March 8, 2017

‘Scientific quackery’: UBC study says it’s debunked controversial MS procedure

A new study at the University of British Columbia has produced a “definitive debunking” of a controversial procedure that surgically widens neck veins as a treatment for multiple sclerosis.

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March 8, 2017

Long-awaited study debunks vein dilation procedure for multiple sclerosis

VCH’s Dr. Anthony Traboulsee says the study results for the so-called “liberation therapy” are not effective to treat multiple sclerosis (MS).

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March 6, 2017

HUB Cycling announces winners at its 4th Annual Bike Awards

VGH honoured with best in Health Spring 2016 award around removing barriers for cycling.

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March 7, 2017

Hospital visits are unpredictable, stressful

Chemainus resident writes a letter regarding parking at Vancouver General Hospital.

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March 7, 2017

Council questions provincial infrastructure priorities for Richmond

Richmond city councillors are once again renewing their call to the provincial government to expedite the construction of a new north tower at Richmond Hospital. With comment from Dr. Ken Poon, head of surgery, and Richmond Hospital Foundation CEO Natalie Meixner.

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March 7, 2017

‘It’s a public health concern’: Driver finds needle stuck in car parked downtown

Woman complains about the Vancouver needle exchange service after a needle was lodged into her car’s tire while parking in a private lot in Vancouver.

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February 27, 2017

Sites d’injection supervisée: Comment ça marche?

Details a typical day in the life of Insite.

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March 3, 2017

Stabbing spree prompts questions about mental health treatment in B.C.

Questions are being raised about what’s being done in the province to help those struggling with mental illness after several people were stabbed last week in Vancouver.

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March 3, 2017

Our health system must seek out its flaws

A column about possible delays in cancer care. Mentions surgical cancer care and patient in St. Paul’s Hospital.

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March 3, 2017

The hospital revival of Greater Vancouver

The Canadian health care system and overdoses, VGH JPOR surgical renovations, Riverview Hospital, the acute tower at Richmond Hospital and the new St. Paul’s Hospital location.

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