Learn about West Nile virus, its causes, symptoms, risks, treatment, prevention and surveillance
West Nile virus is usually spread by the bite of an infected mosquito.
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50/50 event by @handonback supporting “Cancer Virudh Punjabi” campaign with a goal of raising $50,000
50/50 event by @handonback supporting “Cancer Virudh Punjabi” campaign with a goal of raising $50,000 by spending 50 hours at 50 feet height by amazing superstar volunteers, Amarjit Dhadwar, Dr. Pargat Singh Bhurji and RCMP officer, Sunny of Punjabi community held at Superstore on King George and 75 Ave Surrey.
Oral Cancer Screening: Sunday September 8, 2019
The Pacific Oral Health Society in collaboration with The Rotary Club of Surrey-Newton will be offering a free Oral Cancer Screening Clinic on Sunday, September 8, 2019.
B.C. applauds federal government for modernizing drug pricing regulations
People in B.C. and across Canada are now better protected against excessive drug prices set by manufacturers, as federal regulatory amendments for the Patented Medicine Prices Review Board (PMPRB) have been announced.
International students continue to contribute to B.C. health care as MSP premiums eliminated
As the Province eliminates Medical Service Plan (MSP) premiums for British Columbians, an updated payment method will ensure international students continue to contribute to, and benefit from, B.C.‘s health-care coverage.
Staying Healthy in the Heat
Why is Heat a Health Concern?
Essential Oils are the way to more natural health!
Do you live with headaches? Migraines? Stress? Anxiety? Depression? Digestive discomfort? Respiratory issues? Seasonal allergies? Cellular health issues? Restless sleep? Skin problems? Low energy? Brain fog? Body aches and pains? More?
Prevention & Management of Diabetes in South Asians
The prevalence of diabetes is much higher in South Asians than the general population. South Asians are at least 3-5 times increased risk of developing diabetes as compared to Caucasians.
HOW DO ANTIOXIDANTS HELP US STAY HEALTHY?
To be healthy is a goal we all aspire, and to achieve that, we try different foods and diets. While on this journey, we need to focus and pick foods that will make us healthy from the insides and possibly even prevent diseases.
Hepatitis in Canada
You could have hepatitis C and not have signs or symptoms. 44% of those living with hepatitis C are unaware of their infection, and 67% of Canadians reported never being tested for hepatitis C