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Taking Action Against Colorectal Cancer: Observing Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about colorectal cancer, its risk factors, prevention strategies, and the importance of early detection.
Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer diagnosed in both men and women in Canada, with thousands of new cases diagnosed each year. This type of cancer affects the colon or rectum and can develop slowly over many years, often starting as precancerous polyps.
By educating the public about risk factors, symptoms, and screening options, we can help reduce the burden of colorectal cancer and save lives.
Click here to schedule your screening appointment. Encourage others to do the same and help raise awareness.
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Click here to schedule your screening appointment. Encourage others to do the same and help raise awareness.
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Rethinking Drinking
A Free Community Screening & Panel Discussion
You are invited to: Rethinking Drinking, a free community screening and panel discussion exploring alcohol use, its impact on our communities, and the many pathways to support and care. The event features the documentary Smashed: Breaking the Cycle of Alcohol Use Disorder, followed by a facilitated panel discussion. March 25, 2026. 3:00 PM. More Information & Registration Here.Can A Pharmacist Help?
Pharmacists are some of the most accessible health-care providers and they can now assist and prescribe for more than 20 minor ailments as well as being able to prescribe contraception! Learn more HERE. Conditions a pharmacist can help with include:- Allergies, pink eye, menstrual pain, headaches, shingles,
- Birth control, yeast infections, rashes, hemorrhoids,
- Cold sore, nicotine dependence, urinary tract infections (UTI),
- Pharmacists can also assist with prescription renewals, emergency supplies of medications, provide injections and more.
- Book an Appointment!
Are You Looking For A Family Doctor Or Nurse Practitioner?
If you are in need of a Family Doctor or Nurse Practitioner in Nanaimo, please register for the Health Connect Registry. Once registered, you will be contacted directly when a Primary Care Provider is available.
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