeding growth rates and capacity for police in the region. To increase timely intervention and help provide support to Richmond residents when and where they need it, Richmond RCMP and Vancouver Coastal Health have joined forces to launch a new Mental Health Car.

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604-204-1111: One phone number for all VCH mental health services in Richmond

Richmond, BC – Vancouver Coastal Health is making access to mental health and substance use services in Richmond easier than ever.

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New hospice supports end-of-life care for Sea to Sky patients and their families

Squamish, BC – Sea to Sky families can now receive dignified, supportive end-of-life care for their loved one in the comfort of their own community with the new Whistler Blackcomb Foundation Sea-to-Sky Community Hospice.

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Sleep experts gather in Vancouver

Vancouver, BC – Can’t sleep? You’re not alone. Forty per cent of Canadians will suffer from a sleep disorder in their lifetime. Shift work, use of electronics, jet lag, noise, light, temperature and even bedding can impact sleep. 

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