Minister of Fisheries and Oceans sued for putting wild salmon at risk
The Minister of Fisheries and Oceans is breaking the law by not testing B.C. farmed salmon for a virus that has spread like wildfire in Norway and Chile, before allowing them to be transferred into open-net ocean pens alongside wild fish. “According to federal fisheries laws, the Minister of Fisheries and Oceans is required...
Opinion: How to be Happier and Healthier; a Few Reminders.
Last weekend, we were reminded to be thankful. Now, as winter looms and days grow shorter, darker, and colder, perhaps we could use a few reminders of the things we already know, really, about being happier and healthier -- mentally healthier, too. Thanksgiving day -- Monday, October 10 -- was also World Mental Health day. ...
Opinion: Hw to be Happier and Healthier; a Few Reminders.
Last weekend, we were reminded to be thankful. Now, as winter looms and days grow shorter, darker, and colder, perhaps we could use a few reminders of the things we already know, really, about being happier and healthier -- mentally healthier, too. Thanksgiving day -- Monday, October 10 -- was also World Mental Health day. ...
COLUMN: Which Nutrients to Supplement When Taking Certain Medications
Medications can deplete our nutrients by changing the way a nutrient is absorbed, produced, stored or eliminated. Some medications lower stomach acid, which is needed to break down protein, carbohydrates and fat, so, reduced digestion can result in reduced absorption of nutrients. Other medications bind on to certain...
A Plentiful Harvest
Conversations about food often include favorite meals and restaurants. But in the Columbia Basin-Boundary food conversations are increasing and evolving, including discussions on local agriculture, food security, and related policies and plans. Food is a hot topic these days, and these conversations include a diversity...
Public meeting Tuesday to discuss sale of Trail Smoke Eaters to US interests
The sale of the Trail Smoke Eaters BCHL hockey team will be a fantastic boost for the community, according to Smoke Eaters president Tom Gawryletz. Despite the tremendous support of the Trail Smoke Eater Society, public volunteers and its staff, the future of the community-run hockey team remained uncertain, until now. The ...
Editorial Musing: New MSP Premiums for 2017
How much do you pay for BC Medical Services Plan (MSP)? This year, if you're a single person who earned $21,900 (or so) last year ("adjusted net income"), you'll pay nothing -- as long as you applied for Premium Assistance. But if you're a couple, and you and your spouse earned a total of $30,001 last year, then this year...
Rabies? Bats Are Safer Than Dogs -- But Be Careful.
World Rabies Day: Sept 28, 2016 Bats and Other Wild Things -- and Rabies Having an occupied bat house in your yard poses very low risk to human health, and statistically is safer than owning a dog. Bats are an integral part of a healthy environment, providing pollination services in some parts of the world, essential...
New legislation coming to address vaping products
Vaping isn’t for everyone — including the Government of Canada. On the Government website, the Canada’s Federal Tobacco Control Strategy said there will be introduction of new tobacco legislation to address vaping products in Canada. “Smoking tobacco is the leading cause of preventable death in Canada, affecting the well-being of all Canadians, including youth,” said […]
Initial contracts awarded for support recovery beds
Interior Health (IH) is pleased to announce five contracts have been awarded for the creation of 26 additional support recovery beds. These new beds will enhance mental health and substance use (MHSU) services throughout the B.C. Interior. “More beds mean more people can get their lives back,” said Health Minister Terry Lake. “Bed by bed, […]
