NH urges flu vaccination as season nears in Chedwynd area
Northern Health promotes free influenza vaccination for at risk groups starting Nov 6 with public clinics across the North. The effort targets the very young elderly and those with chronic conditions and notes pneumococcal vaccination can be given at the same visit. Health officials stress vaccination plus hand hygiene to curb flu spread.
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BC HealthGuide
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Blankets and Quilts Support Soldiers Through Projects
The Quilters Guilds and Canadian Angels groups organize Soldiers’ Angels backpacks for hospitalizing soldiers, delivering blankets quilts toothbrushes and clothing not in stock. Gerry and Joanne Roberts urge community involvement with donations or volunteering at Seams Forever or the Pieceful Day Quilters satellite group, meeting monthly and weekly respectively.
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Soldiers’ Angels
Gerry
Guild
Joanne Roberts
Canadian Angels
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Roberts
Pieceful Day Quilters
Blanket drive guidelines for recovery hope quilts
A concise guide outlines blanket specifications for Soldiers Angels recipients. It covers size 36/45 by 45/50 inches, fabric options fleece knit crochet or quilted cotton with batting, edge finishing for double sided fleece, backing for single sided fleece, personalization with buttons or appliqué, and methods to keep batting in place. Includes color tips and finish instructions with a note tag and optional email contact.
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David Bowering
Minister of Health
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Chetwynd
Jim Smith
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Pine Valley
Darlene Gerry
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