Doctor speaking to elderly patient
February 16, 2022

Recently Health Canada approved the use of two antiviral treatments, Paxlovid and Sotrovimab, which can help reduce an individual’s risk of severe disease and hospitalization upon a positive COVID test. With both of these medications now available in BC, here’s everything you need to know about...

Young woman chatting with her father
January 21, 2022

As we enter our third year of the COVID-19 pandemic, we’re all struggling. From the uncertainty of COVID-19 and its variants, to ever-changing restrictions and guidelines, remote work and schooling, the on-going disruptions to daily life and daily routines, to attempting any kind of work-life...

Mother speaking to her daughter
January 5, 2022

After almost two years of living in a pandemic, research is showing record high levels of stress and anxiety in nearly all populations, including school-aged children. With another delayed return to school amid ongoing COVID-19 concerns, parents and caregivers are being encouraged to help...

Family making holiday cookies together
December 20, 2021

This holiday season many were looking forward to finally embracing the opportunity to gather with friends, family, and loved ones in celebration – especially after last year’s social gathering restrictions limited in-person get togethers. But with the rapid spread of the Omicron variant, BC’s...

Child receiving vaccine
December 7, 2021

After months of anticipation, BC children aged 5 to 11 are now able to receive their COVID-19 vaccination. While one-third of all eligible children have already been registered, some families are still hesitant, taking a wait-and-see approach. Here’s what parents and caregivers should know about...