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Preparing for summer weather

South and Central Coast, B.C. – Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) has issued weather alerts for several parts of the province, including the Fraser Health and Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) regions, as we experience the first stretch of high temperatures of the season.

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Using AI to support faster stroke care for Coastal patients

To treat strokes quickly and effectively, a treatment called Endovascular Therapy (EVT) may be used to remove clots and restore blood flow to the brain.

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LGH takes part in mock crash scenario for students

Lions Gate Hospital (LGH) partnered with North Vancouver RCMP, the District of North Vancouver Fire Department, School District 44, BC Emergency Health Services, North Shore Safety Council, and ICBC to conduct a mock-crash scenario recently as part of an awareness campaign for students.

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Regional anesthesia initiative is improving how we care for patients, and the planet

​Across Vancouver Coastal Health, we're seeing many transformative projects that are improving health systems and environmental sustainability.

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Video: One final walk through of the Rotunda at Richmond Hospital

Brenda Wagner, Social Worker at Minoru Residence, and Tom So, Senior Manager of Facilities, Maintenance & Operations at Richmond Hospital, guide us through the Rotunda one last time before its demolition.

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Spring social creates opportunities to shine for older adults in Sechelt

A spring-themed celebration held on Saturday, May 25, at the Vancouver Coastal Health Portside Adult Day Program located in Silverstone Care Centre allowed members to shine and community connections to bloom.

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