ROAM-supported Newborn Simulations Strengthen Teamwork on Salt Spring Island
Posted April 29, 2026
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RTVS brings much-needed support during pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact rural and remote regions in northern BC at a disproportionate rate compared with the rest of the province. Help being offered by Real-Time Virtual Support (RTVS) physicians – available 24/7 over Zoom – has been welcomed with open arms. And physicians are reporting that RTVS is having an impact on outcomes and helping to alleviate the challenges of rural medicine during the pandemic.
A Community Hug: Honouring Love and Loss in Prince George
On February 15, 2025, in Prince George, BC, Aaron Vanderpool and his partner will host This Hug is 20 Seconds, a community event born from the memory of their child, Taraji, who passed away in 2022. This initiative invites people to pause and share the healing power of a simple 20-second hug, reminding us that even in grief, moments of empathy and connection can help us heal.