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Drug decriminalization begins Tuesday in B.C.
B.C.’s decriminalization of people who use drugs comes into effect on Tuesday, Jan. 31. Health Canada granted the Province of B.C. a subsection 56(1) exemption…
PHO addresses flu-associated deaths in children and youth
By Dr. Bonnie Henry The BC Centre for Disease and Control is aware of six reports of influenza-associated deaths among children and youth in B.C….
B.C. urges parents to vaccinate kids before holidays
British Columbia’s public-health officials are encouraging families and caregivers to get their kids vaccinated against influenza in advance of the holidays. The Ministry of Health…
Gender-based violence persists in our communities
By Dr. Bonnie Henry Women, girls, Two-Spirit, transgender, non-binary and gender-diverse people have the right to live free from violence, as do all people. Yet…
It’s free and easy to get an influenza vaccine
Public-health officials are encouraging all British Columbians six months and older to get an influenza vaccine to best protect themselves, their loved ones, their communities…
PHO urges children be up-to-date on all vaccines
By Dr. Bonnie Henry Op-Ed Commentary As the summer holidays draw to a close, many families are starting to think about their back-to-school tasks. Buy…
B.C. takes next steps in COVID-19 response
As people in B.C. continue to get vaccinated, the province continues with previously announced plans to further lift COVID-19 restrictions. The province has begun rolling…
Rapid tests for ages 70+ to be available at pharmacies
People aged 70 years and older will soon have access to rapid antigen tests through community pharmacies at no cost. This week, the Ministry of…
Province loosening some restrictions for vaccinated only
Life will be returning to a semblance of normal, for those vaccinated, starting Thursday, Feb. 17. With the caveat of still requiring a vaccine passport…