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Speech bubbles saying "Hello" in different languages
News / October 2021

Spoken interpretation services available to community specialists

When working in their community offices, specialists can access free spoken language interpreting services as part of a 1-year pilot project, funded by the Specialist Services Committee (SSC)—a... Read More

Doctors perform surgery
News / October 2021

Innovative coating for blood vessels reduces rejection of transplanted organs

Researchers at UBC have found a way to reduce organ rejection following a transplant by using a polymer to coat blood vessels on the organ to be transplanted. The polymer substantially diminished... Read More

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News / October 2021

Website to connect people with mental health, substance-use supports

British Columbians can now navigate and connect with mental health and substance-use information and supports via the Wellbeing website (https://wellbeing.gov.bc.ca). The website features a guided... Read More

A patient sits on the floor, wearing compression socks
News / October 2021

BC Lymphedema Association: Updated professional resource directory

The BC Lymphedema Association has released its 2021–2022 edition of the BCLA Professional Directory & Resource Guide. The expanded guide includes new and updated educational content and is... Read More

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News / October 2021

Optimizing your disability and professional expense insurance

By: Julie Kwan, BBA, CFP, CLU, GBA

When did you last review your disability and professional expense insurance needs? It’s recommended that you review your coverage with a Doctors of BC insurance advisor 1 year after starting a... Read More

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BCMJ

The BCMJ is a general medical journal that shares knowledge while building connections among BC physicians.

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ISSN 0007‍-‍0556 (Print)
ISSN 2293‍-‍6106 (Online)
Established 1959