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乌鸦传媒: Revolutionizing reproductive health: BC乌鸦传媒檚 free contraception program

TODAY IN B.C.: In 2023 B.C. became the first province to make contraception free
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Host Peter McCully chats with Andrea Silver, a pharmacist and member of the board of the College of Pharmacists about the groundbreaking initiatives taken by British Columbia to provide free access to contraceptives, with more than 60 types being made available.

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Silver emphasizes the program乌鸦传媒檚 impact on contraceptive choices.

The discussion extends to the broader societal implications, linking unintended pregnancies to health and economic challenges, making the case for providing families with the best possible start.

In the second segment, McCully talks with Black Press Media journalist Lauren Collins who had the opportunity to interview Health Minister Adrian Dix about the program and benefits.

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Dix emphasizes the financial relief for younger women, offering a unique perspective on the intersection of healthcare and financial considerations.

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Peter McCully

About the Author: Peter McCully

Peter has been a broadcaster and publisher on both of Canada乌鸦传媒檚 coasts and has owned a small newspaper and run an advertising agency along the way.
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