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From our friends AT SARA For Women "Today is #PersonsDay in Canada. Until October 18, 1929, women were not legally recognized as "persons." The amendment to include women as persons paved the way for women's increased participation in public and political life. Read more about the #PersonsCase: https://women-gender-equality.canada.ca/.../persons-day.html"

It's World Mental Health Day. Just as there should be no shame surrounding physical health issues, there should be none with mental health, either. Need to talk? 310-6789 for individuals who would like emotional support, information and resources ... 1-800-suicide (1-800-784-2433) for individuals who are or know of someone who is having thoughts of suicide.

Seriously, though... it might be. Ask your doctor if it's time to get a mammogram or visit http://www.bccancer.bc.ca/screening/breast/get-a-mammogram Don't have a family doctor? Join the wait list at www.adofp.com/careconnector

It's World Cerebral Palsy Day! To learn more about CP, visit https://www.bccerebralpalsy.com/

The festival of Navratri begins today for millions of Hindus here in BC and around the world, culminating with the festival of Dussehra. It's a joyful celebrati...on of good over evil, a time to give thanks and celebrate with family, and the beginning of the countdown to Diwali. Shubh Navratri! https://news.gov.bc.ca/25481

It's HPV Prevention Week in Canada. HPV affects ALL genders, not only those with a cervix. If you are sexually active, talk to your doctor about screening and vaccination today.

There are a few vaccine adverse reaction sites on the internet that are NOT connected to the medical community in any way. While these sites are dangerous for those who do not know how to identify them, they do contain some hilarious anecdotes.

When looking at the per 100k rates, we can see how troubling the low number of new cases in small populations can be. Thanks to the Fraser Valley Current for helping to put our current situation into perspective.

Do you need a first or second vaccine? These upcoming drop in vaccine clinics do not require an appointment.

Read something about COVID-19 vaccines that made you worried? Before you share check it against trusted sources http://bit.ly/3bLHMyf

B.C.'s vaccine card has officially launched. Click through the album for some facts about it that you might not know. You'll need the card to attend non-e...ssential businesses and events in B.C. starting Sept. 13, including restaurants, theatres and sports venues. "We have put the vaccine card in place to keep businesses open and to keep people working and to keep people safe," said Dr. Bonnie Henry, B.C.’s provincial health officer. An online portal has launched that allows residents to obtain their proof of COVID-19 vaccination in either digital or hard-copy format. The card will not be required at grocery stores and other retail settings that haven't seen high levels of transmission. It also won't be necessary to access health services, enter a place of worship or vote in the upcoming federal election. More: www.cbc.ca/1.6166970

Effective September 14th, BC has mandated proof of vaccination to further combat against COVID-19. These new mandates include proof of vaccination in the following spaces indoor ticketed sporting events indoor and patio dining in restaurants fitness centers... casinos and indoor organized events like conferences and weddings people aged 12 and older will be required to show their proof of vaccination. Help our communities stay safe and get vaccinated today, register for your vaccine at https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/covid-19/vaccine/dose-2 for more information on the new guidelines refer to the following link https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2021HLTH0053-001659

It's in you to give! https://www.blood.ca/en

Stay tuned for our series on ‘Forgotten History’ to learn more about how previous pandemics have created new tools, driven creativity, and affected the way we live.

We had SO MUCH FUN celebrating Pink Shirt Day at @howemiddle.bulldogs this morning! We are still at the MRC handing out snack from 11:30-12 and 2-4. We have more stickers so if you didn’t get one stop by!

Kindness costs nothing to give. Spread it freely. #pinkshirtday

No syringe? No vaccine. This high-tech factory in Spain is helping UNICEF and partners deliver 1 billion syringes to countries across the world to support COVID-19 vaccinations.

Toxic drugs are circulating. Do you know the signs of an overdose or how to administer Naloxone?

A gentle reminder from some of our local Doctors.

By getting immunized, these frontline health care workers are protecting those most vulnerable to COVID-19 and helping us all get one step closer to ending this pandemic.

Are you unsure about our Provincial Orders and who you can spend the holidays with? This article by Global News covers many different scenarios with truthful and easy to understand information.

A quick reminder.

New orders are in place to help everyone in BC significantly reduce their social interactions and to stop COVID-19 from spreading in our province. The following... orders and direction are in effect: Mandatory mask mandate for workers and customers in indoor public and retail spaces and in workplace common areas No events or social gatherings with anyone outside your household or core bubble (if you live alone) COVID-19 travel advisory in BC: essential travel only Spin classes, hot yoga, and high intensity interval training are suspended No spectators and no travel outside your community for sports games Learn more: https://gov.bc.ca/covid19restrictions

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The 2020 editions of Lonely Planet travel guides are out.

Do you know a deserving family in need of a great Christmas? Read the information below to nominate them for a Christmas provided by Downtown Abbotsford

We realise that these activities do not replace medications, but if you need a little boost you can give them a try.

Have a safe and physically distant Diwali, #Abbotsford! #Diwali #Diwali2020

Provincial health orders from Dr. Bonnie Henry are in place to help stop the spread of COVID-19. There are fines of up to $2,000 for people who break restrictions on gatherings and events or who act in unsafe ways. We must can all help slow the spread of this virus, together.

We were thrilled to support this project. "A new report by UFV’s Dr. Iris Lesser & Ms. Navdeep Rai, BKin examines the opportunity of outdoor group-based exercise to improve physical activity of South Asian womena community uniquely affected by higher rates of diabetes and heart disease."

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