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Maternity/ Labour and Delivery at UHNBC

Hello, I live remotely and have to travel to deliver my baby. I have a choice where to go and I was hoping to hear mothers opinions or reviews of the maternity/ L&D at UHNBC. For example what the rooms were like…

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Prince George records 36 suspected drug deaths so far in 2026

239 people died from toxic drug overdoses province-wide in July and August

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Northern Health records highest rate of unregulated drug deaths in B.C.

Northern B.C. continues to be hit particularly hard by the toxic drug crisis, with new preliminary data showing Northern Health has th...

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BC doctors say flu season may be starting early

Northern Health is urging residents to get the jab

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The BC College of Family Physicians is calling on government to address the over 40+ disconnected digital systems in BC's healthcare system.

We know that most of the time, patients in BC have to retell their medical history every time they visit a new provider or specialist. We also know that physicians are spending significant portions of their day…

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Northern Health seeing flu cases rise as flu season kicks off

It's that time of the year where more cases of the flu start rolling in, as the respiratory season ramps up.

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Lheidli T’enneh Elders Invited to Help Shape the Future of the UHNBC Acute Care Tower

Lheidli T’enneh First Nation invites Elders to participate in an engagement session with Northern Health regarding the design of the new University Hospital of Northern British Columbia (UHNBC) Acute Care Tower. This…

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Mayoral candidate questions whether Yu should have recused himself from hospital tower vote

A question raised during the municipal election campaign is putting renewed attention on conflict-of-interest rules for elected offici...

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Assault victim in hospital, suspects remain at large

Prince George RCMP continues to investigate an assault that happened Sunday, October 4, 2026, leaving one person in the hospital. The incident occurred just before 1:00 p.m. on the 200-block of George Street. Witnesses…

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B.C.’s top doctor encourages fall vaccines as province sees early rise in influenza cases

B.C.’s flu season is off to an early start, with influenza cases rising as the province begins its fall vaccination campaign.

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P.G. RCMP seeking suspects in assault that left one in hospital

The Prince George RCMP are investigating a Sunday assault that sent one person to hospital.

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Assault victim in hospital, suspects remain at large

Prince George RCMP continues to investigate an assault that happened Sunday, October 4, 2026, leaving one person in the hospital.

Also covered byCKPG Today: Prince George RCMP investigate assault (opens the publisher’s site)

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People encouraged to protect themselves, loved ones from influenza, COVID-19, other viral illnesses

With this year’s respiratory illness season underway, people in British Columbia will continue to get safe and effective free vaccines against influenza, COVID-19 and other viral respiratory illnesses. Vaccines against…

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Notice of Intent to Consider Proposed Regional Hospital Board Procedure Bylaw No. 391, 2026

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Kolida focuses on growth, housing and health care in Area H campaign

Joe Kolida says economic development, housing and health care are among his top priorities as he campaigns for the Area H (Robson Valley-Can...

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B.C. NDP plans to resume seven paused long-term care projects if re-elected

The B.C. NDP is promising to restart seven delayed long-term care projects and expand health-care supports for seniors.

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Judge upholds decision on PG doctor who insulted patient's sexual orientation

The doctor requested a review of a decision based on a 2013 incident

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Community comes together for six year old with cancer

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Reduced staffing at UHNBC emergency department

There's still a shortage of doctors for the ER

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Honouring National Day for Truth and Reconciliation through learning, reflection, and Indigenous foods

September 30 is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day, a time to honour survivors, remember the children who never returned home from residential schools, and reflect on th

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Covid Rapid Test

Is there anywhere in town where I can pick up a covid test, free or otherwise? The Save On in Pine Center no longer stocks them (phoned to check) and seemingly no shoppers drug mart stock the ones you can buy.

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More than inspections: My journey as an Environmental Health Officer

When people think of Environmental Health Officers (EHO), restaurant inspections are often the first thing that come to mind.

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Hospital helipad

Is officially off the books for the surgical tower. How does PG continually screw practical ideas up?!

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Curator Chad installing a real flight suit worn in space by Canadian astronaut David Saint-Jacques. Health in Space:…

Curator Chad installing a real flight suit worn in space by Canadian astronaut David Saint-Jacques. Health in Space: Daring to Explore is now open, come and check it out! And we'll be working on getting our new…

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Critical Care Recovery Program marks two years of supporting ICU survivors across Northern BC

Northern Health (NH) medical staff were recently updated by Dr. Gary Misselbrook on the evolution and impact of the Critical Care Recovery Program (CCRP)

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Surprise! Health in Space: Daring to Explore will be ready ahead of schedule, so we're opening it this Saturday,…

Surprise! Health in Space: Daring to Explore will be ready ahead of schedule, so we're opening it this Saturday, September 19, a full week earlier than planned. Come see what it takes for humans to live and work beyond…

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Brittany Colebank | BC Children's Hospital Foundation

September is Child Cancer Awareness Month. I just wanted to share my fundraising page for B.C. Children’s hospital and Wigs for Kids B.C. Feel free to share the link, every dollar goes back to kids fighting cancer and…

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Men’s Sheds: Building connection and community across Northern BC

A report released this year by the Canadian Mental Health Association found that men living in rural Canada

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Lung screening services now available at Kitimat General Hospital

Starting September 15, 2026, lung screening services, as part of the BC Cancer Lung Screening program, are available at Kitimat General Hospital.

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Look what arrived today! Health in Space installation has begun🌌