Healthy Athletes News

February

Stay healthy and eat the rainbow!

Fruits and vegetables are a very important part of eating well, and fueling your body! They are full of fibre, which is very important for digestion...

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January

Know when to take it easy

During this time of year, people tend to fall ill more often with things such as coughs, colds, and the flu. If you are sick, it is best to evaluate...

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December

Stay healthy over the holidays

While programs take a break for Winter Holidays there are many things you can do on your own or with your family to keep moving. Getting out for a...

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Special Olympics BC Healthy Athletes Victoria

November

Special Olympics Healthy Athletes screenings are rewarding and impactful

Special Olympics BC’s Healthy Athletes screenings address the issue that individuals with intellectual disabilities have unique challenges around...

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Special Olympics BC Healthy Athletes screening

August

Special Olympics BC achieved official Healthy Community recognition

In 2016, Special Olympics BC won a three-year Special Olympics Healthy Communities grant funded by the Golisano Foundation. Seeking to tackle the...

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Special Olympics BC health care visit booklet

April

Changing the game with resources for athlete health

April 7 is World Health Day, advocating health access for all, and this week we are turning the spotlight on parts of Special Olympics BC’s work on...

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Healthy Athletes 2019 Special Olympics BC Games

March

2019 SOBC Games Healthy Athletes screenings a hit

At the 2019 Special Olympics BC Winter Games, figure skater Jamie Amos of SOBC – Port Alberni participated in his first-ever Healthy Athletes...

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January

50 moments: Healthy Athletes changes the game for individuals with intellectual disabilities

As we celebrate the 50th anniversary of Special Olympics this year, we are taking a look back at the #50moments that have defined the Special Olympics...

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