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New HIV testing guidelines developed for BC
May 14, 2014 by David Moore, Physician Lead STOP HIV, Provincial Health Services Authority
Background
In British Columbia, there are an estimated 12,000 people living with HIV. Each year, 200-300 people ranging in age from 13 to 81 years old are diagnosed with HIV infection. Despite great advances in treatment, many...
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A review of the Wellspring Conference (Encounters with Trauma, Hope and Healing)
Mar 5, 2014 by Andrew Larcombe, Clinical supervisor, Addictions and Mental Health, Downtown Community Health Centre, VCH;, by and Catherine Fallis, Registered Clinical Counsellor, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner
“Spread the conference info to other health authorities, thank you, excellent”
- Participant...
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The 2013 STI DST review: a summary of changes
Feb 25, 2014 by Cheryl Prescott, RN(c) & Nurse Educator, Clinical Prevention Services, BCCDC
Revision process
The College of Registered Nurses of BC (CRNBC) STI DST review...
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CRNBC Certified Practice in Reproductive Health & STI: 2013 review
Jan 24, 2014 by Cheryl Prescott, RN(C), Clinical Prevention Services Education, BCCDC
CRNBC Certified Practices
The College of Registered Nurses of British Columbia (CRNBC) implemented CRNBC STI Certified Nursing Practice in 2010. Certified...
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Special Feature Series: Trauma Informed Care, Part 5 - Adverse Childhood Experiences Study
Dec 10, 2013 by Fiona Gold, Outreach Nurse, Clinical Prevention Services, BCCDC
No matter how genetically sound a seed may be, factors such as sunlight, soil quality and irrigation must act on it properly if it is to germinate and grow into a healthy adult plant. [1] Gabor Mate
The ACE Study:...
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