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Public Health Agency of Canada makes a statement on measles

By on April 9, 2015 in Government, Health

The Public Health Agency of Canada is again reminding Canadians of the importance of ensuring their immunizations are up to date, following the confirmation of additional cases of measles in the Vancouver region. Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) region has reported additional cases of measles linked to a March 21, 2015, Air China Flight from Beijing […]

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Don’t let a small bite turn into a health problem

By on January 16, 2015 in Health, Travel Features

Are you turning up the heat this winter by travelling south? Don’t let a small bite ruin your vacation. The Public Health Agency of Canada reminds Canadians heading south to protect themselves from mosquito bites that can spread diseases that cause illness, like chikungunya. Chikun-what? Although it may sound like a tasty southern dish, chikungunya […]

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