Sept. 10: Communities can help prevent suicide
The numbers are disturbing. In Canada suicide claims the lives of more than 3500 people each year. In 2009, over 500 deaths in B.C. were attributed to suicide. Hospitalization due to self harming and suicidal behaviours is even more common. Between 2008 and 2009, there were over 3000 self-inflicted injuries that required hospitalization in B.C. […]
B.C. leads country with lowest smoking rate
British Columbia has the lowest smoking rate in Canada for the 12th year in a row at 14.3 per cent, says the 2010 Canadian Tobacco Use Monitoring Survey (CTUMS). B.C.’s overall smoking rate fell to 14.3 per cent in 2010 from 14.9 per cent in 2009, according to the CTUMS. Overall in Canada, smoking rates […]
Adrenal function: cope well with those stressors
By Dr. Brenda Gill Now that summer is almost over with shortening days and typically a more rigorous routine, it is important that the adrenal gland is strong. This ensures the added stressors of increased workload, activities, lower light and temperature are managed well. It is common to see patients wanting more energy, sleep and […]
MP Atamanenko hosts forums on genetic modification
Alex Atamanenko, MP for BC Southern Interior, is co-sponsoring a series of MP forums to discuss the issues that surround genetic modification on a local and national level. Lucy Sharratt is coordinator of the Canadian Biotechnology Action Network (CBAN), a collaborative campaign of 18 member groups working for food sovereignty...
How Earth's 24-hour day-night cycle is synchronized at the cellular level
By David A. Gabel, ENN When a returning back to California from a trip to Japan or when waking up early after a long night of partying, the circadian rhythm is thrown off. This 24-hour day-night cycle has been genetically ingrained at the cellular level. The circadian rhythm has been widely observed in plants, animals, […]
Smoking in Canada hits all-time low in 2010
According to new statistics released this week, the smoking rate in Canada has dropped to 17 per cent in 2010. This is the lowest level ever recorded, according to annual results of the 2010 Canadian Tobacco Use Monitoring Survey (CTUMS). “The numbers announced today are encouraging, as they show more Canadians are making the healthy […]
Government invests in cattle traceability
Cattle producers and processors in B.C. will continue to provide consumers with top quality beef thanks to a Government of Canada investment in a shared database traceability system. Member of Parliament Wai Young (Vancouver South), on behalf of Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz, announced today an investment of over $276,000 to establish the B.C. Carcass Tracking […]
And now for the good news: study finds eating chocolate good for the heart
By David A Gabel, ENN A recent finding, that is sure to delight many of us with a sweet tooth, claims that high levels of chocolate consumption may be associated with a 33 per cent decrease in the risk of developing heart disease. The study, published in the British Medical Journal (BMJ), confirms existing studies […]
Selkirk receives one-time boost as more student spaces open in health-care programs
Selkirk College will see 38 new spaces created for those looking to enroll in the health care field this year. An additional 18 health-care assistant spaces — in partnership with College of the Rockies in Grand Forks and Trail — will be created this year, as well as 20 online pharmacy technician bridging program spaces. […]
Affordable seniors’ housing opens in Cranbrook
The governments of Canada and British Columbia, along with community partners officially opened Baker Gardens today, a new 36-unit modular housing development for seniors and persons with disabilities in Cranbrook. “I am delighted to see that construction is complete on this project,” said David Wilks, Member of Parliament for Kootenay — Columbia, on behalf of the […]
