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New case of travel-acquired measles identified in B.C.

Vancouver, B.C. — A new case of measles infection has been confirmed in the Lower Mainland, in a resident of the Vancouver Coastal Health region who travelled abroad to East Africa and Asia. Public health officials from VCH are following up directly with individuals who may have been exposed to this case.

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Mpox continues to circulate in the VCH region, especially among people not vaccinated or under-vaccinated

Vancouver, B.C. — Mpox remains a public health concern in the Vancouver Coastal Health region, with a recent increase in cases, predominantly among gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men (gbMSM) who have not received two doses of ImvamuneTM, the vaccine used for the prevention of mpox.

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Proponent selected for new acute-care tower for Richmond Hospital redevelopment

Richmond, B.C. – People in Richmond and surrounding areas are one step closer to a new acute-care tower as Vancouver Coastal Health has selected the preferred proponent for phase two of the Richmond Hospital redevelopment project. The selected team is Graham Design Builders LP and HDR Architecture Associates, Inc.

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Second case of measles identified in B.C.

Vancouver, B.C. — A second case of measles infection has been confirmed in the Lower Mainland, in a resident of the Vancouver Coastal Health region who travelled to Southeast Asia in the same party as the first case, a resident in the Fraser Health region. Public Health officials from both health authorities are following up directly with individuals who are known to have been exposed to the virus.

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Tips for staying safe and healthy during the winter season

Vancouver, B.C. – As winter approaches, Vancouver Coastal Health is reminding residents they can play a key role in staying safe and healthy during the season.

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New location for downtown Vancouver Urgent and Primary Care Centre

Vancouver, B.C. – The Vancouver City Centre Urgent and Primary Care Centre (UPCC) is moving to a new and improved space within downtown Vancouver.

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