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The introductory series on Bowen's Health Centre continues

WebTo date, the focus has been on researching the health needs of residents, fundraising, community collaboration, planning, and now construction. As excitement and …

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New Family Physician joins Bowen Health Centre

WebWithin Family Medicine, Dr. Shorter has special interests in mental health and Dermoscopy for skin cancer screening. Outside the office, Dr. Shorter enjoys …

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Bowen celebrates completion of new Health Centre

WebThe Health Centre totals more than 10,000 square feet over two levels and will operate on an annual budget of $2.5 million. Opening hours will be from 8 am to 8 …

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Part 1 of a 6 part series on the Bowen Island Health Centre

Web2021 Census data for Bowen Island shows that our population has grown by 16 per cent, to more than 4,200 people, in the past five years. As more people choose …

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It's time to build the Bowen Island Health Centre

WebThe 10,000 square-foot centre on Miller Road – to house primary care, visiting specialists, allied health services, dental services and more – is scheduled for completion …

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Bowen Health Centre announces new health care team

WebThe Health Centre will have some walk-in hours each day, but priority will be given to registered patients. For emergencies people are still advised to call 911 for …

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Bowen Island Health Centre finds a temporary home

WebBowen Island Community Health Centre opens in temporary location. The Health Centre is operating out of Artisan Square until its new facility is built. Bowen …

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Don’t Miss the Bowen Island Health Centre List

WebAs construction continues to progress and with opening scheduled in Fall 2023, the Bowen Island Community Health Centre is now encouraging people to take …

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Nurse Practitioner making herself at home on Bowen

Web00:06:51. Bowen Island patients have a new face to look to for their health care needs following the recent arrival of Laura FitzGerald, a family nurse practitioner. …

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11 B.C. health occupations combined into two regulators

WebB.C. Minister of Health Adrian Dix has confirmed that multiple provincial health regulators will be combined into one organization. The newly created College of …

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Bowen's Health Centre finally owns its land

WebBowen Island Health Centre Foundation is starting off 2021 with some good news. As of Jan. 8, the foundation finally owns the land for its new health centre. If one is …

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Family skincare clinic finds home at Integrated Health

WebThe newest addition to Bowen Island Integrated Health is seeking to deliver care through a carefully crafted combination of both a medical and holistic approach to …

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Health professionals take climate action to care for patients and …

WebSurgery resident Dr. Annie Lalande, shown in an undated handout photo, led a pilot project to change the menu at a Vancouver hospital and says the delicious and …

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Adventures await Bowen’s newest Family Physician

WebThe health centre’s vision includes a focus on team-based care, where many different medical disciplines work together in the same space – just like Lindsay’s …

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Green spaces linked to better children's health, development

WebHow B.C.'s green spaces are linked to ADHD and your health. In one study, UBC researchers found the closer one lived to green spaces, the better chance they had …

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A new South Africa health law aims at deep inequality, but critics …

WebSouth African President Cyril Ramaphosa shows the signed bill for National Health Insurance signed into law in Pretoria, South Africa, Wednesday, May 15, 2024. …

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In the fight for planetary health, how do we preserve our mental …

WebAs more Canadians grapple with catastrophic impacts from climate-fuelled extreme weather, from wildfires to deadly heat waves, the question of how a person can …

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Travel and health: How not to get seriously ill on vacation

WebTravel health is "not a one-size-fits-all approach." Jeffery adds that each consultation varies depending on the destination and the health of the individual. "If you …

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How to check the Air Quality Health Index and assess your health …

WebEnvironment Canada, in consultation with Health Canada, has different recommendations for people especially at risk of suffering health problems when …

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Health officers warn against alcohol in Metro Vancouver parks

WebThe medical health officers raised concerns around “enabling underage drinking” and encroaching on portions of the public who prefer alcohol-free spaces. They …

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Health officer recommends $1.1B water filtration plant

WebBenusic noted medical health officers are the designated “drinking water officers” who approve and provide operating permits to water suppliers such as the CRD, …

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Which states could have abortion on the ballot in 2024

WebUnder the amendment, abortion access for the first 24 weeks of pregnancy — or later to protect the health of the pregnant person — would be enshrined in the state …

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