This letter is in regards to the article “Premier calls palliative care shortcomings ‘unacceptable’” in the April 25, 2018 edition of The Reporter.
The Strait Richmond Palliative Care Society wants to ensure that the information circulated remains accurate.
The article mentioned...
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