Mammogram
October 18, 2019

Breast cancer is one of the most common forms of cancer. 1 in 8 women in Canada will be diagnosed with the disease in their lifetimes. This is Breast Cancer Awareness Month which aims to raise awareness of the illness, fund research, and equip people with the knowledge to reduce their risk....

Making BC’s roadways pedestrian safe
October 11, 2019

On average, 2,300 pedestrians are injured in car crashes every year across British Columbia, and for the most part are entirely preventable.

Whether you are driving to work, cycling to school, or walking your dog, awareness of your surroundings is key to ensuring everyone using our...

Distracted Walking
September 25, 2019

Fall is a season of change, from the crisp golden leaves on the street to the distinctive chill in the air. Aside from the natural transformations this season brings, back-to-school time also means British Columbia’s roadways become much busier. Children are biking, walking and hopping on buses...

Mandatory immunization
August 26, 2019

With the unexpected outbreak of measles earlier this year the provincial government is requiring all students entering or returning to school have their complete vaccination status registered with Public Health. This way, if a vaccine preventable disease should emerge, the public health registry...

UV rays
August 14, 2019

Summer is in full swing and British Columbians have been taking full advantage of the sunshine, hitting the beaches, hiking, and camping. It is important to not only protect your skin from UV rays emitted by the sun during these beautiful summer days, but also on cloudy days even in winter. The...