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B.C. universities work together to reveal how superbugs spread in hospitals

Researchers at UFV and SFU are teaming up to try and revolutionize the way that scientists and health-care professionals tackle the problem of superbugs. These superbugs are strains of bacteria or other microbes that have become resistant to most medicines, making them incredibly hard to treat. A recent study published in The Lancet revealed that

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Man sentenced to 12 months, to serve 147 days for choking, threats in B.C.

This article discusses intimate partner violence and may be triggering to some readers. If you or someone you know is experiencing violence or abuse contact the Kelowna Women’s Shelter 24/7 support line at 250-763-1040 or text 236-970-0704. In an emergency, call 911. James Plover will spend another 147 days in jail for choking and uttering

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Xavier’s Law gets first reading, family ‘blown away’ by support in B.C. legislature

There was no opposition in B.C.’s legislature as Xavier’s Law was given first reading on Nov. 26. The private members bill, which was introduced by the MLA for Juan de Fuca-Malahat Dana Lajeunesse, would toughen up the penalties for dangerous drivers in B.C. if it passes. The move to change the driving laws comes after

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