May 3, 2013
Vancouver Police Board wants changes to Mental Health Act
Vancouver Courier
The Vancouver Police Board wants to reduce the time a police officer has to wait at a hospital on a patient escort. With mention of average wait times for police officers at VGH.
Emergency room wait times: Online, real-time listings get mixed reviews
Toronto Star
Online emergency room wait time calculators are changing the behaviour of patients.
Newcomers struggle with medical information
Vancouver Sun
The lack of health care knowledge with immigrants and seniors is expensive for individuals and the system. With quotes from Dr. Mark Fitzgerald, head of respiratory medicine at VGH.
Vancouver street-food program expands with 15 new carts
Georgia Straight
Vancouver’s street-food program is getting 15 new carts this month. With mention of VCH who inspected the new carts.
Companies open minds to mental health disabilities
Vancouver Sun
Workplace mental illnesses are being recognized more by companies. With quotes from Dr. Raymond Lam, the medical director of UBC Hospital’s Mood Disorders Centre.
New Clinical Trial Being Conducted at University of British Columbia Studies Non-Surgical Treatment for Lower Back Pain
Money News
A new clinical trial evaluates a non-surgical treatment for lower back pain that uses oxygen and ozone to relieve pain. _
May 2, 2013
Artist couple gifts works to Surrey Art Gallery
Surrey Now
Surrey artists Ann Nelson and Robert Michener have donated several works to the Surrey Art Gallery. Robert had also donated paintings to VGH in the past.
Tighten Security Against Narcotics Theft, Audit Tells Hospitals
The Tyee
According to a recent Fraser Health audit, hospitals need to do more to control narcotics distribution. With mention of VCH and the other health authorities.
RCMP cleared in shooting death of Prince George vet
CBC News
RCMP have been cleared in the shooting death of a military vet with post-traumatic stress disorder. The deceased was a patient of Dr. Greg Passey, who treats veterans with PTSD.
May 1, 2013
Liverpool FC fans raise cash to bring injured supporter home; Pub fight 2 years ago him left disabled
The Province
A fundraiser is being held to fly an injured man back to his hometown in England. With mention of physiotherapists at Lions Gate Hospital.
ER in ‘crisis,’ Richmond candidates forum told
Richmond Review
During a political forum on Monday, candidates talked about the future of health care. With mention of Richmond Hospital’s Emergency Department.
Editor has finger on pulse
Richmond News
Frank Huang, the BC NDP’s candidate for Richmond-Centre and Richmond Hospital Foundation volunteer, has a good idea of key issues in the community.
West Vancouver-Capilano Kay Meek
North Shore News
During a meeting on Sunday, political candidates addressed a number of issues including mental health.
April 30, 2013
Homeless people deserve privacy too, says advocate
Vancouver Sun
The Lookout Society is cautious about sharing clients’ information with government agencies. With mention of VCH’s requirements in its contracts.
Full field set for provincial election
Coast Reporter
VCH is recommending parents have kindergarten kids get vaccinated before school starts. With quotes from Dr. Meena Dawar, VCH Medical Health Officer.
April 29, 2013
Vancouver Coastal hopes to reverse decline of vaccines
News 1130
VCH is encouraging parents to get their kids vaccinated before school starts. With quotes from VCH medical health officer Dr. Meena Dewar.
Health Authorities recommend spring vaccinations
HQ Comox Valley
VCH is recommending that kindergarten-aged kids get immunized in the spring. With quotes from VCH spokesperson Tiffany Akins.
Declining booster shots
Global BC (video clip)
Fewer children are receiving vaccinations and booster shots. With quotes from VCH medical health officer Dr. Meena Dewar.
Chronic B.C. hospital thief arrested after young mothers robbed
Global BC
Chronic hospital thief is a suspect in the money theft from a new mom at Lions Gate Hospital.