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Flu policy for visitors in effect at all VCH facilities

Vancouver, BC – Now that flu season has started all visitors to Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) facilities are being asked to wear a mask if they haven't received their annual flu shot. The policy is part of the province's strategy to prevent the spread of flu and protect already vulnerable patients from a potentially fatal infection.

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First urgent primary care centre in Vancouver to open

Vancouver, BC -- Residents in Vancouver’s downtown and West End now have improved access to team-based urgent primary care with the opening of the City Centre Urgent Primary Care Centre.

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Public safety advisory for customers of Betty’s King Sauce

Richmond, BC – Vancouver Coastal Health is warning customers about a sauce being prepared out of a home in Richmond, which could cause botulism.

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Public safety advisory for customers of Polonia Sausage House

Vancouver, BC – Vancouver Coastal Health is warning customers of Polonia Sausage House not to consume certain meat products due to possible bacterial contamination, including E. coli 0157:H7, listeria, or other bacteria.

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Measuring attitudes about mental illness

Vancouver, BC – Can a documentary shape attitudes about mental illness? A Vancouver researcher is trying to find out.

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It's the start of the flu season, get your shot

Vancouver, BC – A new flu season is upon us, and Vancouver Coastal Health is reminding people vaccines continue to be the best way for people to protect themselves and their loved ones.

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