health risks
Wildfires burn across BC
Michelle Young July 26, 2026BC summers bring an elevated risk of wildfires, exacerbated by climate change, and this summer is no exception. As of July 24, evacuation orders have been issued for multiple communities in the interior, including a fire in the Thompson-Nicola Regional District, which is quickly expanding. “89 blazes” are estimated to be active across the province. In addition to the destruction of homes and forestry, these fires bring health risks due to smoke. Exposure to wildfire smoke can result in headaches, chest pain, shortness of breath, heart palpitations, and more. The BCMJ reports that “physical impacts of climate change and environmental…
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We need to stop e-cigarette use before it ruins a generation like tobacco did
Lubaba Mahmud September 16, 2019Editor's note: This piece has been updated to reflect the fact that Juul does not advertise to youth or intend its product for youth consumption. We have to stop being so naive about e-cigarettes. At present, the same mistakes of…
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