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VCH plays role in Vancouver’s move to restrict e-cigarettes

Kudos to the many VCH Public Health staff who were instrumental in the City of Vancouver’s move to restrict e-cigarette use.

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“They took care of my mom and of me”

“[T]he importance of case managers and palliative care nurses is fundamental,” writes one daughter following her mother’s passing at home.

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Tasty new bites coming to Sassafras

Chef Tyler of our VGH Sassafras Cafeteria has created a new menu focused on scratch cooking and fresh, local ingredients.

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Save on Fright Nights at the PNE!

Face your fears, save money and support the residents of Banfield Pavilion!

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Mock shake up puts Community to the test

A 6.5-magnitude earthquake shakes the city – what would you do? On September 29, Vancouver Community staff participated in a Functional Emergency Exercise to answer that question.

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Talking CTU redesign on True North Now

Tena Ganovicheff, Gerry Desilets and Haydee Mones discuss the VGH Clinical Teaching Unit redesign in this True North Now podcast – the first in a series of audio news magazines.

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Listening made all the difference

“Our whole family is indebted to you for the exceptional care you have shown,” writes one son to nurse practitioner Leah Christoff.

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It’s been a lot of work, but we’re almost there

After more than two years of study and planning, Vancouver’s new Primary Care Service at Raven Song CHC is on schedule to open Nov. 3.

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October 7: VGH clothing sample sale

Save 50 to 75% off the retail price! A great selection of bags and accessories is available too.

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Blessing ceremony marks a new beginning

On September 24, Musqueam Elder Shane Pointe (Ti’ te-in) led a ceremony steeped in tradition to bless the site of the future Joseph & Rosalie Segal Family Health Centre.

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