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Etizolam creates 'life-saving challenges' for first responders in B.C.'s overdose crisis

Etizolam creates 'life-saving challenges' for first responders in B.C.'s overdose crisis

Etizolam, which is not licensed in Canada, has a highly sedating effect on a person, with drowsiness, blackouts and memory loss that can persist for hours.
Health Canada urges parents to not let babies sleep in these rockers

Health Canada urges parents to not let babies sleep in these rockers

Fisher-Price rockers pose a risk to infants if they are left alone or unrestrained.
B.C. public health-care system upheld in landmark court decision

B.C. public health-care system upheld in landmark court decision

Cambie Surgeries Corp. challenged a ban on private insurance and extra billing in health care.
Levette Lake closed indefinitely

Levette Lake closed indefinitely

The presence of a food-conditioned bear has prompted the shutdown of the Squamish camping area.
'Reduces the stigma': At-home STI testing kits coming this fall

'Reduces the stigma': At-home STI testing kits coming this fall

Canadians will be able to test for chlamydia, gonorrhea and trichomoniasis with one urine sample.
It's a form of affordable home ownership, but what exactly is co-op housing?

It's a form of affordable home ownership, but what exactly is co-op housing?

You pay monthly, but it's not a rent. You're a landlord and a tenant at the same time. Sort of. Confused? We'll explain.
Whistler Wolves look to make first rugby grand final this weekend

Whistler Wolves look to make first rugby grand final this weekend

After first loss of the season, squad looks to bounce back when playoffs start next week
Opinion: Worried about high energy bills, some Canadians risk discomfort, illness and even death

Opinion: Worried about high energy bills, some Canadians risk discomfort, illness and even death

Rising temperatures — and inflation — are increasing household energy bills. Many Canadians are struggling to meet their basic energy needs.
Failure of B.C.'s mine tailings dams could put thousands of lives at risk, says report

Failure of B.C.'s mine tailings dams could put thousands of lives at risk, says report

As mine tailings dams grow in size and number, a new analysis warns thousands of lives could be put at risk if they fail
Mom Files Rights Complaint Alleging Hospital ‘Fat Shaming’

Mom Files Rights Complaint Alleging Hospital ‘Fat Shaming’

A high body mass index shouldn’t be the sole determinant of risk for pregnancies, says Sara Lindberg.