July 8, 2017

‘It feels like I just have to say goodbye’: B.C. mom battling leukemia raises money for life-saving treatment

Leah Wiebe is receiving palliative chemo at VGH, and doctors say she only has weeks left to live. Leah wishes to go to Seattle for an expensive clinical trial treatment and has set up a $600,000 Go Fund Me page.

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July 6, 2017

‘It was horrifying’: Couple finds bed bugs in North Vancouver motel

A Vernon, B.C. couple discovered dozens of bed bugs in their North Vancouver motel room. With quotes from senior media relations officer at VCH.

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July 6, 2017

B.C.’s skyrocketing real estate prices putting the squeeze on seniors’ care, report finds

A new report looks at how sky-rocketing real estate values are affecting privately run seniors care homes in B.C. The report found owners of “Terraces on 7th”, which VCH has a contract with, were acting legally when they gave seniors a six-month notice of eviction

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July 6, 2017

Auxiliary donates $273,000

Sunshine Coast Healthcare Auxiliary donates $273,000 to VCH to support Acute Care, Mental Health and Addictions, Home Care, Public Health and Long-term Care.

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July 6, 2017

New head-injury treatment boosts outcomes

Thanks to innovative treatment at Vancouver General Hospital, Michael Severloh is once more active following a brain injury that occurred when he was hit by a car while cycling.

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July 6, 2017

‘Brain bolt’ technology saves Vancouver cyclist

A miraculous recovery for Michael Severloh thanks to technology at VGH called “the brain bolt”. With quotes from Dr. Mypinder Sekhon of VGH’s intensive care unit.

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July 5, 2017

Hospital volunteers help make surgery a less stressful event

Alexandra Kalewska, former volunteer at the cardiac ward at St. Paul’s Hospital, enjoys spreading joy to help patients deal with the stressful recovery process after surgery.

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July 7, 2017

Under One Roof facility clears early hurdles

The Under One Roof project is a step closer to becoming a reality. Council passed first and second readings of a rezoning bylaw required. VCH is mentioned as a potential partner.

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July 6, 2017

Health authority avoids council

VCH did not attend Squamish council meeting to discuss plans for Squamish General Hospital for the fourth time, claims the mayor. With quotes from Anna Marie D’Angelo, senior media relations officer for VCH.

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July 5, 2017

Powell River General Hospital support workers take strike vote

Food service workers at Powell River General Hospital could be headed for job action if a contract agreement cannot be made with Sodexo.

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