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Ensuring future generations receive the best health care in BC
Read ArticleWhether they’re large or small, legacy gifts in support of VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation can have a profound effect on the…
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Scotiabank supports David and Brenda McLean Integrated Spine Clinic at VGH
Read ArticleScotiabank recently presented a donation of $50,000 to VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation, in support of the David and Brenda McLean Integrated…
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Prostate Centre Honoured by Lieutenant Governor’s Visit
Read ArticleOn May 31, 2013, Her Honour, The Honourable Judith Guichon Lieutenant Governor of BC made a special visit to the Vancouver Prostate…
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Exceptional care creates lasting impression
Read ArticleAndrew Johns is an avid hockey player and all-around athlete. Over the years of playing hockey, surfing, cycling and swimming, Andrew developed…
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I’m afraid to tell people for fear of judgement
Read ArticleHow has mental illness impacted your life? I began getting medical help for my depression eight years ago, however I feel like…
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An ICU story of innovation, compassion and unique care
Read ArticleIn July 2011, 54-year-old Stephen Kaplan was on a motorcycle trip through the Yukon when he hit a massive pothole on a…
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Award-winning TV reporter grateful for VGH Stroke Program
Read ArticleAs a CTV news reporter, Brent Gilbert used to think his job was the definition of “time sensitive.” Last year, he suffered…
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Cancer care inspires generous gift
Read ArticleIn July 2011, Thomas Anderson lived through a health-care scare; he was emergency airlifted via helicopter to VGH from Powell River, BC…
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New mom gets life back after ultrasound diagnosis
Read ArticleIn January 2005, Catharine Martin awoke to labour pains. Shortly after delivering a healthy baby, Martin was struck by a very rare…
