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COVID vaccine take one entirely for Lower Mainland
The B.C. government today announced its plan to begin distributing COVID-19 vaccines in B.C., with the first round going entirely to the Lower Mainland. The…
PET/CT scanner for Interior cancer patients
People living in B.C.’s Interior now have what the Ministry of Health says is closer-to-home access to specialized cancer care services with a new, state-of-the-art…
Cranbrook Virtual Walk-in Clinic still operational
The EK Division of Family Practice, led by community physicians, established the Cranbrook Virtual Walk-in clinic for patients without a family physician, in response to…
Province implements vaping action plan
The provincial government is bringing into force regulations to fully implement British Columbia’s vaping action plan, which was announced in November 2019. The regulations restrict…
Cars Under the Stars parked for now
A proposed Canada Day gathering in the Western Financial Place parking lot called Cars Under the Stars was parked May 25 by City of Cranbrook…
Elective surgeries resuming in Interior Health
Beginning May 19, Interior Health (IH) will resume elective surgeries that were postponed due to COVID-19. While the pandemic continues to evolve, IH is collaborating…
Support offered for isolated seniors
Community help needed to find most vulnerable Cranbrook Better at Home is inviting seniors or caregivers in need of support to reach out. As more…
Liquor store hours extended in province
The provincial government today (April 15) announced it has temporarily extended hours of retail liquor service in British Columbia to provide greater opportunities for physical…
Essential visit restrictions in effect at all Interior Health sites
Effective immediately and until further notice, Interior Health is limiting the number of visitors entering all sites to essential visits only. This decision supports the province-wide response…