One in 88 American kids has autism ... this just in from CNN
The estimated number of U.S. autistic kids has skyrocketed by 78% since 2000, according to a report from the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. One in 88 American kids has autism,...
View ArticlePress Release - BC Women aged 19 - 21 eligible for one-time HPV vaccine
BC women aged 19 to 21 eligible for one-time HPV vaccine VANCOUVER, BC – A one-time human papillomavirus vaccine program will be offered to women in British Columbia who were born in 1991, 1992 and...
View ArticleRecipe for a rainy day!
It's a blueberry bonanza! Check out this recipe and others in the print edition, or online at www.okanaganwoman.com
View ArticleToning Shoes a fitness letdown - Skechers to pay $40 million
Consumers spent millions of dollars snatching up toning sneakers as soon as they hit store shelves. Manufacturers of these specially designed shoes claimed the shoes could make workouts more efficient,...
View ArticleKelowna paddlers to compete at World Outrigger Champions in Calgary, Aug 9-15
While many locals may be familiar with dragon boat races on Okanagan Lake, many may not be aware that Kelowna is also home to world championship contenders for outrigger canoe racing. The Outrigger...
View ArticleHealth Canada Warning re use of Calcitonin (a drug used to treat osteoporosis...
Health Canada is informing Canadians that it is assessing the possibility of an increased risk of cancer with long-term use of the drug calcitonin.Calcitonin is a prescription drug available in Canada...
View ArticleArthrisits Awareness Month - Debunking the Myths about Arthritis
This year, The Arthritis Society is debunking the myths surrounding arthritis and urging all Canadians to take notice of this disease, which is a leading cause of disability in Canada. Myths About...
View ArticleInterior Health Breast Feeding Events
The road to life-long health begins with breastfeeding Did you know that breastfeeding has health benefits for both mother and child? October 1-7 is World Breastfeeding Week in Canada, a time to draw...
View ArticleHelp the BC Cancer Agency find an outstanding cancer caregiver
The BC Cancer Agency will be awarding its annual Community Care Award to someone who is making a difference in the lives of those living with cancer.Nominations are being accepted for anyone who...
View ArticleHealth Warning: Antimircrobial Foaming Hand Soap recalled
Avmor Ltd. is voluntarily recalling one lot of its Antimicrobial Foaming Hand Soap (Triclosan 0.3%) due to microbial contamination. Product testing undertaken by Health Canada detected bacteria...
View ArticleThe Kid Co Peapod poses Suffocation Hazard
The Kid Co Peapod is marketed as an indoor/outdoor travel bed for infants. Health Canada has received two reports of infants rolling over and getting their faces trapped between the mattress and the...
View ArticleSummer babies less likely to be CEOs: UBC research
Sauder School of Business researchers at the University of British Columbia have found that a person’s date of birth can affect their climb up the corporate ladder. The Sauder study shows that only...
View ArticleOnly two chances to catch the Ghost Tours of Vernon
The Ghost Tours of Vernon are back for only two evenings this Halloween season. Catch host/storyteller/ paranormal scholar, Gabriel David Sumegi Newman, on October 29th and 30th at 7:00 PM if you want...
View ArticleShare The Spirit Christmas Hamper Campaign Launched at SOWINS
So soon. So soon? So soon! Though Christmas comes but once a year, for the South Okanagan Women in Need Society (SOWINS), it comes early. Its’ fall, which means its’ “Share the Spirit” time! As the...
View ArticleIMPORTANT INFO FOR SHAW TELEPHONE CUSTOMERS IN ARMSTRONG
ATT: Shaw Telephone Residential CustomersMAKE SURE YOUR NAME AND PHONE NUMBER ARE INCLUDED in the annual Armstrong/Spallumcheen Telephone Directory. We have learned that many Shaw Customers have been...
View ArticleEVENT - Nov 22 - Local Artists and Activists Share Their Compassion for...
This press release just in from the Okanagan Institute Express ...a worthwhile event!The sad news is that millions of women and girls around the world suffer sexual exploitation, acid attacks, rape,...
View ArticleBenefit Concert for Westside Families in Need
Making Music Matter - It is quite shocking how many students arrive at school every day that haven’t eaten breakfast nor have appropriate clothing for the weather conditions. Approximately 1 in 6...
View ArticleHealth Canada Warning about Reed Diffusers
Health Canada is advising parents and caregivers to keep reed diffusers out of reach of children and to teach them about the potential hazards posed by these products.Reed diffusers are home fragrance...
View ArticleSOWINS calls for Volunteers
The South Okanagan Women in Need SocietyWomen Front and Centre GalaSOWINS would like to invite you to volunteer with us for our 8th Annual Women Front & Center Gala & Awards. The Gala is fast...
View ArticleSouth Okanagan Women in Need and Shoppers Drug Mart Raise Essential Funds for...
With the combined efforts of Shoppers Drug Mart, its employees and customers, South Okanagan women experiencing or at risk of violence or abuse will have some much needed support for programs that...
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