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West Island News
Apr 14, 20215 min read
Advisory - Health Canada provides update on AstraZeneca and COVISHIELD COVID-19 Vaccines
Health Canada issues AstraZeneca & COVISHIELD COVID-19 vaccine advisory & instructions regarding rare events of blood clots post-vaccination
West Island News
Apr 12, 20212 min read
Symposium on the relation between autism and addiction: to increase collaboration between services
The Autism and Addictions Partnership Symposium will be accessible for free online April 22 & 23 to inform and raise awareness about ASD.
West Island News
Apr 7, 20214 min read
Council of Chief Medical Officers of Health Statement on Implementing COVID-19 Vaccination in Canada
The current and upcoming increases in vaccine supply along with the extended dose interval, will support the rapid expansion of vaccination
West Island News
Apr 7, 20212 min read
Statement by the Prime Minister on World Health Day
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on World Health Day:
Alessandro De Luca
Apr 4, 20212 min read
The Government's flawed logic behind opening high schools full time.
Unfortunately, the term “gathering” seems to exclude high schools, which are still set to start at a full capacity in the coming days.
West Island News
Apr 3, 20211 min read
Appointments Available for COVID-19 Vaccination in the West Island
3,000 new COVID-19 vaccination appointments are available in the West Island of Montreal!
West Island News
Apr 2, 20212 min read
Advisory - Face masks that contain graphene may pose health risks
Do not use face masks labelled as containing graphene or biomass graphene as they may pose health risks, Health Canada reports.
West Island News
Mar 29, 20212 min read
Health Canada takes further action to confirm the benefit-risk profile of AstraZeneca vaccine
Health Canada is advising Canadians of new measures it has taken regarding the AstraZeneca vaccine after adverse effects reported in Europe.
West Island News
Mar 25, 20211 min read
Big Vaccination News For West Islanders!
West Island News was on location yesterday afternoon at the Dollard-Des-Ormeaux Civic Centre for the opening of CIUSSS de L'Ouest-de-l'île-d
Rhonda Massad
Mar 12, 20215 min read
In Conversation: Vaccines With Dr. Laurie Dunbar
To better understand the vaccination process, Kris Artuso spoke to Dr. Laurie Dunbar in a West Island News Exclusive Interview.
Rhonda Massad
Mar 11, 20218 min read
The Little Centre that Could: MDJ Pierrefonds has Become a Safe Sanctuary for West Island Youth
Two dedicated Maison Des Jeunes Youth Workers are on a Mission to let West Islanders know "We are not a place for bad kids."
West Island News
Mar 1, 20214 min read
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
Colorectal Cancer Canada (CCC) launches advocacy campaign 'Ready For The Next Round' to fight delays in Cancer care caused by COVID.
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Feb 21, 20212 min read
COVID Vaccination Priority for People with Down Syndrome
Local advocate starts petition requesting the prioritization of people with down syndrome in receiving the COVID vaccine due to high risk.
Sherry Shaban
Feb 5, 20212 min read
8 Sneaky Ways to Boost Your Metabolism
You can rev up your metabolic rate regardless of age or fitness level. Factors such gender are lifestyle don't need to hold you back anymore
Rhonda Massad
Jan 22, 20214 min read
A quick guide to help you with psychometric assessments
A person's mentality assumes a significant part in their capacity to work and prevail in their individual situations close by various...
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Dec 31, 20202 min read
Quebec Mental Health Services: Info-Social 811
If you're in need of mental health services in Quebec, you can call Info‑Social 811, a free and confidential telephone consultation service.
Rhonda Massad
Dec 29, 20201 min read
Beaconsfield walk in COVID testing clinic is moving to Kirkland January 5
the Beaconsfield testing centre located on Elm Avenue will be moving to 3212 Jean-Yves in Kirkland as of January 5, 2021.
West Island News
Dec 9, 20202 min read
Virtual health care vs overloaded Lakeshore ER
Lakeshore Hospital ER is over capacity and CIUSS Ouest de l’Ile is asking people not go to the ER at LGH. If you have group insurance throug
Rhonda Massad
Dec 1, 20205 min read
Why is Mental Health Awareness Important?
Mental health is a subject that remains hidden. In the past, people thought of it as something that limits you from leading a normal life.
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Nov 10, 20202 min read
Where to get a flu shot in the West Island
One week in and appointments are booking up rapidly. Where can you still go to get a flu shot in the West Island this year?
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