Comprehensive treatment for mental illness and substance use disorder is needed in provincial correctional centres, and postrelease supports must link people with housing, education, and employment opportunities. Read More
The case of a complex venous reconstruction procedure involving recanalization, mechanical thrombectomy, and stenting highlights evolving techniques for the management of postthrombotic syndrome. Read More
World Health Day is marked annually on 7 April to recognize the founding in 1948 of the World Health Organization, which plays a critical role in preserving the health of people around the world and promoting global health security. Read More
The life and contributions of René-Théophile-Hyacinthe Laennec, one of medicine’s greatest figures. Read More
E-cigarettes, commonly referred to as vapes, entered the Canadian market in 2004. Subsequently, there has been a surge in their use, notably among children and youth. Read More
For more than 700 000 British Columbians without a family doctor, access to routine cancer screening and other preventive care can be limited. Read More
WorkSafeBC has made it easier for workers to report physical injuries from single incidents—such as sprains, strains, cuts, and burns—through an improved online injury reporting tool. Read More
On 22 April, we mark Earth Day. For those of us living in British Columbia—a province defined by forests, rivers, mountains, and coastline—it is increasingly difficult to ignore the changes unfolding around us. Read More
April is Cancer Awareness Month in British Columbia. Read More
The strength of a health care system can be measured by its commitment to those who need it most. Read More
