February 15, 2018

With failing systems and antiquated designs, calls grow for new Richmond Hospital

Municipal politicians want to see concrete action on a new acute tower at Richmond Hospital to provide much-needed additional capacity and make the facility seismically resilient.

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February 16, 2018

Chinese mother battling Richmond School District over decision to dismiss son

After subsequent assessment of Kenneth’s health by VCH, school staff and counsellors, the district determined that the safest place for him was in his home country with his parents.

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February 16, 2018

Toddlers turning couch potatoes? Survey blames busy parents

Study of 242 parents of children under two years of age surveyed at community centers of Vancouver showed that half allowed toddlers to use smartphones or tablets.

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February 15, 2018

Kids under 2 should have no screen time. These ones get up to 30 minutes a day: study

Concerns young children are spending too much time on screens, which could impact their development. Study co-authored by Reda Wilkes, public health nurse with VCH.

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February 16, 2018

Winning BC-led Supercluster Bid to Create Thousands of Jobs

Selection of a BC-based digital supercluster consortium to share a portion of $950 million in federal innovation funding was announced. Providence Health Care is a partner.

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February 15, 2018

‘We never made it to tomorrow’: Squamish family mourns 15-year-old’s opioid overdose death

A Squamish family is calling for legal changes after their daughter’s life was cut short by an overdose.

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February 15, 2018

With failing systems and antiquated designs, calls grow for new Richmond Hospital

Municipal politicians want to see concrete action on a new acute tower at Richmond Hospital to provide much-needed additional capacity and make the facility seismically resilient.

Read More

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Chinese mother battling Richmond School District over decision to dismiss son

After subsequent assessment of Kenneth’s health by VCH, school staff and counsellors, the district determined that the safest place for him was in his home country with his parents.

Read More

Add Comment

February 16, 2018

Toddlers turning couch potatoes? Survey blames busy parents

Study of 242 parents of children under two years of age surveyed at community centers of Vancouver showed that half allowed toddlers to use smartphones or tablets.

Read More

Add Comment

February 15, 2018

Kids under 2 should have no screen time. These ones get up to 30 minutes a day: study

Concerns young children are spending too much time on screens, which could impact their development. Study co-authored by Reda Wilkes, public health nurse with VCH.

Read More

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