Health Alerts
The BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) is alerting British Columbians to discard or return to the place of purchase any Little Qualicum Cheeseworks’ Qualicum Spice cheese that they currently have at home.
These are extremely toxic mushrooms that can cause severe illness and may be lethal if ingested by people and especially children. They can be found in various environments around Greater Victoria, and are also dangerous to pets.
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Community Wellness Granting Program
People on Vancouver Island will benefit from up to $800,000 in community wellness grants that are being provided by Island Health to improve the health and well-being of Island residents.
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Little Warriors Library Opens at Victoria General Hospital
Victoria – Island Health’s tiniest and most fragile patients are getting a generous gift from a family who knows all too well the incredible health and care that’s provided to infants at Victoria General Hospital’s (VGH) Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).
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It’s not too late to prevent the flu
Vancouver Island – Island Health is reminding people to get their flu shot and take additional steps to prevent the flu.
Seniors and eligible adults can get the flu shot from their local pharmacist or physician
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