B.C. women aged 19 to 21 eligible for one-time HPV vaccine

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A one-time human papillomavirus vaccine (HPV) program is being offered to women in British Columbia who were born in 1991, 1992 and 1993 to protect them from cervical cancer. “We’ve been offering the school-based HPV vaccination program since 2008, which has helped to protect thousands of British Columbian girls from cervical cancer,” … [Read more...]

April 27 is Daffodil Day

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In support of the Canadian Cancer Society, Sun Peaks Municipal Council has proclaimed April Daffodil Month and April 27th Daffodil Day. The municipality is encouraging everyone to wear a daffodil to show support for persons living with cancer. Daffodils were first used by the Canadian Cancer Society in 1956 as hand-outs to spread the … [Read more...]

Truth or consequences

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In the early days of TV there was a show called “Truth or Consequences.” If contestants failed to get the right answer to the cleverly disguised question they faced a bizarre consequence such as having to ride a unicycle or balance above a pool of whipped cream. As I was reflecting on how our thinking works and the amazing power of thought I … [Read more...]