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New study sheds light on the risk of opioid overdose post-injury

New study sheds light on the risk of opioid overdose post-injury

Results from the study could offer new ways to solidify the guidelines around opioid prescriptions for pain management.
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Opinion: Solar storm to hit Earth's magnetic field on July 21

Opinion: Solar storm to hit Earth's magnetic field on July 21

NASA, NOAA and SpaceWeather say a coronal mass ejection will reach Earth this week. It has the potential to knock out communications in some parts of the world.
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Boost now or wait? What you should know

Boost now or wait? What you should know

Boosters are essential to prevent serious outcomes from the Omicron family of variants in particular 
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Here's how a merger of 2 major Canadian airlines could affect B.C. travellers

Here's how a merger of 2 major Canadian airlines could affect B.C. travellers

The merger could potentially drive up flight prices -- but the government wants to hear what you have to say!
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'Prepare now': Which parts of B.C. will get the hottest?

'Prepare now': Which parts of B.C. will get the hottest?

Temperatures are expected to ramp up on Tuesday.
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20% of 911 calls in B.C. are accidental

20% of 911 calls in B.C. are accidental

B.C.'s E-Comm 911 operator service says a rise in mobile phone users has led to an increase in accidental calls — tying up important emergency resources
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Personal risk assessment the new normal for summer travellers

Personal risk assessment the new normal for summer travellers

In the absence of mandates, experts say masks, vaccines and insurance can minimize health risks
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Alberta ultramarathoner attempts fastest run across Canada

Alberta ultramarathoner attempts fastest run across Canada

“I'm pushing myself to my extreme, and I want to live in this life — I don't want to just exist," says the ultramarathoner
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Opinion: Better emergency preparedness can protect older adults from climate change

Opinion: Better emergency preparedness can protect older adults from climate change

Governments and organizations must listen to older adults’ experiences with extreme heat, flooding and wildfire smoke to create effective policies and programs
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B.C. package thief chased off by neighbours

B.C. package thief chased off by neighbours

A camera will often be enough to discourage some people from stealing property.
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