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B.C. nurse failed to adhere to medication standards, college finds

B.C. nurse failed to adhere to medication standards, college finds

A Nanaimo nurse has been suspended for six weeks and must take remedial education.
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Minimum wage broached by Powell River-Sunshine Coast candidates

Minimum wage broached by Powell River-Sunshine Coast candidates

Impact of increases on small businesses among topics covered at all-candidates meeting
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Myles Gray case discussed at election forum in Powell River

Myles Gray case discussed at election forum in Powell River

Candidates questioned about police accountability at public meeting
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Opinion: Hysterectomy is more common, and occurs at younger ages, for women with less education

Opinion: Hysterectomy is more common, and occurs at younger ages, for women with less education

Women in Alberta with a high school diploma or less have nearly double the rate of hysterectomies than those with a university degree, raising questions about social disparities in medical care.
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'So beautiful': Passengers on overnight flight over B.C. dazzled by northern lights

'So beautiful': Passengers on overnight flight over B.C. dazzled by northern lights

There was lots of entertainment for passengers on an overnight flight.
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Opinion: Allvin’s roster revamp, Tocchet’s toughness raise hopes for Canucks

Opinion: Allvin’s roster revamp, Tocchet’s toughness raise hopes for Canucks

Smart spending and disciplined coaching give Vancouver a fighting chance as the 2024-25 season opens
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Alleged B.C. cop car thief to have psychiatric assessment

Alleged B.C. cop car thief to have psychiatric assessment

The court heard fitness to stand trial might be an issue.
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B.C. voters want health-care overhaul but are wary of privatization, survey reveals

B.C. voters want health-care overhaul but are wary of privatization, survey reveals

Housing and poverty still top concerns, but voters remain split on health-care reform and private care expansion
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Powell River Otago to host rugby mini-camp for youth players

Powell River Otago to host rugby mini-camp for youth players

Club wants to introduce seven- to 12-year-olds to the game, teaching skills and positioning
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Health Canada invests $12.29M to combat cancer among firefighters

Health Canada invests $12.29M to combat cancer among firefighters

Development of a national registry and earlier cancer diagnosis leading to better health outcomes for firefighters
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